How far is Albany, GA from Druid Hills, GA?
The driving distance from Albany, GA to Druid Hills, GA is about 182.1 miles (293 km), with a travel time of about 03h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 152.5 miles (245.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 12m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 03h 36m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Peach County, Georgia, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Albany and Druid Hills.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Albany and Druid Hills.
-
1
Start on Pine Avenue
2031 ft · 45 sec · Pine Avenue
-
2
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward North Front Street
23 m · 6 sec · North Front Street
-
3
Exit the roundabout onto North Front Street
156 m · 14 sec · North Front Street
-
4
Turn left onto West Broad Avenue
1.5 mi · 3 min · West Broad Avenue
-
5
Turn left onto Blaylock Street
1318 ft · 30 sec · Blaylock Street
-
6
Turn right onto Clark Avenue
2.2 mi · 4 min · Clark Avenue
-
7
Turn left onto Cordele Road
35.2 mi · 44 min · Cordele Road
-
8
Turn left onto I-75 North: Macon
1745 ft · 42 sec
-
9
Merge slight left
57.1 mi · 1 hr 1 min
-
10
Keep slight left to continue on Larry Justice Highway
15.9 mi · 17 min · Larry Justice Highway
-
11
Merge slight right
49.5 mi · 54 min
-
12
Keep slight right to continue on Terrell Starr Parkway
10.1 mi · 12 min · Terrell Starr Parkway
-
13
Keep slight left to continue on I 285 West: Atlanta
1.3 km · 2 min
-
14
Keep slight right to continue on US 23, GA 42: Moreland Avenue
1957 ft · 54 sec
-
15
Turn right onto Moreland Avenue
6 mi · 12 min · Moreland Avenue
-
16
Continue on Moreland Avenue Northeast
1.4 mi · 3 min · Moreland Avenue Northeast
-
17
Turn right onto Ponce de Leon Avenue Northeast
2314 ft · 1 min · Ponce de Leon Avenue Northeast
-
18
Turn left onto Oakdale Road Northeast
2576 ft · 1 min · Oakdale Road Northeast
-
19
Turn right onto The By Way Northeast
28 m · 3 sec · The By Way Northeast
-
20
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · The By Way Northeast
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Albany and Druid Hills.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I-75 North
Merge slight left
57.1 mi · 01h 01m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Sunny leaving Albany and Sunny near Druid Hills.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Albany to Druid Hills?
The road trip is about 182.1 miles (293 km) and usually takes 03h 36m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Byron is a useful midpoint, sitting about 91.2 miles from Albany and 90.9 miles from Druid Hills.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 152.5 miles (245.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 29.6 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:48 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.43 one way or $50.86 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 57.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Albany and Sunny near Druid Hills.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Albany and Druid Hills. Straight-line distance: 152.5 mi (245.42 km).
#1 Albany
The capital of Georgia.
| Population | 70,839 |
| Coordinates | 31.5785100, -84.1557400 |
| Altitude | 62 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Druid Hills
City in Jefferson County, Kentucky, United States of America
| Population | 14,568 |
| Coordinates | 33.7803800, -84.3360400 |
| Altitude | 278 |
| Country | United States |
End: Druid Hills (-84.33604, 33.78038)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 293 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 02m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 16m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $25.43 | $50.86 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $28.43 | $56.87 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $30.67 | $61.35 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $36.11 | $72.21 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Georgia · Apr 23, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.