How far is Albany, GA from Fitzgerald, GA?
The driving distance from Albany, GA to Fitzgerald, GA is about 59.7 miles (96 km), with a travel time of about 01h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 53.9 miles (86.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 57m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 28m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Albany and Fitzgerald.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Albany and Fitzgerald.
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Start on Pine Avenue
641 ft · 17 sec · Pine Avenue
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Turn right onto North Jackson Street
544 ft · 15 sec · North Jackson Street
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Turn left onto West Broad Avenue
1.8 mi · 3 min · West Broad Avenue
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Turn left onto Blaylock Street
1318 ft · 30 sec · Blaylock Street
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Turn right onto Clark Avenue
2.2 mi · 4 min · Clark Avenue
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Turn left onto Cordele Road
5 mi · 7 min · Cordele Road
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Turn right onto Doles Road
1.7 mi · 4 min · Doles Road
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Continue on Jewell Crowe Road
7.7 mi · 11 min · Jewell Crowe Road
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At the end of the road, turn left
7 m · 3 sec
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Turn right onto Doe Hill Road
2.4 mi · 3 min · Doe Hill Road
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Turn left
4.3 mi · 6 min
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Turn right
9.3 mi · 13 min
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Turn left onto West Washington Street
1.2 km · 1 min · West Washington Street
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Continue on East Washington Avenue
3.2 mi · 5 min · East Washington Avenue
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Continue on Sylvester Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Sylvester Road
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Continue on Sylvester Road
17.7 mi · 24 min · Sylvester Road
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Turn right onto Walker Avenue
1338 ft · 42 sec · Walker Avenue
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Turn left onto Irwinville Highway
3245 ft · 1 min · Irwinville Highway
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Continue on West Central Avenue
1.3 mi · 3 min · West Central Avenue
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Continue on East Central Avenue
53 m · 11 sec · East Central Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Central Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Albany and Fitzgerald.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Sylvester Road
Continue on Sylvester Road
17.7 mi · 00h 24m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny leaving Albany and Mostly Sunny near Fitzgerald.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Albany to Fitzgerald?
The road trip is about 59.7 miles (96 km) and usually takes 01h 28m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Ashburn is a useful midpoint, sitting about 29.8 miles from Albany and 29.9 miles from Fitzgerald.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 53.9 miles (86.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.8 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:32 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.36 one way or $16.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Albany and Mostly Sunny near Fitzgerald.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Albany and Fitzgerald. Straight-line distance: 53.95 mi (86.82 km).
#1 Albany
The capital of Georgia.
| Population | 70,839 |
| Coordinates | 31.5785100, -84.1557400 |
| Altitude | 62 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fitzgerald
City in Ben Hill and Irwin counties in Georgia, United States
| Population | 8,615 |
| Coordinates | 31.7149100, -83.2526500 |
| Altitude | 110 |
| Country | United States |
End: Fitzgerald (-83.25265, 31.71491)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 96 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 44m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.96 | $8.36 | $16.72 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $9.35 | $18.69 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $10.08 | $20.16 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $11.87 | $23.73 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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