How far is Albany, GA from Helena, GA?
The driving distance from Albany, GA to Helena, GA is about 95.6 miles (153.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 12m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 80.5 miles (129.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 25m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 12m.
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.
County seat in Crisp County, Georgia, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Albany and Helena.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Albany and Helena.
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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
34.2 mi · 42 min · Cordele Road
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Turn right onto Old Hatley Road
3.2 mi · 5 min · Old Hatley Road
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Turn left onto Penia Road South
1.9 mi · 3 min · Penia Road South
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Turn right
30.6 mi · 45 min
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Turn left onto Central Street North
3189 ft · 1 min · Central Street North
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Turn right onto Chauncey-Rhine Highway
10.5 mi · 15 min · Chauncey-Rhine Highway
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Take the ramp slight right
54 m · 5 sec
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Merge slight left onto McRae Highway
6.4 mi · 8 min · McRae Highway
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Continue on West Golden Isles Highway
3.7 mi · 5 min · West Golden Isles Highway
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Turn right onto South Forsythe Avenue
45 m · 6 sec · South Forsythe Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Forsythe Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Albany and Helena.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Cordele Road
Turn left onto Cordele Road
34.2 mi · 00h 42m
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 Helena.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Albany to Helena?
The road trip is about 95.6 miles (153.9 km) and usually takes 02h 12m 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?
Cordele is a useful midpoint, sitting about 47.8 miles from Albany and 47.8 miles from Helena.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 80.5 miles (129.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.1 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:04 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.94 one way or $23.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Albany and Mostly Sunny near Helena.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Albany and Helena. Straight-line distance: 80.5 mi (129.55 km).
#1 Albany
The capital of Georgia.
| Population | 70,839 |
| Coordinates | 31.5785100, -84.1557400 |
| Altitude | 62 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Helena
Helena is a place in Georgia, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 32.0737900, -82.9145900 |
| Altitude | 73 |
| Country | United States |
End: Helena (-82.91459, 32.07379)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 154 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 11m |
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 | $3.54 | $11.94 | $23.87 |
| Mid-grade | $4.04 | $13.61 | $27.22 |
| Premium | $4.48 | $15.09 | $30.18 |
| Diesel | $5.66 | $19.07 | $38.15 |
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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