How far is Albany, GA from Ludowici, GA?
The driving distance from Albany, GA to Ludowici, GA is about 164.9 miles (265.4 km), with a travel time of about 03h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 142.2 miles (228.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 34m 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 47m.
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 Atkinson County, Georgia, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Albany and Ludowici.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Albany and Ludowici.
-
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
2137 ft · 52 sec · West Broad Avenue
-
5
Turn right onto South Broadway Street
111 m · 9 sec · South Broadway Street
-
6
Turn left onto East Oglethorpe Boulevard
2.9 mi · 5 min · East Oglethorpe Boulevard
-
7
Continue on Sylvester Highway
8.5 mi · 12 min · Sylvester Highway
-
8
Continue straight
10.9 mi · 16 min
-
9
Continue straight
17.9 mi · 25 min
-
10
Continue on 5th Street East
1.5 mi · 3 min · 5th Street East
-
11
Continue straight
15.2 mi · 19 min
-
12
Continue straight
1.1 mi · 2 min
-
13
Continue straight
25.7 mi · 32 min
-
14
Continue straight
22.9 mi · 27 min
-
15
Turn right onto Fulford Road
2525 ft · 58 sec · Fulford Road
-
16
At the end of the road, turn left onto Albany Avenue
4.9 mi · 9 min · Albany Avenue
-
17
Turn left onto Plant Avenue
3.1 mi · 5 min · Plant Avenue
-
18
Continue straight
17 mi · 24 min
-
19
Continue straight
13.4 mi · 19 min
-
20
Continue on South 1st Street
3.9 mi · 5 min · South 1st Street
-
21
Continue on Waycross Highway
1.1 mi · 2 min · Waycross Highway
-
22
Continue on South 1st Street
3.4 mi · 7 min · South 1st Street
-
23
Continue on Savannah Highway
2.8 mi · 4 min · Savannah Highway
-
24
Continue on Cypress Street
1944 ft · 30 sec · Cypress Street
-
25
Continue on US-84
2 mi · 2 min · US-84
-
26
Continue on US 84
3257 ft · 43 sec · US 84
-
27
Continue on US-84
3.2 mi · 4 min · US-84
-
28
Continue on Cypress Street
1 km · 1 min · Cypress Street
-
29
Turn right onto South McDonald Street
2228 ft · 40 sec · South McDonald Street
-
30
Turn right onto West Academy Street
21 m · 3 sec · West Academy Street
-
31
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Academy Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Albany and Ludowici.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
5th Street East
Continue straight
25.7 mi · 00h 32m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Albany and Mostly Sunny near Ludowici.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Albany to Ludowici?
The road trip is about 164.9 miles (265.4 km) and usually takes 03h 47m 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?
Pearson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 82.4 miles from Albany and 82.5 miles from Ludowici.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 142.2 miles (228.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.7 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 9:26 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.05 one way or $46.11 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 51.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Albany and Mostly Sunny near Ludowici.
Stop Ideas Near Pearson
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Pearson.
Jesup
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Albany and Ludowici. Straight-line distance: 142.24 mi (228.91 km).
#1 Albany
The capital of Georgia.
| Population | 70,839 |
| Coordinates | 31.5785100, -84.1557400 |
| Altitude | 62 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ludowici
City in Long County, Georgia, United States of America
| Population | 2,352 |
| Coordinates | 31.7079900, -81.7423400 |
| Altitude | 20 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ludowici (-81.74234, 31.70799)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 265 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 03m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $23.05 | $46.11 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $25.78 | $51.55 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $27.81 | $55.62 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $32.73 | $65.46 |
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 18, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.