How far is Albany, GA from Monticello, GA?

The driving distance from Albany, GA to Monticello, GA is about 142.6 miles (229.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 56m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 122.4 miles (197 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 52m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
142.62 mi
02h 56m
Flight
122.42 mi
197.01 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
122.42 mi
Kilometers
197.01 km
Flight Time
00h 14m

Driving Distance

Road route
142.62 mi
Kilometers
229.53 km
Drive Time
02h 56m

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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 56m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Monticello
Sat, May 30, 11:11 AM EDT
Return by in Albany
Sat, May 30, 2:07 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Albany
2026-05-30T08:15
Arrive Monticello
Sat, May 30, 11:11 AM EDT
Route Timing
02h 56m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:56 AM to 12:56 PM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
12:38 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Albany
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Perry
GA

City in Houston and Peach Counties, Georgia, United States

From Albany
71.5 mi
01h 28m
To Monticello
71.2 mi
01h 28m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
84°F
Saturday

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Starts
Sat, May 30 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph WSW
Destination
81°F
Saturday

Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Sat, May 30 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 mph

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Albany and Monticello.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Albany and Monticello.

  1. 1

    Start on Pine Avenue

    2031 ft · 45 sec · Pine Avenue

  2. 2

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward North Front Street

    23 m · 6 sec · North Front Street

  3. 3

    Exit the roundabout onto North Front Street

    156 m · 14 sec · North Front Street

  4. 4

    Turn left onto West Broad Avenue

    1.5 mi · 3 min · West Broad Avenue

  5. 5

    Turn left onto Blaylock Street

    1318 ft · 30 sec · Blaylock Street

  6. 6

    Turn right onto Clark Avenue

    2.2 mi · 4 min · Clark Avenue

  7. 7

    Turn left onto Cordele Road

    35.2 mi · 44 min · Cordele Road

  8. 8

    Turn left onto I-75 North: Macon

    1745 ft · 42 sec

  9. 9

    Merge slight left

    57.1 mi · 1 hr 1 min

  10. 10

    Keep slight right to continue on Fall Line Freeway

    7.6 mi · 9 min · Fall Line Freeway

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward I 16 East: Savannah

    1.2 km · 1 min · Fall Line Freeway

  12. 12

    Keep slight right to continue on Fall Line Freeway

    1.1 mi · 2 min · Fall Line Freeway

  13. 13

    At the end of the road, turn left onto North Avenue

    1500 ft · 41 sec · North Avenue

  14. 14

    Continue on Gray Highway

    10.5 mi · 14 min · Gray Highway

  15. 15

    Turn left onto Gray Bypass

    2.3 mi · 3 min · Gray Bypass

  16. 16

    Turn left onto Greene Settlement Road

    3.6 mi · 6 min · Greene Settlement Road

  17. 17

    Turn left onto Monticello Highway

    7.7 mi · 11 min · Monticello Highway

  18. 18

    Continue on State Highway 11 South

    10.8 mi · 15 min · State Highway 11 South

  19. 19

    Continue on Hillsboro Street

    1 km · 1 min · Hillsboro Street

  20. 20

    Turn left onto East Washington Street

    785 ft · 20 sec · East Washington Street

  21. 21

    Turn right onto South Warren Street

    119 m · 14 sec · South Warren Street

  22. 22

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · North Warren Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Albany and Monticello.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
22 steps
13 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
1 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
15.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I-75 North
57.4 mi · 40%
Cordele Road
35.2 mi · 25%
State Highway 11 South
10.8 mi · 8%
Gray Highway
10.5 mi · 7%
Fall Line Freeway
9.07 mi · 6%
Monticello Highway
7.7 mi · 5%
Longest Stretch

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.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 56m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 52m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+20.2 mi
122.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Perry
01h 28m from Albany
Leave By
12:38 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Albany and Showers And Thunderstorms near Monticello.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Albany to Monticello?

The road trip is about 142.6 miles (229.5 km) and usually takes 02h 56m 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?

Perry is a useful midpoint, sitting about 71.5 miles from Albany and 71.2 miles from Monticello.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 122.4 miles (197 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.2 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 12:38 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.92 one way or $39.85 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 44.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Albany and Showers And Thunderstorms near Monticello.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Albany and Monticello. Straight-line distance: 122.42 mi (197.01 km).

Albany

#1 Albany

The capital of Georgia.

Population70,839
Coordinates31.5785100, -84.1557400
Altitude62
CountryUnited States
Monticello

#2 Monticello

City in and the county seat of Jasper County, Georgia, United States

Population2,766
Coordinates33.3048500, -83.6832300
Altitude207
CountryUnited States
Start: Albany (-84.15574, 31.57851)
End: Monticello (-83.68323, 33.30485)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 230 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 45m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 33m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 51m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 22m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 02m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 46m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.03 gal
19.05 L · about $19.92
Round trip
$39.85
10.06 gal · 38.1 L
Estimated CO2
44.7 kg one way
Round trip: 89.4 kg / 197 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.96 $19.92 $39.85
Mid-grade $4.43 $22.28 $44.56
Premium $4.78 $24.03 $48.07
Diesel $5.62 $28.29 $56.58

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 · May 30, 2026

There is no time difference between Albany and Monticello. The current time is 08:15:10.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.