How far is Albany, GA from Sardis, GA?

The driving distance from Albany, GA to Sardis, GA is about 104.6 miles (168.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 22m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 88.8 miles (142.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 45m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
Trip Tools

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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
104.63 mi
02h 22m
Flight
88.77 mi
142.86 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
88.77 mi
Kilometers
142.86 km
Flight Time
00h 10m

Driving Distance

Road route
104.63 mi
Kilometers
168.38 km
Drive Time
02h 22m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 02h 22m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Sardis
Sat, Nov 7, 4:47 AM EST
Return by in Albany
Sat, Nov 7, 7:10 AM EST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Albany
2026-11-07T02:24
Arrive Sardis
Sat, Nov 7, 4:47 AM EST
Route Timing
02h 22m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:23 AM to 12:23 PM EST

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

Leave by
1:44 PM EST
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Albany
9:30 PM EST
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Ellaville
GA

City in Schley County, Georgia, United States of America

From Albany
52.4 mi
01h 11m
To Sardis
52.3 mi
01h 11m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
71°F
Saturday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sat, Nov 7 6:00 AM EST
Wind
5 mph NNW
Destination
67°F
Saturday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sat, Nov 7 6:00 AM EST
Wind
5 to 10 mph N

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on Pine Avenue

    23 m · 6 sec · Pine Avenue

  2. 2

    Turn right onto North Jefferson Street

    3.2 mi · 7 min · North Jefferson Street

  3. 3

    Continue on Old Leesburg Road

    2.5 mi · 4 min · Old Leesburg Road

  4. 4

    Turn left onto Forester Parkway

    544 ft · 16 sec · Forester Parkway

  5. 5

    Turn right onto Walnut Street

    4.4 mi · 6 min · Walnut Street

  6. 6

    Turn left

    1.8 mi · 3 min

  7. 7

    Turn left

    38.2 mi · 47 min

  8. 8

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route

    34 m · 4 sec

  9. 9

    Exit the roundabout

    13.2 mi · 16 min

  10. 10

    Turn left

    6.7 mi · 9 min

  11. 11

    Turn left onto Highway 90 West

    11.7 mi · 17 min · Highway 90 West

  12. 12

    Turn left

    2 mi · 2 min

  13. 13

    Turn right

    6.4 mi · 9 min

  14. 14

    At the end of the road, turn right onto South Washington Avenue

    8.4 mi · 13 min · South Washington Avenue

  15. 15

    Continue on Bellwood Avenue

    1.6 mi · 2 min · Bellwood Avenue

  16. 16

    Turn left

    3.8 mi · 5 min

  17. 17

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Chestnut Grove Road

    1.1 km · 3 min · Chestnut Grove Road

  18. 18

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Chestnut Grove Road

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
18 steps
14 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
0 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
17.2 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Walnut Street
17.6 mi · 17%
Highway 90 West
11.7 mi · 11%
South Washington Avenue
8.44 mi · 8%
North Jefferson Street
3.21 mi · 3%
Old Leesburg Road
2.52 mi · 2%
Bellwood Avenue
1.58 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

Longest stretch

Turn left

38.2 mi · 00h 47m

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 22m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 46m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+15.8 mi
88.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Ellaville
01h 11m from Albany
Leave By
1:44 PM EST
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Albany and Mostly Sunny near Sardis.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 104.6 miles (168.4 km) and usually takes 02h 22m 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?

Ellaville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 52.4 miles from Albany and 52.3 miles from Sardis.

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

The direct path is about 88.8 miles (142.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.8 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:44 PM EST.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.07 one way or $26.14 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 32.8 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Albany and Mostly Sunny near Sardis.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Albany and Sardis. Straight-line distance: 88.77 mi (142.86 km).

Albany

#1 Albany

The capital of Georgia.

Population70,839
Coordinates31.5785100, -84.1557400
Altitude62
CountryUnited States
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#2 Sardis

Sardis is a place in Georgia, United States.

Population0
Coordinates32.7965200, -84.6388100
Altitude243
CountryUnited States
Start: Albany (-84.15574, 31.57851)
End: Sardis (-84.63881, 32.79652)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 168 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 29m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 36m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 05m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 44m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 29m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 18m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.69 gal
13.98 L · about $13.07
Round trip
$26.14
7.38 gal · 27.96 L
Estimated CO2
32.8 kg one way
Round trip: 65.6 kg / 145 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.54 $13.07 $26.14
Mid-grade $4.04 $14.90 $29.80
Premium $4.48 $16.52 $33.05
Diesel $5.66 $20.89 $41.77

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 · Nov 06, 2026

There is no time difference between Albany and Sardis. The current time is 02:24:59.

Distance to Other Cities

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