How far is Albany, GA from Sparks, GA?
The driving distance from Albany, GA to Sparks, GA is about 61.1 miles (98.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 51 miles (82.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 41m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 20m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Tift County, Georgia, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Albany and Sparks.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Albany and Sparks.
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Start on Pine Avenue
2031 ft · 45 sec · Pine Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward North Front Street
23 m · 6 sec · North Front Street
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Exit the roundabout onto North Front Street
156 m · 14 sec · North Front Street
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Turn left onto West Broad Avenue
2137 ft · 52 sec · West Broad Avenue
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Turn right onto South Broadway Street
111 m · 9 sec · South Broadway Street
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Turn left onto East Oglethorpe Boulevard
2.9 mi · 5 min · East Oglethorpe Boulevard
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Continue on Sylvester Highway
8.5 mi · 12 min · Sylvester Highway
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Continue straight
10.9 mi · 16 min
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Continue straight
16.6 mi · 22 min
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Take the exit right
1984 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
19.9 mi · 21 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Rountree Bridge Road, Sparks
1161 ft · 35 sec
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Turn left onto West Colquitt Street
1.2 km · 2 min · West Colquitt Street
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Turn right onto South Goodman Street
14 m · 1 sec · South Goodman Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Goodman Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Albany and Sparks.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Sylvester Highway
Merge slight left
19.9 mi · 00h 21m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Cloudy leaving Albany and Rain Showers Likely near Sparks.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Albany to Sparks?
The road trip is about 61.1 miles (98.3 km) and usually takes 01h 20m 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?
Ty Ty is a useful midpoint, sitting about 30.6 miles from Albany and 30.6 miles from Sparks.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 51 miles (82.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.1 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:48 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.56 one way or $17.11 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Cloudy around Albany and Rain Showers Likely near Sparks.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Albany and Sparks. Straight-line distance: 51.04 mi (82.14 km).
#1 Albany
The capital of Georgia.
| Population | 70,839 |
| Coordinates | 31.5785100, -84.1557400 |
| Altitude | 62 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sparks
Town in Cook County, Georgia, United States
| Population | 2,015 |
| Coordinates | 31.1668600, -83.4373800 |
| Altitude | 74 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sparks (-83.43738, 31.16686)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 98 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 45m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $8.56 | $17.11 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $9.57 | $19.13 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $10.32 | $20.64 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $12.15 | $24.30 |
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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