How far is Americus, GA from Valdosta, GA?
The driving distance from Americus, GA to Valdosta, GA is about 121.4 miles (195.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 01m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 102.4 miles (164.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 03m 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.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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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 01m.
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.
City in Turner County, Georgia, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Americus and Valdosta.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Americus and Valdosta.
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Start on North Lee Street
21 m · 9 sec · North Lee Street
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Turn left onto East Lamar Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · East Lamar Street
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Continue straight
3.3 mi · 5 min
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Turn left onto District Line Road
1072 ft · 17 sec · District Line Road
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Turn right onto Lamar Road
15.3 mi · 21 min · Lamar Road
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Turn left
8.8 mi · 12 min
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Turn right onto 24th Avenue West
1.3 mi · 2 min · 24th Avenue West
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Turn right onto Joe Wright Road
3011 ft · 57 sec · Joe Wright Road
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Continue on Joe Wright Drive
1622 ft · 31 sec · Joe Wright Drive
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Continue on Joe White Drive
2627 ft · 47 sec · Joe White Drive
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Continue on Joe Wright Drive
2414 ft · 37 sec · Joe Wright Drive
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Turn straight
2076 ft · 33 sec
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Turn left onto Old Hatley Road
1.3 km · 1 min · Old Hatley Road
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Turn left
1.4 km · 1 min
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Take the exit right toward I-75 South: Valdosta
1563 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left
82.3 mi · 1 hr 28 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 84, US 221: Valdosta, Quitman
1707 ft · 44 sec
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Turn left onto West Hill Avenue
2.3 mi · 4 min · West Hill Avenue
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Turn left onto North Oak Street
773 ft · 27 sec · North Oak Street
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Turn right onto West Valley Street
143 m · 18 sec · West Valley Street
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Turn left onto North Toombs Street
68 m · 12 sec · North Toombs Street
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Turn right onto J.L. Lomax Drive
138 m · 20 sec · J.L. Lomax Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · J.L. Lomax Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Americus and Valdosta.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I-75 South
Merge slight left
82.3 mi · 01h 28m
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.
Sunny leaving Americus and Sunny near Valdosta.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Americus to Valdosta?
The road trip is about 121.4 miles (195.4 km) and usually takes 02h 01m 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?
Sycamore is a useful midpoint, sitting about 60 miles from Americus and 61.4 miles from Valdosta.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 102.4 miles (164.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 19 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 2:26 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.95 one way or $33.91 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Americus and Sunny near Valdosta.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Americus and Valdosta. Straight-line distance: 102.37 mi (164.75 km).
#1 Americus
City in Sumter County, Georgia, USA
| Population | 14,987 |
| Coordinates | 32.0723900, -84.2326900 |
| Altitude | 131 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Valdosta
The most populous city in Lowndes County, Georgia.
| Population | 56,668 |
| Coordinates | 30.8333400, -83.2803200 |
| Altitude | 67 |
| Country | United States |
End: J.L. Lomax Drive (-83.280271, 30.833251)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 195 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 30m |
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 | $3.96 | $16.95 | $33.91 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $18.96 | $37.91 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $20.45 | $40.90 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $24.07 | $48.14 |
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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