How far is Athens, GA from Valdosta, GA?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Athens and Valdosta is 216.17 miles (347.9 km).

Flight distance from Athens, GA to Valdosta, GA is 216.17 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 29 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 26 minutes to travel from Athens to Valdosta with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Athens, Georgia to Valdosta, Georgia is: 246.39 miles (396.53 km) by car.

Driving from Athens to Valdosta will take approximately 04 hours 06 minutes.

#1 Athens

Consolidated city-county and county seat of Clarke County, Georgia, United States

Population	116714
GPS Coordinates	33°57'39"N 83°22'41"W
Latitude	33.9609500
Longitude	-83.3779400
Altitude	228
Country	United States

The most populous city in Lowndes County, Georgia. It is located in the southwestern part of the state. Valdosta is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Valdosta State University campus and the Valdosta Historical Society.

Population	56668
GPS Coordinates	30°50'0"N 83°16'49"W
Latitude	30.8333400
Longitude	-83.2803200
Altitude	67
Country	United States

Starting point in Athens: North Lumpkin Street (-83.377973,33.960942)
Ending point in Valdosta: J.L. Lomax Drive (-83.280271,30.833251)

Estimated Travel Time Between Athens and Valdosta

The distance between Athens and Valdosta is 397 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 04 hours 24 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.

There is no time difference between Athens and Valdosta. The current time is 02:02:30.

Average Speed	Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h)	08 hours 12 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h)	06 hours 09 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h)	04 hours 55 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h)	04 hours 06 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h)	03 hours 31 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h)	03 hours 17 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h)	03 hours 04 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 32.91 liters (8.69 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Athens and Valdosta.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Athens to Valdosta is $26.04 (diesel $35.46).

Georgia gas prices.

	Gasoline	Mid Grade	Premium	Diesel
Gallon	$3	$3.43	$3.82	$4.08
Total	$26.04	$29.86	$33.22	$35.46

Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.

The average gas price (in Georgia ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $2.995 (Diesel $4.079) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 25, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Athens and Valdosta (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.