How far is Cairo, GA from Albany, GA?
The driving distance from Cairo, GA to Albany, GA is about 58.4 miles (94 km), with a travel time of about 01h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 48.5 miles (78.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 23m 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
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 11m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
County seat in Mitchell County, Georgia, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cairo and Albany.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cairo and Albany.
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Start on 1st Avenue Northeast
82 m · 12 sec · 1st Avenue Northeast
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Turn left onto 5th Street Northeast
1991 ft · 51 sec · 5th Street Northeast
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Turn left onto 38th Boulevard Northeast
1.7 mi · 3 min · 38th Boulevard Northeast
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Turn right
23.4 mi · 32 min
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Turn left onto South Butler Street
2462 ft · 51 sec · South Butler Street
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Turn right onto West Broad Street
1.2 km · 1 min · West Broad Street
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Turn left
582 ft · 18 sec
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Continue straight
22.2 mi · 27 min
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Take the exit slight right toward GA 133 South, GA 234 West: Albany, Moultrie, Marine Corps Logistics Base
1510 ft · 28 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Moultrie Road
1273 ft · 29 sec · Moultrie Road
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Continue on Moultrie Road
1.1 km · 1 min · Moultrie Road
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Turn straight onto East Oakridge Drive
1.1 km · 1 min · East Oakridge Drive
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Turn right onto Radium Springs Road
1.6 mi · 3 min · Radium Springs Road
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Continue on South Broadway Street
128 m · 18 sec · South Broadway Street
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Turn left onto East Broad Avenue
2118 ft · 46 sec · East Broad Avenue
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Turn right onto North Front Street
156 m · 15 sec · North Front Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Pine Avenue
33 m · 2 sec · Pine Avenue
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Exit the roundabout onto Pine Avenue
2057 ft · 45 sec · Pine Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Pine Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cairo and Albany.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Longest stretch
Turn right
23.4 mi · 00h 32m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Cairo and Mostly Sunny near Albany.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cairo to Albany?
The road trip is about 58.4 miles (94 km) and usually takes 01h 11m 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?
Camilla is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.8 miles from Cairo and 31.6 miles from Albany.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 48.5 miles (78.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.9 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 4:06 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.16 one way or $16.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Cairo and Mostly Sunny near Albany.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cairo and Albany. Straight-line distance: 48.51 mi (78.07 km).
#1 Cairo
City in Grady County, Georgia, United States
| Population | 9,302 |
| Coordinates | 30.8775100, -84.2021400 |
| Altitude | 74 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Albany
The capital of Georgia.
| Population | 70,839 |
| Coordinates | 31.5785100, -84.1557400 |
| Altitude | 62 |
| Country | United States |
End: Pine Avenue (-84.15574, 31.578444)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 94 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 43m |
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 | $8.16 | $16.32 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $9.12 | $18.25 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $9.84 | $19.69 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $11.59 | $23.17 |
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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