How far is Clayton, AL from Donalsonville, GA?
The driving distance from Clayton, AL to Donalsonville, GA is about 91.4 miles (147.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 03m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 66.9 miles (107.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 07m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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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
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 03m.
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.
Town in Alabama
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Clayton and Donalsonville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clayton and Donalsonville.
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Start on North Midway Street
35 m · 7 sec · North Midway Street
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Turn sharp left
37 m · 5 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Eufaula Avenue
1.7 mi · 3 min · Eufaula Avenue
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Turn slight left
38 m · 7 sec
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Turn right onto County Road 53
17.2 mi · 29 min · County Road 53
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At the end of the road, turn left
12.7 mi · 19 min
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Turn right
16.6 mi · 19 min
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Continue straight
7.9 mi · 10 min
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Turn left onto Ross Clark Circle
3.4 mi · 5 min · Ross Clark Circle
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Turn left onto East Main Street
5.2 mi · 7 min · East Main Street
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Continue straight
2.2 mi · 3 min
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2.4 mi · 3 min
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2.4 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
2764 ft · 36 sec
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Continue straight
1.1 km · 48 sec
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1.5 mi · 2 min
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1.9 mi · 2 min
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1 km · 45 sec
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14.3 mi · 18 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 3rd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Clayton and Donalsonville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
County Road 53
Turn right onto County Road 53
17.2 mi · 00h 29m
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 Clayton and Mostly Sunny near Donalsonville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Clayton to Donalsonville?
The road trip is about 91.4 miles (147.1 km) and usually takes 02h 03m 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?
Newville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 45.7 miles from Clayton and 45.7 miles from Donalsonville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 66.9 miles (107.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.5 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:22 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.23 one way or $24.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28.7 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Clayton and Donalsonville, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Clayton and Mostly Sunny near Donalsonville.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Clayton and Donalsonville. Straight-line distance: 66.94 mi (107.73 km).
#1 Clayton
Town in Alabama, United States of America
| Population | 2,829 |
| Coordinates | 31.8782200, -85.4496600 |
| Altitude | 180 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Donalsonville
County seat of Seminole County, Georgia, United States
| Population | 2,488 |
| Coordinates | 31.0404600, -84.8790900 |
| Altitude | 45 |
| Country | United States |
End: Donalsonville (-84.87909, 31.04046)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 147 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 08m |
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 | $3.79 | $12.23 | $24.46 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $13.76 | $27.51 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $14.94 | $29.88 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $17.49 | $34.98 |
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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