How far is Columbus, GA from Americus, GA?
The driving distance from Columbus, GA to Americus, GA is about 59.8 miles (96.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 51.6 miles (83.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 54m 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 27m.
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
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City in Georgia, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Columbus and Americus.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Columbus and Americus.
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Start on Veterans Parkway
2772 ft · 1 min · Veterans Parkway
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Turn left onto 4th Street
1.1 km · 1 min · 4th Street
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Continue on Victory Drive
14.8 mi · 22 min · Victory Drive
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Turn left onto Clarke Duncan Highway
15.9 mi · 22 min · Clarke Duncan Highway
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Continue on 6th Avenue
1.6 km · 2 min · 6th Avenue
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Turn right onto Broad Street
1.2 km · 2 min · Broad Street
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Continue on Preston Road
5.9 mi · 8 min · Preston Road
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Turn left
19.1 mi · 27 min
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Turn right onto North Martin Luther King Boulevard
1987 ft · 55 sec · North Martin Luther King Boulevard
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Turn left onto Parkview Place
67 m · 6 sec · Parkview Place
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Continue on McGarrah Street
1326 ft · 41 sec · McGarrah Street
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Turn left onto Jr Campbell Street
763 ft · 23 sec · Jr Campbell Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto North Lee Street
1697 ft · 38 sec · North Lee Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Lee Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Columbus and Americus.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
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19.1 mi · 00h 27m
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 Columbus and Sunny near Americus.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Columbus to Americus?
The road trip is about 59.8 miles (96.2 km) and usually takes 01h 27m 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?
Buena Vista is a useful midpoint, sitting about 29.9 miles from Columbus and 29.9 miles from Americus.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 51.6 miles (83.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.2 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 3:36 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.36 one way or $16.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Columbus and Sunny near Americus.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Columbus and Americus. Straight-line distance: 51.64 mi (83.11 km).
#1 Columbus
The second most populous city in Georgia.
| Population | 196,442 |
| Coordinates | 32.4609800, -84.9877100 |
| Altitude | 82 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Americus
City in Sumter County, Georgia, USA
| Population | 14,987 |
| Coordinates | 32.0723900, -84.2326900 |
| Altitude | 131 |
| Country | United States |
End: Americus (-84.23269, 32.07239)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 96 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 44m |
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 | $8.36 | $16.72 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $9.35 | $18.69 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $10.08 | $20.16 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $11.87 | $23.73 |
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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