How far is Columbus, GA from Cuthbert, GA?
The driving distance from Columbus, GA to Cuthbert, GA is about 56.6 miles (91.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 49 miles (78.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 27m 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 13m.
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 and the county seat of Stewart County, Georgia, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Patchy Fog then Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Columbus and Cuthbert.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Columbus and Cuthbert.
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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
16.3 mi · 24 min · Victory Drive
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Continue on Martha Berry Highway
36.3 mi · 42 min · Martha Berry Highway
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Continue straight
1.2 mi · 1 min
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Turn right onto Martha Berry Highway
2718 ft · 52 sec · Martha Berry Highway
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Continue on Court Street
1 mi · 2 min · Court Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Pearl Street
39 m · 3 sec · Pearl Street
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Turn slight left onto Plum Street
72 m · 6 sec · Plum Street
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Turn slight left onto West Dawson Street
29 m · 2 sec · West Dawson Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Dawson Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Columbus and Cuthbert.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Martha Berry Highway
Continue on Martha Berry Highway
36.3 mi · 00h 42m
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 Patchy Fog then Sunny near Cuthbert.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Columbus to Cuthbert?
The road trip is about 56.6 miles (91.1 km) and usually takes 01h 13m 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?
Lumpkin is a useful midpoint, sitting about 28.3 miles from Columbus and 28.3 miles from Cuthbert.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 49 miles (78.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.6 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 4:02 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.92 one way or $15.84 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Columbus and Patchy Fog then Sunny near Cuthbert.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Columbus and Cuthbert. Straight-line distance: 49.04 mi (78.93 km).
#1 Columbus
The second most populous city in Georgia.
| Population | 196,442 |
| Coordinates | 32.4609800, -84.9877100 |
| Altitude | 82 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cuthbert
City in Randolph County, Georgia, USA
| Population | 3,361 |
| Coordinates | 31.7712700, -84.7893700 |
| Altitude | 142 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cuthbert (-84.78937, 31.77127)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 91 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 42m |
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 | $7.92 | $15.84 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $8.86 | $17.72 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $9.56 | $19.11 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $11.25 | $22.50 |
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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