How far is Columbus, GA from Montezuma, GA?
The driving distance from Columbus, GA to Montezuma, GA is about 66.7 miles (107.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 57 miles (91.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 15m 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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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 Montezuma.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Columbus and Montezuma.
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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
1.5 mi · 3 min · 6th Avenue
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Continue on Ellaville Road
2934 ft · 60 sec · Ellaville Road
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Continue on East 6th Avenue
14.1 mi · 20 min · East 6th Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East Oglethorpe Street
36 m · 4 sec · East Oglethorpe Street
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Exit the roundabout onto East Oglethorpe Street
15.8 mi · 22 min · East Oglethorpe Street
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Continue on Riverview Drive
1.9 mi · 3 min · Riverview Drive
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Turn left onto South Dooly Street
2748 ft · 1 min · South Dooly Street
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Continue on North Dooly Street
1924 ft · 59 sec · North Dooly Street
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Turn right onto East Artesian Street
30 m · 4 sec · East Artesian Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Artesian Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Columbus and Montezuma.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Clarke Duncan Highway
Turn left onto Clarke Duncan Highway
15.9 mi · 00h 22m
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 Columbus and Sunny near Montezuma.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Columbus to Montezuma?
The road trip is about 66.7 miles (107.4 km) and usually takes 01h 37m 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 33.4 miles from Columbus and 33.4 miles from Montezuma.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 57 miles (91.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.7 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 3:14 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.35 one way or $18.70 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Columbus and Sunny near Montezuma.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Columbus and Montezuma. Straight-line distance: 57.05 mi (91.82 km).
#1 Columbus
The second most populous city in Georgia.
| Population | 196,442 |
| Coordinates | 32.4609800, -84.9877100 |
| Altitude | 82 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Montezuma
City in Macon County, Georgia, USA
| Population | 2,920 |
| Coordinates | 32.3051600, -84.0274100 |
| Altitude | 100 |
| Country | United States |
End: Montezuma (-84.02741, 32.30516)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 107 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 49m |
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 | $9.35 | $18.70 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $10.45 | $20.90 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $11.28 | $22.55 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $13.27 | $26.55 |
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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