How far is Donalsonville, GA from Clayton, AL?
The driving distance from Donalsonville, GA to Clayton, AL is about 78.2 miles (125.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 42m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 66.9 miles (107.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 25m 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 42m.
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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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Donalsonville and Clayton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Donalsonville and Clayton.
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Start on East 3rd Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · East 3rd Street
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Continue on Hugh D. Broome Senior Parkway
14.7 mi · 17 min · Hugh D. Broome Senior Parkway
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Continue straight
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
1.4 km · 59 sec
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Continue straight
1.1 km · 48 sec
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2765 ft · 36 sec
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Continue straight
2.4 mi · 3 min
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2.4 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
7.3 mi · 9 min
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Turn right onto Ross Clark Circle
3.4 mi · 5 min · Ross Clark Circle
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Turn right onto Reeves Street
6.6 mi · 8 min · Reeves Street
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Continue straight
1403 ft · 18 sec
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1.5 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
16.2 mi · 19 min
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Turn left
12.7 mi · 19 min
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Turn right onto County Road 53
13 mi · 22 min · County Road 53
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Continue on County Road 53
4.2 mi · 7 min · County Road 53
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At the end of the road, turn left
38 m · 2 sec
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Turn slight right onto Eufaula Avenue
1.7 mi · 3 min · Eufaula Avenue
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Turn right
60 m · 10 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North Midway Street
23 m · 1 sec · North Midway Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Midway Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Donalsonville and Clayton.
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.
Reeves Street
Continue straight
16.2 mi · 00h 19m
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 Donalsonville and Mostly Sunny near Clayton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Donalsonville to Clayton?
The road trip is about 78.2 miles (125.9 km) and usually takes 01h 42m 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 Donalsonville and 32.5 miles from Clayton.
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 11.3 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 3:04 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.93 one way or $21.86 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.5 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Donalsonville and Clayton, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Donalsonville and Mostly Sunny near Clayton.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Donalsonville and Clayton. Straight-line distance: 66.94 mi (107.73 km).
#1 Donalsonville
County seat of Seminole County, Georgia, United States
| Population | 2,488 |
| Coordinates | 31.0404600, -84.8790900 |
| Altitude | 45 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Clayton
Town in Alabama, United States of America
| Population | 2,829 |
| Coordinates | 31.8782200, -85.4496600 |
| Altitude | 180 |
| Country | United States |
End: N Midway St (-85.449629, 31.87822)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 126 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 58m |
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 | $10.93 | $21.86 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $12.22 | $24.45 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $13.19 | $26.37 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $15.52 | $31.04 |
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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