How far is Forsyth, GA from Albany, GA?

Fastest route

The distance between Forsyth, Georgia 31029, and Albany, Georgia is approximately 122 miles (196 kilometers). The fastest route is via I-75 S, with an estimated travel time of 1 hour and 52 minutes.

Directions

  1. ๐Ÿš— Get on I-75 S from US Hwy 41 S and GA-18 E/Harold G Clarke Pkwy.
  2. ๐Ÿ›ฃ๏ธ Head east on E Main St toward S Kimbell St, then continue onto Brooklyn Ave/US Hwy 41 S, following the road.
  3. ๐Ÿ”„ Turn left onto GA-18 E/Dames Ferry Rd/Harold G Clarke Pkwy and continue on GA-18 E/Harold G Clarke Pkwy.
  4. โžก๏ธ Turn right to merge onto I-75 S toward Macon.
  5. ๐Ÿ”„ Continue on I-75 S until you reach Crisp County, then take exit 99.
  6. ๐Ÿš˜ Keep right at the fork to continue on I-475 S, following the signs for Bypass to I-75 South Valdosta.
  7. ๐Ÿšง Keep left and merge onto I-75 S.
  8. โžก๏ธ Take exit 99 for GA-300 toward Ga-Fla-Pkwy/Albany.
  9. ๐Ÿ›ฃ๏ธ Continue on GA-300 S and then take GA-91 S/Philema Rd to Pine Ave in Albany.
  10. โฌ…๏ธ Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto N Jefferson St.

Tips & Suggestions

  • ๐Ÿš— Make sure to check the traffic conditions on I-75 S before starting your journey to choose the fastest route.
  • ๐Ÿ“… Plan your trip and consider any potential delays due to weather or road closures.
  • ๐Ÿ›ฃ๏ธ Follow the road signs carefully, especially when merging onto different highways.
  • โ›ฝ Don't forget to refuel your car before embarking on the journey, especially for longer trips.
  • ๐Ÿšง Stay updated with the latest travel information, as road conditions may change during your journey.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
121.85 mi
01h 57m
Flight
101.38 mi
163.16 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
101.38 mi
Kilometers
163.16 km
Flight Time
00h 12m

Driving Distance

Road route
121.85 mi
Kilometers
196.1 km
Drive Time
01h 57m

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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 01h 57m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Albany
Thu, Apr 23, 4:16 AM EDT
Return by in Forsyth
Thu, Apr 23, 6:14 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Forsyth
2026-04-23T02:19
Arrive Albany
Thu, Apr 23, 4:16 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 57m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:57 AM to 11:57 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
2:36 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Forsyth
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Unadilla
GA

City in Dooly County, Georgia, United States

From Forsyth
61.1 mi
00h 58m
To Albany
60.7 mi
00h 58m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
86ยฐF
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph SW
Destination
85ยฐF
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Forsyth and Albany.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Forsyth and Albany.

  1. 1

    Start on East Main Street

    25 m ยท 7 sec ยท East Main Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto North Lee Street

    85 m ยท 13 sec ยท North Lee Street

  3. 3

    Turn right onto East Johnston Street

    1545 ft ยท 31 sec ยท East Johnston Street

  4. 4

    Continue on Tift College Drive

    1 km ยท 1 min ยท Tift College Drive

  5. 5

    Take the ramp slight right

    1760 ft ยท 43 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left

    7.9 mi ยท 8 min

  7. 7

    Keep slight right to continue on Larry Justice Highway

    16.1 mi ยท 17 min ยท Larry Justice Highway

  8. 8

    Merge slight left onto Fall Line Freeway

    56.9 mi ยท 1 hr 1 min ยท Fall Line Freeway

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward GA 300 South: Georgia-Florida Parkway, Albany

    1718 ft ยท 43 sec

  10. 10

    Turn right onto Georgia-Florida Parkway

    35.1 mi ยท 43 min ยท Georgia-Florida Parkway

  11. 11

    Continue on Cordele Road

    1556 ft ยท 42 sec ยท Cordele Road

  12. 12

    Turn right onto Old Cordele Road

    1075 ft ยท 22 sec ยท Old Cordele Road

  13. 13

    Turn straight onto Sylvester Highway

    137 m ยท 11 sec ยท Sylvester Highway

  14. 14

    Continue on East Oglethorpe Boulevard

    2.9 mi ยท 5 min ยท East Oglethorpe Boulevard

  15. 15

    Turn right onto South Broadway Street

    111 m ยท 17 sec ยท South Broadway Street

  16. 16

    Turn left onto East Broad Avenue

    2118 ft ยท 46 sec ยท East Broad Avenue

  17. 17

    Turn right onto North Front Street

    156 m ยท 13 sec ยท North Front Street

  18. 18

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Pine Avenue

    33 m ยท 2 sec ยท Pine Avenue

  19. 19

    Exit the roundabout onto Pine Avenue

    2057 ft ยท 45 sec ยท Pine Avenue

  20. 20

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m ยท 1 sec ยท Pine Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Forsyth and Albany.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
20 steps
10 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
6
2 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
16.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Fall Line Freeway
56.9 mi ยท 47%
Georgia-Florida Parkway
35.1 mi ยท 29%
Larry Justice Highway
16.1 mi ยท 13%
Tift College Drive
8.87 mi ยท 7%
East Oglethorpe Boulevard
2.92 mi ยท 2%
Pine Avenue
0.41 mi
Longest Stretch

Fall Line Freeway

Merge slight left onto Fall Line Freeway

56.9 mi ยท 01h 01m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 57m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 54m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+20.5 mi
101.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Unadilla
00h 58m from Forsyth
Leave By
2:36 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Forsyth and Sunny near Albany.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Forsyth to Albany?

The road trip is about 121.9 miles (196.1 km) and usually takes 01h 57m 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?

Unadilla is a useful midpoint, sitting about 61.1 miles from Forsyth and 60.7 miles from Albany.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 101.4 miles (163.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.5 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:36 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.03 one way or $34.06 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Forsyth and Sunny near Albany.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Forsyth and Albany. Straight-line distance: 101.38 mi (163.16 km).

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#1 Forsyth

Rosebud county seat and river town near Yellowstone River

Population4,312
Coordinates33.0343000, -83.9382400
Altitude220
CountryUnited States
Albany

#2 Albany

The capital of Georgia.

Population70,839
Coordinates31.5785100, -84.1557400
Altitude62
CountryUnited States
Start: East Main Street (-83.938243, 33.034176)
End: Pine Avenue (-84.15574, 31.578444)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 196 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 03m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 02m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 26m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 01m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 44m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 31m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.3 gal
16.28 L ยท about $17.03
Round trip
$34.06
8.6 gal ยท 32.56 L
Estimated CO2
38.2 kg one way
Round trip: 76.4 kg / 168 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.96 $17.03 $34.06
Mid-grade $4.43 $19.04 $38.09
Premium $4.78 $20.55 $41.09
Diesel $5.62 $24.18 $48.37

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Georgia ยท Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Forsyth and Albany. The current time is 02:19:35.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.