How far is Griffin, GA from Albany, GA?
The driving distance from Griffin, GA to Albany, GA is about 128.9 miles (207.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 115.5 miles (185.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 49m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 24m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Macon County, Georgia, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Griffin and Albany.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Griffin and Albany.
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Start on State Street
116 m · 11 sec · State Street
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Turn slight right onto South Hill Street
2.1 mi · 4 min · South Hill Street
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Continue on Zebulon Road
1.7 mi · 3 min · Zebulon Road
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Continue straight
24.7 mi · 37 min
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Merge slight left onto South Center Street
1307 ft · 25 sec · South Center Street
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Continue on South Church Street
12.2 mi · 15 min · South Church Street
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Continue straight
2.1 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
35.6 mi · 43 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
36 m · 4 sec
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Exit the roundabout
38 mi · 47 min
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Take the exit slight right
1.9 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
97 m · 9 sec
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Turn right onto Walnut Street
4.4 mi · 6 min · Walnut Street
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Turn left onto Forester Parkway
544 ft · 13 sec · Forester Parkway
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Turn right onto Old Leesburg Road
2.5 mi · 4 min · Old Leesburg Road
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Continue on North Jefferson Street
3.2 mi · 7 min · North Jefferson Street
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Turn left onto Pine Avenue
23 m · 2 sec · Pine Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Pine Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Griffin and Albany.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
South Church Street
Exit the roundabout
38 mi · 00h 47m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Griffin to Albany?
The road trip is about 128.9 miles (207.5 km) and usually takes 02h 24m 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?
Ideal is a useful midpoint, sitting about 64.6 miles from Griffin and 64.4 miles from Albany.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 115.5 miles (185.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.4 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 1:40 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.02 one way or $36.05 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Griffin and Albany. Straight-line distance: 115.44 mi (185.78 km).
#1 Griffin
County seat of Spalding County, Georgia, United States
| Population | 22,665 |
| Coordinates | 33.2467800, -84.2640900 |
| Altitude | 298 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Albany
The capital of Georgia.
| Population | 70,839 |
| Coordinates | 31.5785100, -84.1557400 |
| Altitude | 62 |
| Country | United States |
End: Pine Avenue (-84.15574, 31.578444)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 207 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 36m |
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 | $18.02 | $36.05 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $20.15 | $40.30 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $21.74 | $43.48 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $25.59 | $51.18 |
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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