How far is Mount Vernon, GA from Albany, GA?
The driving distance from Mount Vernon, GA to Albany, GA is about 115.3 miles (185.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 14m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 100.5 miles (161.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 29m 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 02h 14m.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Wilcox County, Georgia, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mount Vernon and Albany.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Vernon and Albany.
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Start on Spring Street
19.6 mi · 29 min · Spring Street
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Continue straight
3 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit straight
48.6 mi · 1 hr 11 min
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Turn left onto Penia Road South
1.9 mi · 3 min · Penia Road South
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Turn right onto Old Hatley Road
3.2 mi · 5 min · Old Hatley Road
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Turn slight left
34.2 mi · 42 min
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Continue on Cordele Road
1556 ft · 42 sec · Cordele Road
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Turn right onto Old Cordele Road
1075 ft · 22 sec · Old Cordele Road
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Turn straight onto Sylvester Highway
137 m · 11 sec · Sylvester Highway
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Continue on East Oglethorpe Boulevard
2.9 mi · 5 min · East Oglethorpe Boulevard
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Turn right onto South Broadway Street
111 m · 17 sec · South Broadway Street
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Turn left onto East Broad Avenue
2118 ft · 46 sec · East Broad Avenue
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Turn right onto North Front Street
156 m · 15 sec · North Front Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Pine Avenue
33 m · 2 sec · Pine Avenue
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Exit the roundabout onto Pine Avenue
2057 ft · 45 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 Mount Vernon 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.
Spring Street
Take the exit straight
48.6 mi · 01h 11m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Mount Vernon and Partly Sunny near Albany.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mount Vernon to Albany?
The road trip is about 115.3 miles (185.6 km) and usually takes 02h 14m 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?
Rochelle is a useful midpoint, sitting about 57.5 miles from Mount Vernon and 57.9 miles from Albany.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 100.5 miles (161.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.8 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 2:00 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.12 one way or $32.24 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Mount Vernon and Partly Sunny near Albany.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mount Vernon and Albany. Straight-line distance: 100.54 mi (161.8 km).
#1 Mount Vernon
City in Montgomery County, Georgia, United States
| Population | 2,451 |
| Coordinates | 32.1785100, -82.5945800 |
| Altitude | 69 |
| 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: 186 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 26m |
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 | $16.12 | $32.24 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $18.03 | $36.05 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $19.45 | $38.89 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $22.89 | $45.78 |
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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