How far is St. Marys, GA from Valdosta, GA?
The driving distance from St. Marys, GA to Valdosta, GA is about 127.2 miles (204.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 103.1 miles (166 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 50m 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 25m.
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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City in Ware County, Georgia, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between St. Marys and Valdosta.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between St. Marys and Valdosta.
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Start on West Hall Street
24 m · 9 sec · West Hall Street
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Turn left onto Osborne Street
3 mi · 5 min · Osborne Street
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Continue on Kingsland Saint Marys Road
3 mi · 5 min · Kingsland Saint Marys Road
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Continue on East King Avenue
4.4 mi · 8 min · East King Avenue
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Continue on West King Street
18.8 mi · 28 min · West King Street
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Turn right onto Indian Trail
1.3 mi · 2 min · Indian Trail
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Turn right
1.7 mi · 3 min
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Continue on US 1 North, US 23 North: Waycross
32.1 mi · 39 min
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Turn left onto Screven Avenue
1945 ft · 43 sec · Screven Avenue
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Turn right onto Jenkins Street
153 m · 10 sec · Jenkins Street
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Continue on Francis Street
1541 ft · 45 sec · Francis Street
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Turn left onto South Nicholls Street
1026 ft · 25 sec · South Nicholls Street
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Continue on Glenmore Avenue
1.1 mi · 3 min · Glenmore Avenue
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Continue on Wadley Road
835 ft · 27 sec · Wadley Road
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Turn left
18 mi · 24 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Main Street
54 m · 5 sec · Main Street
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Exit the roundabout onto Main Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · Main Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
64 m · 5 sec
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Exit the roundabout
3.3 mi · 5 min
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Continue straight
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
22.4 mi · 30 min
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Continue straight
656 ft · 13 sec
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Continue straight
9.7 mi · 11 min
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Continue straight
3.2 mi · 6 min
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Turn right onto North Ashley Street
773 ft · 28 sec · North Ashley Street
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Turn left onto East Magnolia Street
156 m · 25 sec · East Magnolia Street
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Turn left onto North Patterson Street
109 m · 14 sec · North Patterson Street
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Turn right onto J.L. Lomax Drive
13 m · 2 sec · J.L. Lomax Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · J.L. Lomax Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between St. Marys and Valdosta.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
US 1 North
Continue on US 1 North, US 23 North: Waycross
32.1 mi · 00h 39m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving St. Marys and Showers And Thunderstorms near Valdosta.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from St. Marys to Valdosta?
The road trip is about 127.2 miles (204.7 km) and usually takes 02h 25m 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?
Waycross is a useful midpoint, sitting about 63.3 miles from St. Marys and 63.9 miles from Valdosta.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 103.1 miles (166 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.1 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 $17.78 one way or $35.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 39.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around St. Marys and Showers And Thunderstorms near Valdosta.
Stop Ideas Near Waycross
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Waycross Utility Billing Department
Blackshear City Hall
Waycross Public Works
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between St. Marys and Valdosta. Straight-line distance: 103.17 mi (166.03 km).
#1 St. Marys
City in Camden County, Georgia, USA
| Population | 17,968 |
| Coordinates | 30.7305100, -81.5464900 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Valdosta
The most populous city in Lowndes County, Georgia.
| Population | 56,668 |
| Coordinates | 30.8333400, -83.2803200 |
| Altitude | 67 |
| Country | United States |
End: J.L. Lomax Drive (-83.280271, 30.833251)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 205 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 35m |
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 | $17.78 | $35.57 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $19.89 | $39.77 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $21.45 | $42.91 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $25.25 | $50.50 |
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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