How far is Sylvester, GA from Poulan, GA?
The driving distance from Sylvester, GA to Poulan, GA is about 3.7 miles (6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 3.2 miles (5.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 10m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EST.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 05m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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.
Town in Worth County, Georgia, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sylvester and Poulan.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sylvester and Poulan.
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Start on the route
35 m · 14 sec
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Turn left onto East Franklin Street
3.2 mi · 5 min · East Franklin Street
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Continue straight
744 ft · 13 sec
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Turn right onto North Cotton Street
1987 ft · 55 sec · North Cotton Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Cotton Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sylvester and Poulan.
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.
East Franklin Street
Turn left onto East Franklin Street
3.22 mi · 00h 05m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Partly Sunny leaving Sylvester and Partly Sunny near Poulan.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sylvester to Poulan?
The road trip is about 3.7 miles (6 km) and usually takes 00h 05m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Sumner is a useful midpoint, sitting about 1.9 miles from Sylvester and 1.9 miles from Poulan.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 3.2 miles (5.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.5 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:20 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.46 one way or $0.93 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 1.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Sylvester and Partly Sunny near Poulan.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sylvester and Poulan. Straight-line distance: 3.16 mi (5.08 km).
#1 Sylvester
Human settlement in Worth County, Georgia, United States of America
| Population | 5,690 |
| Coordinates | 31.5309200, -83.8369300 |
| Altitude | 118 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Poulan
Human settlement in Worth County, Georgia, United States of America
| Population | 770 |
| Coordinates | 31.5129600, -83.7876700 |
| Altitude | 116 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Cotton Street (-83.787657, 31.512955)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 6 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 02m |
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 | $3.58 | $0.46 | $0.93 |
| Mid-grade | $4.04 | $0.53 | $1.05 |
| Premium | $4.48 | $0.58 | $1.16 |
| Diesel | $5.66 | $0.74 | $1.47 |
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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