How far is Union Point, GA from Albany, GA?

The driving distance from Union Point, GA to Albany, GA is about 176 miles (283.2 km), with a travel time of about 03h 08m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 154.2 miles (248.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 17m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
175.99 mi
03h 08m
Flight
154.18 mi
248.13 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
154.18 mi
Kilometers
248.13 km
Flight Time
00h 18m

Driving Distance

Road route
175.99 mi
Kilometers
283.23 km
Drive Time
03h 08m

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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 03h 08m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Albany
Fri, Apr 17, 2:11 PM EDT
Return by in Union Point
Fri, Apr 17, 5:19 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Union Point
2026-04-17T11:02
Arrive Albany
Fri, Apr 17, 2:11 PM EDT
Route Timing
03h 08m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:09 AM to 11:09 AM EDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
10:42 AM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Union Point
9:00 PM EDT
Early departure recommended

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
Byron
GA

City in Peach County, Georgia, United States

From Union Point
88.2 mi
01h 34m
To Albany
87.9 mi
01h 34m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
89°F
Friday

Sunny

Starts
Fri, Apr 17 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph W
Destination
90°F
Friday

Sunny

Starts
Fri, Apr 17 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph WSW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Union Point and Albany.

  1. 1

    Start on Carlton Avenue

    97 m · 18 sec · Carlton Avenue

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Veazey Street

    41 m · 6 sec · Veazey Street

  3. 3

    Continue on Scott Street

    144 m · 24 sec · Scott Street

  4. 4

    Turn right onto Lamb Avenue

    5.1 mi · 8 min · Lamb Avenue

  5. 5

    Continue on East Broad Street

    2.1 mi · 4 min · East Broad Street

  6. 6

    Turn left onto South Main Street

    2.6 mi · 5 min · South Main Street

  7. 7

    Continue on Lake Oconee Parkway

    8.7 mi · 13 min · Lake Oconee Parkway

  8. 8

    Continue on Greensboro Road

    11.3 mi · 17 min · Greensboro Road

  9. 9

    Turn left onto Jefferson Avenue

    627 ft · 17 sec · Jefferson Avenue

  10. 10

    Continue on Oak Street

    1.8 mi · 3 min · Oak Street

  11. 11

    Continue on Gray Highway

    2815 ft · 57 sec · Gray Highway

  12. 12

    Continue on Gray Road Southwest

    21.2 mi · 29 min · Gray Road Southwest

  13. 13

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Gray Bypass

    15 m · 1 sec · Gray Bypass

  14. 14

    Exit the roundabout onto Gray Bypass

    5.1 mi · 7 min · Gray Bypass

  15. 15

    Turn right onto Gray Highway

    10.5 mi · 14 min · Gray Highway

  16. 16

    Continue on North Avenue

    915 ft · 24 sec · North Avenue

  17. 17

    Take the exit right toward I 16:west: Atlanta, Valdosta

    1.3 km · 1 min

  18. 18

    Keep slight left to continue on Fall Line Freeway

    1 mi · 2 min · Fall Line Freeway

  19. 19

    Keep slight left to continue on Fall Line Freeway

    65 mi · 1 hr 10 min · Fall Line Freeway

  20. 20

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

    1718 ft · 43 sec

  21. 21

    Turn right onto Georgia-Florida Parkway

    35.1 mi · 43 min · Georgia-Florida Parkway

  22. 22

    Continue on Cordele Road

    1556 ft · 42 sec · Cordele Road

  23. 23

    Turn right onto Old Cordele Road

    1075 ft · 22 sec · Old Cordele Road

  24. 24

    Turn straight onto Sylvester Highway

    137 m · 11 sec · Sylvester Highway

  25. 25

    Continue on East Oglethorpe Boulevard

    2.9 mi · 5 min · East Oglethorpe Boulevard

  26. 26

    Turn right onto South Broadway Street

    111 m · 17 sec · South Broadway Street

  27. 27

    Turn left onto East Broad Avenue

    2118 ft · 46 sec · East Broad Avenue

  28. 28

    Turn right onto North Front Street

    156 m · 15 sec · North Front Street

  29. 29

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Pine Avenue

    33 m · 2 sec · Pine Avenue

  30. 30

    Exit the roundabout onto Pine Avenue

    2057 ft · 45 sec · Pine Avenue

  31. 31

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Pine Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Union Point 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
31 steps
15 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
6
0 merges, 6 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
17.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Fall Line Freeway
66 mi · 37%
Georgia-Florida Parkway
35.1 mi · 20%
Gray Road Southwest
21.2 mi · 12%
Greensboro Road
11.3 mi · 6%
Gray Highway
11.1 mi · 6%
Lake Oconee Parkway
8.71 mi · 5%
Longest Stretch

Fall Line Freeway

Keep slight left to continue on Fall Line Freeway

65 mi · 01h 10m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

A longer out-and-back drive

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

Drive Time
03h 08m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
06h 18m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+21.8 mi
154.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Byron
01h 34m from Union Point
Leave By
10:42 AM EDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Union Point and Sunny near Albany.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Union Point to Albany?

The road trip is about 176 miles (283.2 km) and usually takes 03h 08m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Byron is a useful midpoint, sitting about 88.2 miles from Union Point and 87.9 miles from Albany.

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

The direct path is about 154.2 miles (248.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.8 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:42 AM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.60 one way or $49.20 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 55.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Union Point and Sunny near Albany.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Union Point and Albany. Straight-line distance: 154.18 mi (248.13 km).

Union Point

#1 Union Point

City in Greene County, Georgia, United States of America

Population1,977
Coordinates33.6156800, -83.0746000
Altitude208
CountryUnited States
Albany

#2 Albany

The capital of Georgia.

Population70,839
Coordinates31.5785100, -84.1557400
Altitude62
CountryUnited States
Start: Carlton Avenue (-83.074822, 33.615371)
End: Pine Avenue (-84.15574, 31.578444)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 283 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)05h 51m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)04h 24m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 31m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 55m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 30m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 11m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
6.21 gal
23.51 L · about $24.60
Round trip
$49.20
12.42 gal · 47.02 L
Estimated CO2
55.2 kg one way
Round trip: 110.4 kg / 243 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.96 $24.60 $49.20
Mid-grade $4.43 $27.50 $55.01
Premium $4.78 $29.67 $59.34
Diesel $5.62 $34.93 $69.85

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 · Apr 17, 2026

There is no time difference between Union Point and Albany. The current time is 11:02:28.

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.