How far is Valdosta, GA from Americus, GA?
The driving distance from Valdosta, GA to Americus, GA is about 119.4 miles (192.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 102.4 miles (164.8 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.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Turner County, Georgia, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Valdosta and Americus.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Valdosta and Americus.
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Start on J.L. Lomax Drive
13 m · 4 sec · J.L. Lomax Drive
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Turn right onto North Patterson Street
71 m · 12 sec · North Patterson Street
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Turn right onto West Valley Street
962 ft · 31 sec · West Valley Street
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Turn left onto North Oak Street
84 m · 12 sec · North Oak Street
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Turn right onto West Central Avenue
1385 ft · 34 sec · West Central Avenue
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Continue on West Hill Avenue
1.9 mi · 3 min · West Hill Avenue
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Take the exit slight right
1795 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left
80.4 mi · 1 hr 26 min
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Take the exit slight right toward GA 33 Connector: Wenona, Sylvester
935 ft · 28 sec
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Turn left onto Rockhouse Road East
1.6 mi · 3 min · Rockhouse Road East
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Turn right
2.1 mi · 3 min
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Turn slight left onto Joe Wright Drive
2414 ft · 37 sec · Joe Wright Drive
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Continue on Joe White Drive
2627 ft · 47 sec · Joe White Drive
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Continue on Joe Wright Drive
1622 ft · 31 sec · Joe Wright Drive
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Continue on Joe Wright Road
3011 ft · 1 min · Joe Wright Road
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Turn left onto 24th Avenue West
1.3 mi · 2 min · 24th Avenue West
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At the end of the road, turn left
8.8 mi · 12 min
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Turn right onto Lamar Road
15.3 mi · 21 min · Lamar Road
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Turn left onto District Line Road
1135 ft · 22 sec · District Line Road
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At the end of the road, turn right
3.4 mi · 5 min
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Continue straight
1.5 mi · 3 min
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Turn left onto North Lee Street
100 m · 7 sec · North Lee Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Lee Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Valdosta and Americus.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
West Hill Avenue
Merge slight left
80.4 mi · 01h 26m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Valdosta and Mostly Sunny near Americus.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Valdosta to Americus?
The road trip is about 119.4 miles (192.1 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?
Sycamore is a useful midpoint, sitting about 59.8 miles from Valdosta and 59.6 miles from Americus.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 102.4 miles (164.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 17 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 $16.68 one way or $33.35 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Valdosta and Mostly Sunny near Americus.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Valdosta and Americus. Straight-line distance: 102.37 mi (164.75 km).
#1 Valdosta
The most populous city in Lowndes County, Georgia.
| Population | 56,668 |
| Coordinates | 30.8333400, -83.2803200 |
| Altitude | 67 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Americus
City in Sumter County, Georgia, USA
| Population | 14,987 |
| Coordinates | 32.0723900, -84.2326900 |
| Altitude | 131 |
| Country | United States |
End: Americus (-84.23269, 32.07239)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 192 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 29m |
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 | $16.68 | $33.35 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $18.65 | $37.29 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $20.12 | $40.23 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $23.68 | $47.35 |
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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