How far is Valdosta, GA from Bainbridge, GA?
The driving distance from Valdosta, GA to Bainbridge, GA is about 81.4 miles (131 km), with a travel time of about 01h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 77 miles (123.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 43m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 51m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
City in and the county seat of Thomas County, Georgia, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Clear
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Valdosta and Bainbridge.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Valdosta and Bainbridge.
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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
15.2 mi · 20 min · West Hill Avenue
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Continue straight
5.4 mi · 9 min
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Continue straight
19.5 mi · 23 min
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Continue straight
1604 ft · 34 sec
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Continue on Smith Avenue
2.1 mi · 4 min · Smith Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South Madison Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · South Madison Street
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Continue on North Boulevard
122 m · 7 sec · North Boulevard
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Keep slight left to continue on North Boulevard
1516 ft · 26 sec · North Boulevard
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Continue on Cairo Road
3 mi · 5 min · Cairo Road
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Continue straight
8.4 mi · 11 min
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Continue straight
3.8 mi · 7 min
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Continue straight
3.2 mi · 4 min
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Continue straight
16.4 mi · 21 min
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Turn right onto East Shotwell Street
2 mi · 4 min · East Shotwell Street
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Turn left onto South Broad Street
24 m · 3 sec · South Broad Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Broad Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Valdosta and Bainbridge.
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
Continue straight
19.5 mi · 00h 23m
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.
Clear leaving Valdosta and Mostly Clear near Bainbridge.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Valdosta to Bainbridge?
The road trip is about 81.4 miles (131 km) and usually takes 01h 51m 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?
Thomasville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 40.6 miles from Valdosta and 40.8 miles from Bainbridge.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 77 miles (123.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.4 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 2:46 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.37 one way or $22.74 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Clear around Valdosta and Mostly Clear near Bainbridge.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Valdosta and Bainbridge. Straight-line distance: 76.96 mi (123.86 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 Bainbridge
County seat of Decatur County, Georgia, United States
| Population | 12,137 |
| Coordinates | 30.9038000, -84.5754700 |
| Altitude | 37 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bainbridge (-84.57547, 30.9038)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 131 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 00m |
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 | $11.37 | $22.74 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $12.71 | $25.42 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $13.71 | $27.43 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $16.14 | $32.28 |
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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