How far is Valdosta, GA from Folkston, GA?
The driving distance from Valdosta, GA to Folkston, GA is about 96.7 miles (155.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 75.3 miles (121.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 18m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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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 02h 09m.
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.
Town in Clinch County, Georgia, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Valdosta and Folkston.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Valdosta and Folkston.
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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
1012 ft · 46 sec · North Patterson Street
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Turn left onto East Hill Avenue
3.2 mi · 6 min · East Hill Avenue
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Continue straight
9.8 mi · 12 min
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Continue straight
27.2 mi · 37 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Main Street
28 m · 2 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 1 toward the route
28 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
18 mi · 23 min
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Turn right onto Wadley Road
835 ft · 20 sec · Wadley Road
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Continue on Glenmore Avenue
1.1 mi · 3 min · Glenmore Avenue
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Continue on South Nicholls Street
1026 ft · 29 sec · South Nicholls Street
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Turn right onto Francis Street
1541 ft · 37 sec · Francis Street
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Turn slight right onto Jenkins Street
153 m · 17 sec · Jenkins Street
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Turn left onto Screven Avenue
1945 ft · 39 sec · Screven Avenue
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Turn right onto Memorial Drive
3.1 mi · 5 min · Memorial Drive
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Continue on Jacksonville Highway
29.3 mi · 34 min · Jacksonville Highway
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Continue straight
1.6 mi · 2 min
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Turn right
3179 ft · 1 min
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Turn right onto Love Street
79 m · 15 sec · Love Street
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Turn left onto Magnolia Street
67 m · 10 sec · Magnolia Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Magnolia Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Valdosta and Folkston.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Jacksonville Highway
Continue on Jacksonville Highway
29.3 mi · 00h 34m
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.
Sunny leaving Valdosta and Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny near Folkston.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Valdosta to Folkston?
The road trip is about 96.7 miles (155.7 km) and usually takes 02h 09m 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?
Argyle is a useful midpoint, sitting about 48.3 miles from Valdosta and 48.4 miles from Folkston.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 75.3 miles (121.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.4 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 2:12 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.94 one way or $25.89 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Valdosta and Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny near Folkston.
Stop Ideas Near Argyle
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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City of Waycross
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Argyle.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Valdosta and Folkston. Straight-line distance: 75.29 mi (121.16 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 Folkston
City in Charlton County, Georgia, United States
| Population | 5,043 |
| Coordinates | 30.8309500, -82.0113100 |
| Altitude | 24 |
| Country | United States |
End: Folkston (-82.01131, 30.83095)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 156 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 12m |
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 | $3.79 | $12.94 | $25.89 |
| Mid-grade | $4.27 | $14.60 | $29.20 |
| Premium | $4.70 | $16.07 | $32.15 |
| Diesel | $5.75 | $19.65 | $39.30 |
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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