How far is Valdosta, GA from Forest Park, GA?
The driving distance from Valdosta, GA to Forest Park, GA is about 217.6 miles (350.2 km), with a travel time of about 04h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 202.9 miles (326.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 00m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Halfway Point
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City in Dooly County, Georgia, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Valdosta and Forest Park.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Valdosta and Forest Park.
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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
140 mi · 2 hr 30 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Larry Justice Highway
15.9 mi · 17 min · Larry Justice Highway
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Merge slight right
49.5 mi · 54 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 75 North: Atlanta, Birmingham
4.8 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward GA 54: Clayton State University, Georgia Archives, National Archives, Morrow, Lake City
3159 ft · 1 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Jonesboro Road
2.7 mi · 5 min · Jonesboro Road
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Turn left onto Forest Parkway
1.3 mi · 2 min · Forest Parkway
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Turn right onto West Street
52 m · 7 sec · West Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Valdosta and Forest Park.
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
140 mi · 02h 30m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Valdosta and Mostly Sunny near Forest Park.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Valdosta to Forest Park?
The road trip is about 217.6 miles (350.2 km) and usually takes 04h 00m 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?
Unadilla is a useful midpoint, sitting about 109 miles from Valdosta and 108.6 miles from Forest Park.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 202.9 miles (326.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.7 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 9:00 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $30.42 one way or $60.84 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 68.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Valdosta and Mostly Sunny near Forest Park.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Valdosta and Forest Park. Straight-line distance: 202.91 mi (326.56 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 Forest Park
Village in Illinois
| Population | 19,871 |
| Coordinates | 33.6220500, -84.3690900 |
| Altitude | 301 |
| Country | United States |
End: Forest Park (-84.36909, 33.62205)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 350 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 15m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 42m |
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 | $30.42 | $60.84 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $34.01 | $68.03 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $36.70 | $73.39 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $43.19 | $86.38 |
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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