How far is Valdosta, GA from Milton, GA?
The driving distance from Valdosta, GA to Milton, GA is about 259.2 miles (417.2 km), with a travel time of about 04h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 235.6 miles (379.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 59m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 59m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Houston County, Georgia, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Valdosta and Milton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Valdosta and Milton.
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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
22.8 mi · 28 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Northeast Expressway
2.7 mi · 4 min · Northeast Expressway
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Keep slight right to continue on T Harvey Mathis Parkway
7.1 mi · 9 min · T Harvey Mathis Parkway
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Continue on Turner McDonald Parkway
11 mi · 14 min · Turner McDonald Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward Alpharetta, Haynes Bridge Road
1424 ft · 33 sec
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Turn left onto Haynes Bridge Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · Haynes Bridge Road
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Turn left onto Old Milton Parkway
869 ft · 21 sec · Old Milton Parkway
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Turn right onto South Main Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · South Main Street
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Turn left onto Canton Street
122 m · 13 sec · Canton Street
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Turn right onto Hopewell Road
2 mi · 5 min · Hopewell Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Hopewell Road
36 m · 3 sec · Hopewell Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Hopewell Road
1.2 km · 2 min · Hopewell Road
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Turn left onto Redd Road
2872 ft · 1 min · Redd Road
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Turn right onto South Thompson Road
1.3 km · 3 min · South Thompson Road
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Turn right onto Scotlandwell Place
2254 ft · 2 min · Scotlandwell Place
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Scotlandwell Place
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Valdosta and Milton.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
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.
Sunny leaving Valdosta and Sunny near Milton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Valdosta to Milton?
The road trip is about 259.2 miles (417.2 km) and usually takes 04h 59m 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?
Centerville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 129.9 miles from Valdosta and 129.4 miles from Milton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 235.6 miles (379.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.6 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 7:00 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $36.24 one way or $72.49 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 81.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Valdosta and Sunny near Milton.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Valdosta and Milton. Straight-line distance: 235.55 mi (379.08 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 Milton
A city in Fulton County, Georgia.
| Population | 40,037 |
| Coordinates | 34.1321600, -84.3006700 |
| Altitude | 299 |
| Country | United States |
End: Milton (-84.30067, 34.13216)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 417 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 14m |
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 | $36.24 | $72.49 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $40.53 | $81.05 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $43.72 | $87.44 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $51.46 | $102.92 |
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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