How far is Valdosta, GA from Newnan, GA?

Fastest route

The distance between Valdosta, Georgia, and Newnan, Georgia, is approximately 226 miles (364 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 3 hours and 50 minutes. The suggested route is via I-75 N and US-341 N.

Directions

  1. Get on I-75 N from I-75BUS/W Hill Ave. 🚗

    • Head northwest on N Ashley St toward E Valley St.
    • Turn left onto E Valley St.
    • Turn left at the 1st cross street onto N Patterson St.
    • Turn right at the 1st cross street onto W Central Ave.
    • Continue onto I-75BUS/W Hill Ave.
    • Pass by Wendy's (on the right in 1.7 mi).
    • Turn right to merge onto I-75 N.
  2. Follow I-75 N to GA-7 N/US-341 N/Sam Nunn Blvd in Perry. Take exit 136 from I-75 N. 🛣️

    • Take exit 136 for US-341/GA-7 toward Perry/Fort Valley.
    • Keep left at the fork, follow signs for Fort Valley/Ft Vly Univ.
    • Continue on GA-7 N/US-341 N.
  3. Take GA-18 W and Gordon Rd to Jackson St in Newnan. 🏞️

    • Turn left onto GA-7 N/US-341 N/Sam Nunn Blvd (continue to follow GA-7 N/US-341 N).
    • Turn right onto Oakland Heights Pkwy.
    • Use the left 2 lanes to turn slightly left to stay on Oakland Heights Pkwy.
    • Pass by Church's Texas Chicken (on the left).
    • At the traffic circle, take the 2nd exit and stay on US-341 N.
    • Turn left onto GA-18 W/Burnette Rd/Rose Ave.
    • Turn right onto Hollonville Rd/Zebulon-Hollonville Rd.
    • Turn right onto GA-74 N/GA-85 N.
    • Turn left onto Gordon Rd/Main St.
    • Keep left to continue on Jackson St.

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🛣️ Check the traffic conditions and road closures before starting your journey to avoid any delays or detours.
  • 🚗 Make sure your vehicle is in good condition for a long drive. Consider getting a quick inspection before the trip.
  • 🏞️ Plan some rest stops along the way to stretch your legs and grab a bite to eat.
  • 🛣️ Use navigation apps or GPS devices to stay on track and find the most efficient routes.
  • 🚗 Take breaks if you're driving for an extended period. Share driving responsibilities with other passengers if possible.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
234.55 mi
03h 50m
Flight
197.19 mi
317.34 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
197.19 mi
Kilometers
317.34 km
Flight Time
00h 23m

Driving Distance

Road route
234.55 mi
Kilometers
377.47 km
Drive Time
03h 50m

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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 03h 50m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Newnan
Thu, Apr 23, 8:09 AM EDT
Return by in Valdosta
Thu, Apr 23, 12:00 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Valdosta
2026-04-23T04:18
Arrive Newnan
Thu, Apr 23, 8:09 AM EDT
Route Timing
03h 50m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:51 AM to 11:51 AM EDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
9:18 AM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Valdosta
9:00 PM EDT
Early departure recommended

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.

Mid-route stop
Perry
GA

City in Houston and Peach Counties, Georgia, United States

From Valdosta
117.1 mi
01h 55m
To Newnan
117.4 mi
01h 55m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
87°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph SE
Destination
84°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Valdosta and Newnan.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Valdosta and Newnan.

  1. 1

    Start on J.L. Lomax Drive

    13 m · 4 sec · J.L. Lomax Drive

  2. 2

    Turn right onto North Patterson Street

    71 m · 12 sec · North Patterson Street

  3. 3

    Turn right onto West Valley Street

    962 ft · 31 sec · West Valley Street

  4. 4

    Turn left onto North Oak Street

    84 m · 12 sec · North Oak Street

  5. 5

    Turn right onto West Central Avenue

    1385 ft · 34 sec · West Central Avenue

  6. 6

    Continue on West Hill Avenue

    1.9 mi · 3 min · West Hill Avenue

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right

    1795 ft · 44 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left

    140 mi · 2 hr 30 min

  9. 9

    Keep slight left to continue on Larry Justice Highway

    15.9 mi · 17 min · Larry Justice Highway

  10. 10

    Merge slight right

    27.1 mi · 29 min

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward GA 16: Griffin, Jackson

    1835 ft · 45 sec

  12. 12

    Keep slight left to continue on GA 16 West: Griffin, University of Georgia Griffin Campus, Griffin Regional Welcome Center

    32 m · 5 sec

  13. 13

    Turn left

    1385 ft · 29 sec

  14. 14

    Continue straight

    6.7 mi · 8 min

  15. 15

    Keep slight right to continue on Arthur K. Bolton Parkway

    2.4 mi · 3 min · Arthur K. Bolton Parkway

  16. 16

    Continue on Memorial Drive

    1 mi · 2 min · Memorial Drive

  17. 17

    Continue on East Taylor Street

    2470 ft · 1 min · East Taylor Street

  18. 18

    Continue on West Taylor Street

    13.4 mi · 20 min · West Taylor Street

  19. 19

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Newnan Road

    43 m · 5 sec · Newnan Road

  20. 20

    Exit the roundabout onto Newnan Road

    2339 ft · 39 sec · Newnan Road

  21. 21

    Continue on State Route 16 East

    6.8 mi · 10 min · State Route 16 East

  22. 22

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward the route

    31 m · 2 sec

  23. 23

    Exit the roundabout

    3.8 mi · 6 min

  24. 24

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route

    14 m · 2 sec

  25. 25

    Exit the roundabout

    8.6 mi · 12 min

  26. 26

    Turn right onto South US 29

    3.2 mi · 5 min · South US 29

  27. 27

    Continue on Jefferson Street

    3025 ft · 2 min · Jefferson Street

  28. 28

    Turn left onto Clark Street

    90 m · 10 sec · Clark Street

  29. 29

    Turn right onto Jackson Street

    25 m · 2 sec · Jackson Street

  30. 30

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Jackson Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Valdosta and Newnan.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Interchange-aware route

The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.

Directions
30 steps
14 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
10
2 merges, 8 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
12.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
West Hill Avenue
142 mi · 61%
Larry Justice Highway
42.9 mi · 18%
State Route 16 East
19.3 mi · 8%
West Taylor Street
13.4 mi · 6%
GA 16 West
6.7 mi · 3%
South US 29
3.18 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

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.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
03h 50m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
07h 42m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+37.4 mi
197.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Perry
01h 55m from Valdosta
Leave By
9:18 AM EDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Valdosta and Sunny near Newnan.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Valdosta to Newnan?

The road trip is about 234.6 miles (377.5 km) and usually takes 03h 50m 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?

Perry is a useful midpoint, sitting about 117.1 miles from Valdosta and 117.4 miles from Newnan.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 197.2 miles (317.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 37.4 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:18 AM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $32.80 one way or $65.59 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 73.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Valdosta and Sunny near Newnan.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Valdosta and Newnan. Straight-line distance: 197.19 mi (317.34 km).

Valdosta

#1 Valdosta

The most populous city in Lowndes County, Georgia.

Population56,668
Coordinates30.8333400, -83.2803200
Altitude67
CountryUnited States
Newnan

#2 Newnan

The county seat of Coweta County, Georgia.

Population42,885
Coordinates33.3806700, -84.7996600
Altitude296
CountryUnited States
Start: J.L. Lomax Drive (-83.280271, 30.833251)
End: Jackson Street (-84.79993, 33.380651)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 377 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)07h 48m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)05h 51m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)04h 41m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 54m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)03h 21m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 55m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
8.28 gal
31.33 L · about $32.80
Round trip
$65.59
16.56 gal · 62.66 L
Estimated CO2
73.6 kg one way
Round trip: 147.2 kg / 325 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.96 $32.80 $65.59
Mid-grade $4.43 $36.67 $73.34
Premium $4.78 $39.56 $79.12
Diesel $5.62 $46.57 $93.13

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Georgia · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Valdosta and Newnan. The current time is 04:18:56.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.