How far is Valdosta, GA from Rome, GA?
The driving distance from Valdosta, GA to Rome, GA is about 297.6 miles (479 km), with a travel time of about 05h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 260.8 miles (419.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 16m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 38m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The second most populous city in Georgia.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Valdosta and Rome.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Valdosta and Rome.
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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 right to continue on Horace E Tate Freeway
7.2 mi · 9 min · Horace E Tate Freeway
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Continue on Larry McDonald Memorial Highway
10.5 mi · 12 min · Larry McDonald Memorial Highway
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Keep slight left to continue on Larry McDonald Memorial Highway
21.8 mi · 24 min · Larry McDonald Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward GA 20: Rome, Canton
1564 ft · 38 sec
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Turn slight left onto GA 20 West: Georgia Highlands College, Cartersville, Rome, Clarence Brown Conference Center, Pettit Creek Farms
36 m · 7 sec
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Turn left onto Canton Highway
1.2 mi · 2 min · Canton Highway
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Continue straight
2183 ft · 45 sec
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Continue straight
1.2 km · 1 min
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Turn left
2314 ft · 51 sec
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Take the exit slight right
636 ft · 17 sec
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Merge slight left onto Joe Frank Harris Parkway Southeast
2.8 mi · 4 min · Joe Frank Harris Parkway Southeast
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Take the exit slight right toward South US 411, West GA 20: Rome
18.9 mi · 24 min
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Keep slight right
2.2 mi · 4 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Turner McCall Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Valdosta and Rome.
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Valdosta and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Rome.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Valdosta to Rome?
The road trip is about 297.6 miles (479 km) and usually takes 05h 38m 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?
Macon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 149 miles from Valdosta and 148.6 miles from Rome.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 260.8 miles (419.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 36.8 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 5:44 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $41.59 one way or $83.18 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 93.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Valdosta and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Rome.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Valdosta and Rome. Straight-line distance: 260.76 mi (419.65 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 Rome
County seat of Floyd County, Georgia, United States
| Population | 36,764 |
| Coordinates | 34.2570400, -85.1646700 |
| Altitude | 187 |
| Country | United States |
End: Rome (-85.16467, 34.25704)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 479 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 42m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $41.59 | $83.18 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $46.50 | $93.01 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $50.17 | $100.34 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $59.05 | $118.10 |
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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