How far is Vidalia, GA from Valdosta, GA?
The driving distance from Vidalia, GA to Valdosta, GA is about 122.6 miles (197.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 108.4 miles (174.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 48m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 24m.
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.
City in Coffee County, Georgia, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Vidalia and Valdosta.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Vidalia and Valdosta.
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Start on 1st Street
30 m · 7 sec · 1st Street
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Turn right onto Church Street
947 ft · 34 sec · Church Street
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Turn right onto East 3rd Street
971 ft · 39 sec · East 3rd Street
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Turn left onto Adams Street
5.9 mi · 9 min · Adams Street
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Turn straight
4.7 mi · 7 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto West Broad Street
1785 ft · 32 sec · West Broad Street
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Turn right
94 m · 5 sec
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Continue on 1st Street
4.6 mi · 9 min · 1st Street
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Continue straight
14.1 mi · 21 min
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Continue on Douglas Highway
11.3 mi · 17 min · Douglas Highway
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Continue on Broxton Road
16.7 mi · 25 min · Broxton Road
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Turn left onto Bowens Mill Road Southeast
2.6 mi · 4 min · Bowens Mill Road Southeast
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Turn left onto South Peterson Avenue
13.6 mi · 20 min · South Peterson Avenue
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Continue on South Main Street
772 ft · 18 sec · South Main Street
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Continue on South Main Street
2.2 mi · 3 min · South Main Street
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Turn right
18.2 mi · 25 min
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Turn slight right
47 m · 6 sec
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Turn straight
2.6 mi · 4 min
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Turn left onto South Valdosta Road
1 mi · 2 min · South Valdosta Road
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Continue on Lakeland Highway
13.9 mi · 19 min · Lakeland Highway
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Continue on East Park Avenue
3.8 mi · 6 min · East Park Avenue
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Turn left onto North Ashley Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · North Ashley Street
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Continue on East Magnolia Street
145 m · 24 sec · East Magnolia Street
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Turn left onto North Patterson Street
109 m · 14 sec · North Patterson Street
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Turn right onto J.L. Lomax Drive
13 m · 2 sec · J.L. Lomax Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · J.L. Lomax Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Vidalia and Valdosta.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
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18.2 mi · 00h 25m
Route Summary
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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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Vidalia and Showers And Thunderstorms near Valdosta.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Vidalia to Valdosta?
The road trip is about 122.6 miles (197.3 km) and usually takes 02h 24m 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?
Douglas is a useful midpoint, sitting about 59.1 miles from Vidalia and 63.5 miles from Valdosta.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 108.4 miles (174.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.2 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 1:42 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.15 one way or $34.30 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Vidalia and Showers And Thunderstorms near Valdosta.
Stop Ideas Near Douglas
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Vidalia and Valdosta. Straight-line distance: 108.42 mi (174.49 km).
#1 Vidalia
City in Toombs County and Montgomery County, Georgia, United States
| Population | 10,452 |
| Coordinates | 32.2176900, -82.4134600 |
| Altitude | 91 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Valdosta
The most populous city in Lowndes County, Georgia.
| Population | 56,668 |
| Coordinates | 30.8333400, -83.2803200 |
| Altitude | 67 |
| Country | United States |
End: J.L. Lomax Drive (-83.280271, 30.833251)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 197 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 31m |
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 | $17.15 | $34.30 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $19.18 | $38.36 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $20.69 | $41.38 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $24.35 | $48.70 |
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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