Albany, New York to Atlanta: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Albany, New York from Atlanta?

The distance from Albany, New York to Atlanta is 842.3 miles (1355.5 km) as the crow flies. Atlanta is located SW of Albany, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1001.3 miles, taking about 19h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 12min. Both are located in United States — Albany, New York in New York and Atlanta in Georgia.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Albany, New York and Atlanta. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.