Milton, Georgia to Panama City Beach: Road Trip Guide & Distance

287.1 miles 462.1 km · straight line
358.9 miles estimated 577.6 km · driving distance
7h 13min estimated drive time
$35 - $43 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
198° SSW bearing direction

How far is Milton, Georgia from Panama City Beach?

The distance from Milton, Georgia to Panama City Beach is 287.1 miles (462.1 km) as the crow flies. Panama City Beach is located SSW of Milton, Georgia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 358.9 miles, taking about 7h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States — Milton, Georgia in Georgia and Panama City Beach in Florida.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Milton, Georgia and Panama City Beach. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Milton, Georgia to Panama City Beach

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 13min $35 - $43 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 40min $29–$54* Budget
Train ~6h 51min $43–$126* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Milton, Georgia & Panama City Beach

Quick Facts

Milton, Georgia
34.13°N, 84.30°W
America/New_York
299m elevation
Panama City Beach
30.18°N, 85.81°W
America/Chicago
5m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 96 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 86.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients