Origin
Barnesville, GA
Late night in Barnesville on Sunday
Local time
12:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Barnesville, GA to Macon, GA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
50m
Distance
37 mi
60 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 46m
★
6 AM
0h 50m
8 AM
0h 58m
10 AM
0h 53m
12 PM
0h 52m
3 PM
0h 53m
5 PM
0h 58m
8 PM
0h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Barnesville, GA
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Macon, GA
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick trip through the Southeast from Barnesville to Macon, you can expect a straightforward 37-mile journey. This drive typically takes about 50 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via I-75, US 41, and Riverside Drive to reach your destination. With a fuel budget of just $6, this is an incredibly economical route to traverse between these two Georgia locations. The trip is designed for efficiency, so you can easily complete the entire trek without any planned stops. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a short excursion, the ease of this route makes it a simple addition to your travel plans.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 18.4 mi | 19m |
| US 41 | 11.5 mi | 16m |
| Riverside Drive | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| Forsyth Street | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Tift College Drive | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| West Johnston Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Spring Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Mulberry Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 18.4 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Barnesville, GA and Macon, GA.
1
Start on Forsyth Street
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Forsyth Street
2
Continue on US 41; GA 18
11 mi
·
16 min
·
US 41; GA 18
3
Turn left onto Indian Springs Drive
283 ft
·
10 sec
·
Indian Springs Drive
4
Turn right onto West Johnston Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Johnston Street
5
Continue on Tift College Drive
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Tift College Drive
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Use the slight right lane.
7
Merge onto I 75
7.9 mi
·
8 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
11 mi
·
11 min
·
I 75
Toward Macon, Savannah
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Exit 167
Toward US 23, GA 87: Riverside Drive
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn left onto US 23; GA 87
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Riverside Drive
Use the straight lane.
11
Turn right onto GA 19; Ga 49
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Spring Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Continue on Spring Street
142 ft
·
4 sec
·
Spring Street
Use the left lane.
13
Turn left onto Mulberry Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Mulberry Street
14
Continue on Mulberry Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Mulberry Street
15
Arrive at destination
Mulberry Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.5 miles from Barnesville, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 14.6 and 36.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
14.6 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
I 75
Merge onto I 75
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
22.5 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward Macon, Savannah
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Macon, Savannah
8
33 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Take the exit toward US 23, GA 87: Riverside Drive
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 167
Toward US 23, GA 87: Riverside Drive
5
33.4 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
US 23; GA 87 / Riverside Drive
Turn left onto US 23; GA 87 / Riverside Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
36.5 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
GA 19; Ga 49 / Spring Street
Turn right onto GA 19; Ga 49 / Spring Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.79 one way
$11.57 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $6.33 | $12.65 |
| premium | $4.70 | $6.85 | $13.70 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.17 | $16.34 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.1 | 0 | $3.89 | $1.78 |
| Efficient EV | 9.3 | 0 | $3.24 | $1.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.18 | $2.37 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Macon, GA
Late night in Macon on Sunday
Local time
12:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
89°F
Sunny
SW 5 to 10 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
39 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
50m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused drive, as 81% of your time behind the wheel will be spent on major thoroughfares. You will experience a significant, uninterrupted 18.4-mile stretch on I-75, which allows for consistent speeds and steady progress. The character of the road shifts from regional highway driving to the transition onto Riverside Drive as you approach the Macon area. Because the route is dominated by interstates, the drive is functional and direct rather than technical or winding. You will find that the lack of required stops keeps the momentum high throughout the 50-minute duration.
81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.4 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and US 41. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 14.6 miles in near I 75.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 37 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 50m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 14.6 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 22.5 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 33 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Barnesville, GA to Macon, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Savannah along the way.
Savannah
22.5 mi in
|
~31m
|
via I 75
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 50m. Total distance: 37 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 18.4 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Macon, GA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 14.6 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 22.5 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 33 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Macon, GA before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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