This 155-mile drive from Cedartown, Georgia, to Macon, Georgia, will take you about 2 hours and 29 minutes to complete. It's a straightforward trip entirely within the Southeast region, making it an ideal one-day excursion. You'll navigate local roads for the entire journey, with no highway driving involved. Budget approximately $25 for fuel. This route offers a direct connection, perfect for a day trip without the need for an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
71.2 miles from Cedartown, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 35m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
75.3 mi
1h 22m
Tom Murphy Freeway
12.2 mi
14m
Rockmart Highway
10.8 mi
13m
Nathan Dean Parkway
10.1 mi
12m
C H James Parkway
7.4 mi
10m
Jimmy Campbell Parkway
5.9 mi
8m
Thornton Road
3.5 mi
5m
Jimmy Lee Smith Parkway
3.4 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 75.3 mi, about 1h 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cedartown, GA and Macon, GA.
1
Start on West Avenue
238 ft·7 sec·West Avenue
2
Turn right onto South College Street
0.2 mi·25 sec·South College Street
3
Turn right onto East Avenue
1.2 mi·2 min·East Avenue
4
Continue on Rockmart Highway
6.5 mi·8 min·Rockmart Highway
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on US 278; GA 6
2.8 mi·3 min·Cedartown Highway
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on US 278; GA 6
10 mi·12 min·Nathan Dean Parkway
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on US 278; GA 6
4.4 mi·5 min·Rockmart Highway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
8
Continue on US 278; GA 6
5.9 mi·8 min·Jimmy Campbell Parkway
Use the left / straight lanes.
9
Continue on US 278; GA 6; GA 120
3.4 mi·5 min·Jimmy Lee Smith Parkway
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on US 278; GA 6
1.0 mi·1 min·Wendy Bagwell Parkway
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on US 278; GA 6
7.4 mi·10 min·C H James Parkway
Use the left / straight lanes.
12
Continue on US 278; GA 6
3.5 mi·5 min·Thornton Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 20 East: AtlantaUse the right lane.
14
Merge onto I 20
12 mi·14 min·Tom Murphy Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi·21 sec
Exit 57Toward I 75 North, I 85 North, I 75 South, I 85 South: Chattanooga, Greenville, Macon, MontgomeryUse the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 75 South, I 85 South: Macon, MontgomeryUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
17
Merge onto I 75; I 85
1.0 mi·1 min·Downtown Connector
18
Continue on I 75; I 85
2.3 mi·3 min·James Wendell George Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
65 mi·1 hr 11 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
11 mi·11 min·I 75
Toward Macon, SavannahUse the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Take the exit
0.4 mi·55 sec
Exit 167Toward US 23, GA 87: Riverside DriveUse the slight right lane.
22
Turn left onto US 23; GA 87
3.1 mi·5 min·Riverside Drive
Use the straight lane.
23
Turn right onto GA 19; Ga 49
0.2 mi·30 sec·Spring Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
24
Continue on Spring Street
142 ft·4 sec·Spring Street
Use the left lane.
25
Turn left onto Mulberry Street
0.1 mi·23 sec·Mulberry Street
26
Continue on Mulberry Street
0.1 mi·27 sec·Mulberry Street
27
Arrive at destination
Mulberry Street
Trip Plan
Given the 2 hours and 29-minute duration and 155-mile distance, this route is easily manageable as a single-day trip. Consider departing in the morning to allow ample time for any unexpected delays or spontaneous stops along the way. Since there are no designated 'longest stretches' and it's a turn-heavy local drive, staying alert and mindful of navigation is key. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially since the estimated cost is around $25, and plan for refueling before you leave Cedartown or as you approach Macon.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 71.2 miles from Cedartown, GA, or about 1h 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 75.3 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 31 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 71.2 miles or 1h 35m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Macon, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Cedartown, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Cedartown, GA
This is one driving day of about 142.4 miles and 2h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 miles from Cedartown, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 75.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 46.4 and 138.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
46.4 mi into trip|~1h 4m in
Take the exit toward I 20 East: Atlanta
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 20 East: Atlanta
8
59.1 mi into trip|~1h 20m in
Take the exit toward I 75 North, I 85 North, I 75 South, I 85 South: Chattanooga, Greenville, Macon, Montgomery
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 57
Toward I 75 North, I 85 North, I 75 South, I 85...
8
59.2 mi into trip|~1h 20m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 75 South, I 85 South: Macon, Montgomery
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 75 South, I 85 South: Macon, Montgomer...
8
127.9 mi into trip|~2h 38m 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
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138.4 mi into trip|~2h 49m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.27 one way
$44.54 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg50 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$24.35
$48.70
premium
$4.70
$26.36
$52.71
diesel
$5.61
$31.44
$62.88
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 49.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
42.7
0
$14.95
$6.84
Efficient EV
35.6
0
$12.46
$5.70
EV Truck/SUV
57
0
$19.94
$9.11
Gas CO2
50 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (66% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Cedartown, GA
Night
in Cedartown on Saturday
Local time
10:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Macon, GA
Night
in Macon on Saturday
Local time
10:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
53°F
Douglasville, GA
71 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
4 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
2h 57m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this entire 155-mile journey. With a 0% highway share, you'll be navigating through communities and along roads like South College Street and East Avenue. The absence of long highway stretches means you'll be constantly engaging with the road, making for a more dynamic driving experience. This type of route is best suited for drivers who prefer a more interactive and less monotonous trip.
83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 75.3 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Tom Murphy Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 46.4 miles in.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 142.4 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 46.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 59.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 59.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
Between Cedartown, GA and Macon, GA, road signs point toward Greenville, Montgomery and Savannah.
Greenville
59.1 mi in|~1h 20m
Montgomery
59.1 mi in|~1h 20m
Savannah
127.9 mi in|~2h 38m|via I 75
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 57m. Total distance: 142.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 75.3 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.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 46.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 59.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 59.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Macon, GA before heading back.
