Origin
Cochran, GA
Late night in Cochran on Sunday
Local time
3:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cochran, 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
53m
Distance
41 mi
66 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 49m
★
6 AM
0h 53m
8 AM
1h 2m
10 AM
0h 56m
12 PM
0h 55m
3 PM
0h 57m
5 PM
1h 1m
8 PM
0h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cochran, GA
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Macon, GA
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Cochran to Macon is a straightforward 38.7-mile journey that typically takes about 42 minutes. Because the drive is so short, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You will navigate primarily via Northeast 2nd Street, the Golden Isles Highway, and Highway 87. With a fuel cost estimate of just $6, this is a budget-friendly trip that keeps you within the Southeast region for the duration of your travel. It is a practical route for those moving between these two Georgia communities, offering a direct path without the complexity of long-haul logistics.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway | 21.9 mi | 23m |
| Longstreet Road | 7.4 mi | 10m |
| Golden Isles Highway | 4.2 mi | 6m |
| Longstreet Church Road | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| GA 96 | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Northeast 2nd Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| 2nd Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Mulberry Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
— 21.9 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cochran, GA and Macon, GA.
1
Start on GA 26
104 ft
·
7 sec
·
East Dykes Street
2
Turn right onto US 23 Business; US 129 Alternate; GA 87 Business; GA 112
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Northeast 2nd Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Continue on US 23 Business; US 129 Alternate; GA 87 Business; GA 112
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Golden Isles Highway
4
At end of road, turn left onto US 23; US 129 Alternate; GA 87; GA 112
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
Highway 87 Bypass North
Use the left lane.
5
Turn straight onto US 23; US 129 Alternate; GA 87; GA 112
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Golden Isles Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Turn right onto Longstreet Church Road
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Longstreet Church Road
Use the right lane.
7
Continue on Longstreet Road
7.4 mi
·
10 min
·
Longstreet Road
8
At end of road, turn left onto GA 358
411 ft
·
8 sec
·
GA 358
9
Turn right onto GA 96
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
GA 96
Use the right lane.
10
Continue on GA 96
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
GA 96
Toward Jeffersonville
11
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 16:west: Macon
Use the left lane.
12
Merge onto I 16
22 mi
·
23 min
·
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
Toward Macon
13
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Exit 1B
Toward GA 22: Second Street, Macon
14
Turn right onto GA 22
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
2nd Street
15
Turn right onto Mulberry Street
0.3 mi
·
58 sec
·
Mulberry Street
16
Arrive at destination
Mulberry Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.5 miles from Cochran, 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 0 and 40 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 23 Business; US 129 Alternate; GA 87 Business; GA 112 / Northeast 2nd Street
Turn right onto US 23 Business; US 129 Alternate; GA 87 Business; GA 112 / Northeast 2nd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
2.4 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
US 23; US 129 Alternate; GA 87; GA 112 / Highway 87 Bypass North
At end of road, turn left onto US 23; US 129 Alternate; GA 87; GA 112 / Highway 87 Bypass North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
5.6 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
Longstreet Church Road
Turn right onto Longstreet Church Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
17.8 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Turn left toward I 16:west: Macon
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 16:west: Macon
6
40 mi into trip
|
~50m in
Take the exit toward GA 22: Second Street, Macon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 1B
Toward GA 22: Second Street, Macon
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.41 one way
$12.82 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $7.01 | $14.02 |
| premium | $4.70 | $7.59 | $15.18 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.05 | $18.10 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.3 | 0 | $4.31 | $1.97 |
| Efficient EV | 10.3 | 0 | $3.59 | $1.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.4 | 0 | $5.74 | $2.62 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
3:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
92°F
Sunny
0 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 17 at 1:44AM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 17 at 1:32AM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
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
11 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
53m 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 turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. Since the highway share is 0%, you will be navigating local roads for the entire 38.7 miles, which keeps the experience engaging. You will not find any long, uninterrupted stretches here, as the route is defined by constant navigation through local corridors. The road demands your full attention as you transition between Northeast 2nd Street, the Golden Isles Highway, and Highway 87. It is a hands-on driving experience that requires you to stay alert through every turn.
60% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 21.9 mi on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 23 Business; US 129 Alternate; GA 87 Business; GA 112 / Northeast 2nd Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 41 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 23 Business; US 129 Alternate; GA 87 Business; GA 112 / Northeast 2nd Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.4 miles (US 23; US 129 Alternate; GA 87; GA 112 / Highway 87 Bypass North): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.6 miles (Longstreet Church Road): Lane positioning matters here.
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 Cochran, GA to Macon, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Jeffersonville along the way.
Jeffersonville
17.5 mi in
|
~26m
|
via GA 96
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 53m. Total distance: 41 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (60%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 21.9 miles on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway. 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: near the start (US 23 Business; US 129 Alternate; GA 87 Business; GA 112 / Northeast 2nd Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.4 miles (US 23; US 129 Alternate; GA 87; GA 112 / Highway 87 Bypass North): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.6 miles (Longstreet Church Road): Lane positioning matters here.
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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