Origin
Griffin, GA
Late night in Griffin on Sunday
Local time
1:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Griffin, 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
1h 3m
Distance
52.8 mi
85 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 59m
★
6 AM
1h 4m
8 AM
1h 14m
10 AM
1h 8m
12 PM
1h 7m
3 PM
1h 8m
5 PM
1h 14m
8 PM
1h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Griffin, GA
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Macon, GA
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Trip Overview
Connecting Griffin to Macon, this 52.8-mile trip is a straightforward journey through the heart of Southeast Georgia. You can expect to spend about 1 hour and 3 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion rather than an overnight commitment. With an estimated fuel cost of just $8, it is a highly economical route that won't strain your travel budget. The path primarily utilizes Arthur K. Bolton Parkway, I-75, and Riverside Drive to bridge these two cities. Whether you are heading south for business or leisure, the drive is designed for efficiency and simplicity.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 37.4 mi | 40m |
| Arthur K. Bolton Parkway | 9.2 mi | 11m |
| Riverside Drive | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| Memorial Drive | 1 mi | 1m |
| East Taylor Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Spring Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Mulberry Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Poplar Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 37.4 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Griffin, GA and Macon, GA.
1
Start on US 19 Business; US 41 Business; GA 155
381 ft
·
13 sec
·
State Street
2
Turn left onto East Poplar Street
505 ft
·
27 sec
·
East Poplar Street
3
Turn left onto South 6th Street
493 ft
·
25 sec
·
South 6th Street
4
Turn right onto GA 16
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
East Taylor Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on GA 16
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Memorial Drive
6
Continue on GA 16
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Arthur K. Bolton Parkway
Use the straight lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto GA 16
6.9 mi
·
8 min
·
Arthur K. Bolton Parkway
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 75 South: Macon
Use the right lane.
9
Merge onto I 75
27 mi
·
28 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
11 mi
·
11 min
·
I 75
Toward Macon, Savannah
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Exit 167
Toward US 23, GA 87: Riverside Drive
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn left onto US 23; GA 87
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Riverside Drive
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn right onto GA 19; Ga 49
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Spring Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Continue on Spring Street
142 ft
·
4 sec
·
Spring Street
Use the left lane.
15
Turn left onto Mulberry Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Mulberry Street
16
Continue on Mulberry Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Mulberry Street
17
Arrive at destination
Mulberry Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.4 miles from Griffin, 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 52.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
GA 16 / East Taylor Street
Turn right onto GA 16 / East Taylor Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
3.9 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
GA 16 / Arthur K. Bolton Parkway
Keep slight right at fork onto GA 16 / Arthur K. Bolton Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
38.3 mi into trip
|
~45m 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
48.8 mi into trip
|
~56m 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
6
52.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m 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
$8.26 one way
$16.51 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $9.03 | $18.06 |
| premium | $4.70 | $9.77 | $19.54 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.66 | $23.32 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.54 | $2.53 |
| Efficient EV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.62 | $2.11 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.1 | 0 | $7.39 | $3.38 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (67% 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
1:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
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
23 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 3m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 88% of this route consists of high-speed travel. You will spend the bulk of your time on I-75, which features a long, uninterrupted stretch of 37.4 miles. This segment provides a consistent pace, allowing you to settle in while transitioning between the local parkway and urban Riverside Drive. The drive feels functional and direct, lacking the technical curves of backroads in favor of steady, predictable interstate miles. It is the kind of drive where you can make quick progress, keeping your focus on the road ahead as you transition between regions.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 37.4 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Arthur K. Bolton Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near GA 16 / East Taylor Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 52.8 miles you will encounter 12 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: at 0.3 miles (GA 16 / East Taylor Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.9 miles (GA 16 / Arthur K. Bolton Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 38.3 miles (I 75): 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.
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 Griffin, GA to Macon, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Savannah along the way.
Savannah
38.3 mi in
|
~45m
|
via I 75
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 3m. Total distance: 52.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 37.4 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 0.3 miles (GA 16 / East Taylor Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.9 miles (GA 16 / Arthur K. Bolton Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 38.3 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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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