Origin
Jackson, GA
Late night in Jackson on Sunday
Local time
3:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Jackson, 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
55m
Distance
38.9 mi
63 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 5m
10 AM
0h 59m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
1h 0m
5 PM
1h 5m
8 PM
0h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jackson, GA
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Macon, GA
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 38.9-mile drive from Jackson, GA to Macon, GA can be completed in about 55 minutes, making it an ideal day trip. With a fuel cost estimated at $6, it's an economical option for a short journey within Georgia. The route is primarily highway-focused, with about 75% of the drive utilizing major roads like US 23 and I-75. Given its brevity, no overnight stop is necessary, offering flexibility for your schedule. You'll be traveling within the Southeast region for the entirety of this trip.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 23 | 25.8 mi | 35m |
| Riverside Drive | 4.5 mi | 7m |
| I 75 | 3.2 mi | 3m |
| Macon Road | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Macon Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| East 3rd Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Spring Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Mulberry Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 23
— 25.8 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jackson, GA and Macon, GA.
1
Start on this road
61 ft
·
9 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto US 23; GA 16; GA 36; GA 42
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East 3rd Street
Use the straight lane.
3
Continue on US 23; GA 42
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Macon Avenue
4
Continue on US 23; GA 42
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Macon Road
5
Enter roundabout onto US 23; GA 87
96 ft
·
1 sec
·
US 23; GA 87
6
Continue on US 23; GA 87
20 mi
·
26 min
·
US 23; GA 87
7
Enter roundabout onto US 23; GA 87
125 ft
·
2 sec
·
US 23; GA 87
8
Continue on US 23; GA 87
6.3 mi
·
8 min
·
US 23; GA 87
9
Enter roundabout onto US 23; GA 87
135 ft
·
2 sec
·
Riverside Drive
10
Continue on US 23; GA 87
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Riverside Drive
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I-75 South: Macon
12
Merge onto I 75
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Exit 167
Toward US 23, GA 87: Riverside Drive
Use the slight right lane.
14
Turn left onto US 23; GA 87
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Riverside Drive
Use the straight lane.
15
Turn right onto GA 19; Ga 49
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Spring Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Continue on Spring Street
142 ft
·
4 sec
·
Spring Street
Use the left lane.
17
Turn left onto Mulberry Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Mulberry Street
18
Continue on Mulberry Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Mulberry Street
19
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 38.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.4 miles from Jackson, 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 and 38.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 23; GA 16; GA 36; GA 42 / East 3rd Street
Turn left onto US 23; GA 16; GA 36; GA 42 / East 3rd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
30.1 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
US 23; GA 87 / Riverside Drive
Enter roundabout onto US 23; GA 87 / Riverside Drive
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
31.7 mi into trip
|
~44m in
|
I 75
Merge onto I 75
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
34.9 mi into trip
|
~48m 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
38.4 mi into trip
|
~54m 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
$6.08 one way
$12.17 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $6.65 | $13.30 |
| premium | $4.70 | $7.20 | $14.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.59 | $17.18 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.6 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 | 11.7 | 0 | $4.08 | $1.87 |
| Efficient EV | 9.7 | 0 | $3.40 | $1.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.45 | $2.49 |
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
3:33 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
2 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
55m 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 largely highway-focused experience on this route, with 75% of the drive on major roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 25.8 miles along US 23. While much of the journey will be on faster-paced highways, there will be transitions between US 23 and Riverside Drive as you approach Macon. This drive offers a consistent pace, allowing you to cover ground efficiently without many detours.
75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 25.8 mi on US 23.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 23 and Riverside Drive. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 23; GA 16; GA 36; GA 42 / East 3rd Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 38.9 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: near the start (US 23; GA 16; GA 36; GA 42 / East 3rd Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 30.1 miles (US 23; GA 87 / Riverside Drive): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 31.7 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Jackson, GA
Full guide →Jackson is the seat of Butts County in the Classic Heartland of Georgia.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 55m. Total distance: 38.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 25.8 miles on US 23. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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; GA 16; GA 36; GA 42 / East 3rd Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 30.1 miles (US 23; GA 87 / Riverside Drive): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 31.7 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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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