Origin
Madison, GA
Late night in Madison on Sunday
Local time
1:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Madison, 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 28m
Distance
63.4 mi
102 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 22m
★
6 AM
1h 29m
8 AM
1h 42m
10 AM
1h 33m
12 PM
1h 32m
3 PM
1h 34m
5 PM
1h 42m
8 PM
1h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Madison, GA
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Macon, GA
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Trip Overview
Madison, GA to Macon, GA is 63.4 miles and takes about 1 hour 28 minutes via US 129 and Gray Highway, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Georgia, traversing the Southeast region. It offers a mixed driving experience, suitable for a single-day trip. You'll find this route to be a straightforward connection between two points, with a moderate amount of highway driving.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 129 | 21.4 mi | 29m |
| Gray Road Southwest | 21.2 mi | 29m |
| Gray Highway | 10.5 mi | 13m |
| Gray Bypass | 5.1 mi | 6m |
| Eatonton Road | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| 2nd Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| North Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Mulberry Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 129
— 21.4 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Madison, GA and Macon, GA.
1
Start on US 129; US 278; US 441; GA 12; GA 24
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
2
Keep slight left at fork onto US 129; US 278; US 441; GA 12; GA 24; GA 83
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Eatonton Road
3
Continue on US 129; US 441; GA 24
21 mi
·
29 min
·
US 129; US 441; GA 24
4
Take the exit onto US 129
247 ft
·
7 sec
·
US 129
Toward US 129 South, GA 44 South: Gray, Macon
Use the right lane.
5
Merge onto US 129; GA 44
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
Gray Highway
6
Continue on US 129; GA 44
21 mi
·
29 min
·
Gray Road Southwest
7
Enter roundabout onto US 129; GA 22
50 ft
·
0 sec
·
Gray Bypass
8
Continue on US 129; GA 22
5.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Gray Bypass
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Turn right onto US 129; GA 11; GA 22
10 mi
·
13 min
·
Gray Highway
Use the right lane.
10
Turn slight left onto US 129 Alternate; GA 22
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
2nd Street
Use the left lane.
11
Turn right onto Mulberry Street
0.3 mi
·
58 sec
·
Mulberry Street
12
Arrive at destination
Mulberry Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.7 miles from Madison, 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 0.8 and 51.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.8 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 129; US 278; US 441; GA 12; GA 24; GA 83 / Eatonton Road
Keep slight left at fork onto US 129; US 278; US 441; GA 12; GA 24; GA 83 / Eatonton Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
7
25.1 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
US 129
Take the exit onto US 129 toward US 129 South, GA 44 South: Gray, Macon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward US 129 South, GA 44 South: Gray, Macon
4
25.2 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
US 129; GA 44 / Gray Highway
Merge onto US 129; GA 44 / Gray Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining
4
46.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
|
US 129; GA 22 / Gray Bypass
Enter roundabout onto US 129; GA 22 / Gray Bypass
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
51.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
|
US 129; GA 11; GA 22 / Gray Highway
Turn right onto US 129; GA 11; GA 22 / Gray Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.91 one way
$19.83 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $10.84 | $21.68 |
| premium | $4.70 | $11.73 | $23.47 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.00 | $28.00 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19 | 0 | $6.66 | $3.04 |
| Efficient EV | 15.9 | 0 | $5.55 | $2.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.4 | 0 | $8.88 | $4.06 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
1 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 28m 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?
This trip presents a mixed drive, with 34% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter stretches on US 129, which makes up the longest uninterrupted segment at 21.4 miles. The route also includes sections on Gray Road Southwest and Gray Highway, suggesting a blend of higher-speed roads and potentially more local or two-lane segments as you get closer to your destination. Expect the road conditions to vary throughout the drive.
34% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 21.4 mi on US 129.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near US 129; US 278; US 441; GA 12; GA 24; GA 83 / Eatonton Road.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 28m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (US 129; US 278; US 441; GA 12; GA 24; GA 83 / Eatonton Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 25.1 miles (US 129): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25.2 miles (US 129; GA 44 / Gray Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining.
About the Cities
Starting in Madison, GA
Full guide →Madison, the capital of Wisconsin, is situated on an isthmus between Lake Mendota and Lake Monona. As the anchor of the Greater Madison Area, it is home to the University of Wisconsin — Madison, one of the premier universities in the United States. It is a vibrant city known for its natural beauty, vibrant cultural scene, and academic excellence. Visitors can enjoy a variety of activities such as hiking, biking, and exploring the city's many museums and art galleries. The city is also known for its diverse and delicious food options.
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 1h 28m. Total distance: 63.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (34%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 21.4 miles on US 129. 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: at 0.8 miles (US 129; US 278; US 441; GA 12; GA 24; GA 83 / Eatonton Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 25.1 miles (US 129): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25.2 miles (US 129; GA 44 / Gray Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining.
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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