If you are planning to travel from Metter to Macon, you are looking at a straightforward 104.4-mile journey across Georgia. This drive typically takes about 1 hour and 54 minutes, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day trip. You will spend roughly 97% of your time on highways, keeping the travel experience efficient and consistent. Expect to budget approximately $17 for fuel to complete the trek. Since both cities are located within the Southeast region of the state, you won't encounter major changes in terrain or climate. It is a practical, no-nonsense route that gets you from point A to point B without the need for an overnight stop.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
52.2 miles from Metter, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 57m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
101.4 mi
1h 48m
South Lewis Street
1.6 mi
2m
2nd Street
0.6 mi
1m
Mulberry Street
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
— 101.4 mi, about 1h 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Metter, GA and Macon, GA.
Because this drive is relatively short at under two hours, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time. However, since the route is almost entirely highway-focused, try to avoid peak commuter hours to ensure a smoother transition onto the Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway. You will not need to plan for formal stops given the direct nature of the 104.4-mile path, but it is always wise to ensure your tank is topped off before hitting the road to cover your $17 fuel estimate. Keep in mind that the longest stretch of the drive is 101.4 miles, so confirm your vehicle is ready for a solid hour and a half of consistent highway speeds. Use this efficiency to your advantage by planning your arrival in Macon for a full day of activity.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 52.2 miles from Metter, GA, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 101.4 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 23 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.2 miles or 57m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 33m
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 Metter, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Metter, GA
This is one driving day of about 104.4 miles and 1h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Metter, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway for about 101.4 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
4 of 4
4 decision points cluster between mile 1.6 and 104.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
1.6 mi into trip|~2m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
Exit 104
3
2 mi into trip|~3m in|I 16 / Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
Merge onto I 16 / Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
103.4 mi into trip|~1h 52m 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
3
104.1 mi into trip|~1h 53m in|Mulberry Street
Turn right onto Mulberry Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.33 one way
$32.65 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg37 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$17.85
$35.70
premium
$4.70
$19.32
$38.64
diesel
$5.61
$23.05
$46.10
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
31.3
0
$10.96
$5.01
Efficient EV
26.1
0
$9.14
$4.18
EV Truck/SUV
41.8
0
$14.62
$6.68
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Metter, GA
Late night
in Metter on Sunday
Local time
1:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Macon, GA
Late night
in Macon on Sunday
Local time
1:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
78°F
Dublin, GA
52 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 54m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Welcome to Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park. This park is a prehistoric American Indian site, where many different American Indian cultures occupied this land for thousands of years. American...
1 mi from route
~3 min detour
Free
near mile 100.8
Caution: River Trail periodically closed under I-16
Park Closure: BOARDWALK CLOSED along the River Trail
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a focused, highway-heavy experience as you navigate this 104.4-mile stretch. The vast majority of your time behind the wheel will be spent on the Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway, which accounts for a significant 101.4-mile uninterrupted segment of the trip. Because 97% of the drive is highway-based, the pace remains steady and predictable for the duration of the journey. Once you near your destination, the character of the road shifts as you transition off the main parkway and onto South Lewis Street and 2nd Street to reach your final stop in Macon. You will find this to be a highly efficient drive that prioritizes speed and directness over winding secondary roads.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
7 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 101.4 mi on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway and South Lewis Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in.
Driving Effort1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Metter, GA to Macon, GA is easy. At 1h 54m with 97% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2 miles (I 16 / Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 103.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 54m. Total distance: 104.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 101.4 miles on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway. 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 1.6 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2 miles (I 16 / Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 103.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
