Origin
Monticello, GA
Late night in Monticello on Tuesday
Local time
4:06 AM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Monticello, GA to Macon, GA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
52m
Distance
37 mi
60 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 49m
★
6 AM
0h 53m
8 AM
1h 2m
10 AM
0h 56m
12 PM
0h 55m
3 PM
0h 56m
5 PM
1h 1m
8 PM
0h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Monticello, GA
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Macon, GA
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to head from Monticello to Macon, you are looking at a straightforward 37.1-mile journey through the heart of Georgia. This trip typically takes about 44 minutes behind the wheel, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day outing. You will navigate primarily via East Greene Street, Hillsboro Street Extension, and Highway 11 South to reach your destination. With a fuel budget of approximately $6, it is a very affordable trek that requires no overnight stops. Since both cities are located within the Southeast region, you will experience a consistent local atmosphere throughout the entire drive.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 11 South | 10.8 mi | 15m |
| Gray Highway | 10.4 mi | 13m |
| Monticello Highway | 7.7 mi | 10m |
| Greene Settlement Road | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| Gray Bypass | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| 2nd Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Hillsboro Street Extension | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Mulberry Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 11 South
— 10.8 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Monticello, GA and Macon, GA.
1
Start on GA 83
118 ft
·
11 sec
·
North Warren Street
2
Turn left onto GA 16; GA 212
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
East Greene Street
3
Turn right onto Hillsboro Street Extension
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Hillsboro Street Extension
4
Continue on GA 11
11 mi
·
15 min
·
State Highway 11 South
5
Continue on GA 11
7.7 mi
·
10 min
·
Monticello Highway
6
Turn right onto Greene Settlement Road
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Greene Settlement Road
7
Turn right onto US 129; GA 11; GA 22
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Gray Bypass
Use the straight lane.
8
Turn right onto US 129; GA 11; GA 22
10 mi
·
13 min
·
Gray Highway
Use the right lane.
9
Turn slight left onto US 129 Alternate; GA 22
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
2nd Street
Use the left lane.
10
Turn right onto Mulberry Street
0.3 mi
·
58 sec
·
Mulberry Street
11
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 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.5 miles from Monticello, 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 75 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 25.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
GA 16; GA 212 / East Greene Street
Turn left onto GA 16; GA 212 / East Greene Street
Navigation decision point
3
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Hillsboro Street Extension
Turn right onto Hillsboro Street Extension
Navigation decision point
3
19.3 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
Greene Settlement Road
Turn right onto Greene Settlement Road
Navigation decision point
5
22.9 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
US 129; GA 11; GA 22 / Gray Bypass
Turn right onto US 129; GA 11; GA 22 / Gray Bypass
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
25.3 mi into trip
|
~36m 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
$5.79 one way
$11.57 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $6.33 | $12.65 |
| premium | $4.70 | $6.85 | $13.70 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.17 | $16.34 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.1 | 0 | $3.89 | $1.78 |
| Efficient EV | 9.3 | 0 | $3.24 | $1.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.18 | $2.37 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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 Tuesday
Local time
4:06 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
83°F
Gray, GA
19 mi in
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
52m 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 turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate experience on this route. Because the highway share is 0%, you will be navigating local roads for the duration of the trip. The longest stretch you will encounter is 0 miles on East Greene Street, meaning you should be prepared for frequent turns and a slower, more deliberate pace. This is not a route for cruising at high speeds, but rather a practical drive that demands your full attention as you transition between these two Georgia communities.
Only 29% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 10.8 mi on State Highway 11 South.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near GA 16; GA 212 / East Greene Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 52m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (GA 16; GA 212 / East Greene Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Hillsboro Street Extension): Navigation decision point; at 19.3 miles (Greene Settlement Road): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 52m. Total distance: 37 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (29%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 10.8 miles on State Highway 11 South. 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 (GA 16; GA 212 / East Greene Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Hillsboro Street Extension): Navigation decision point; at 19.3 miles (Greene Settlement Road): Navigation decision point.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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