Morgan, GA to Macon, GA is 137.6 miles and takes about 2h 52m via I 75 and GA 300, with a fuel budget near $22 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Georgia, moving from the Southeast region to another part of the Southeast. It's a straightforward trip focused on efficient travel, making it a solid choice for a single-day journey. Plan for about 64% of your travel to be on highways, so expect a relatively quick transit between your starting and ending points.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
68.8 miles from Morgan, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 35m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
57.1 mi
1h 1m
GA 300
21.9 mi
27m
Leary Road
17.3 mi
24m
Cordele Road
13.8 mi
17m
Fall Line Freeway
7.2 mi
8m
East Main Street
6.7 mi
9m
Newton Road
3.9 mi
5m
West Oakridge Drive
3 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 57.1 mi, about 1h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Morgan, GA and Macon, GA.
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Start on School Street Northeast
187 ft·8 sec·School Street Northeast
2
Turn left onto GA 37
6.7 mi·9 min·East Main Street
3
Continue on GA 37; GA 62
0.1 mi·9 sec·Newton Road
4
Keep slight left at fork onto GA 37; GA 62
0.8 mi·1 min·Albany Highway
5
Continue on GA 62
17 mi·24 min·Leary Road
6
Turn left onto GA 62; GA 91
3.8 mi·5 min·Newton Road
Use the straight lane.
7
Turn right onto GA 234
3.0 mi·5 min·West Oakridge Drive
Use the right lane.
8
Continue on GA 234
0.8 mi·1 min·Moultrie Road
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi·40 sec
Toward US 19 North, GA 133 North, GA 300 North: Albany, Atlanta
10
Merge onto US 19; GA 3; GA 300
1.6 mi·2 min·Liberty Expressway
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi·33 sec
Exit 2AToward US 82 East, GA 520: Sylvester, Tifton
12
Turn straight onto US 82 Business; GA 520 Business
0.9 mi·1 min·East Oglethorpe Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on US 82 Business; GA 520 Business
0.2 mi·28 sec·Sylvester Highway
Use the straight lane.
14
Turn left onto Cordele Road
14 mi·17 min·Cordele Road
Use the left lane.
15
Continue on GA 300
22 mi·27 min·GA 300
Use the straight lane.
16
Turn left
0.3 mi·42 sec
Toward I-75 North: MaconUse the left lane.
17
Merge onto I 75
57 mi·1 hr 1 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight right at fork onto I 75; GA 540
7.2 mi·8 min·Fall Line Freeway
Toward I 75 North: Macon, SavannahUse the straight lane.
19
Take the exit
0.1 mi·15 sec
Toward US 41 Business, GA 19: DowntownUse the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Keep slight right at fork
347 ft·8 sec
Toward US 41 Business South: Downtown, Mercer UniversityUse the slight right lane.
21
Turn straight onto US 41 Business; GA 19
0.4 mi·1 min·Forsyth Street
22
Turn left onto US 41 Business; GA 19
0.3 mi·56 sec·College Street
23
Turn right onto US 41 Business; GA 19
0.3 mi·49 sec·Georgia Avenue
24
Continue on Mulberry Street
0.1 mi·23 sec·Mulberry Street
25
Continue on Mulberry Street
0.1 mi·27 sec·Mulberry Street
26
Arrive at destination
Mulberry Street
Trip Plan
Given the 2h 52m duration, this is a comfortable same-day trip. Leaving Morgan, GA in the morning will give you ample time to reach Macon, GA well before evening. With only one main stop suggested, you can be flexible with timing, but ensure you have enough fuel before embarking on the 57.1-mile stretch on I 75. Check your gas gauge before heading out of Morgan, as refueling options might be more spread out on certain segments.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 68.8 miles from Morgan, GA, or about 1h 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 57.1 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 30 miles or 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 68.8 miles or 1h 35m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 23m
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 Morgan, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Morgan, GA
This is one driving day of about 137.6 miles and 2h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Morgan, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 57.1 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
5 of 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 25 and 136.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
25 mi into trip|~36m in|GA 62; GA 91 / Newton Road
Turn left onto GA 62; GA 91 / Newton Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
34.4 mi into trip|~51m in
Take the exit toward US 82 East, GA 520: Sylvester, Tifton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 2A
Toward US 82 East, GA 520: Sylvester, Tifton
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128.9 mi into trip|~2h 40m in|I 75; GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 75; GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway toward I 75 North: Macon, Savannah
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 75 North: Macon, Savannah
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136.1 mi into trip|~2h 48m in
Take the exit toward US 41 Business, GA 19: Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 41 Business, GA 19: Downtown
9
136.3 mi into trip|~2h 48m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 41 Business South: Downtown, Mercer University
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 41 Business South: Downtown, Mercer U...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.52 one way
$43.04 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg48 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$23.53
$47.05
premium
$4.70
$25.47
$50.93
diesel
$5.61
$30.38
$60.76
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
41.3
0
$14.45
$6.60
Efficient EV
34.4
0
$12.04
$5.50
EV Truck/SUV
55
0
$19.26
$8.81
Gas CO2
48 kg
EV CO2
16 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Morgan, GA
Late night
in Morgan on Sunday
Local time
1:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°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
Leesburg, GA
69 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
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
2h 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.
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...
2 mi from route
~4 min detour
Free
near mile 137.6
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?
This route leans heavily into highway driving, with 64% of your journey on faster roads like I 75. You'll experience a 57.1-mile stretch on I 75, offering a significant period of consistent speed. While much of the drive is highway-focused, expect some transitions onto local roads like Leary Road, which will naturally slow your pace. The overall feel is one of efficient transit rather than winding scenic exploration.
64% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 57.1 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and GA 300. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 25 miles in near GA 62; GA 91 / Newton Road.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 137.6 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 25 miles (GA 62; GA 91 / Newton Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 34.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 128.9 miles (I 75; GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway): 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.
Between Morgan, GA and Macon, GA, road signs point toward Atlanta, Tifton and Savannah.
Atlanta
32.5 mi in|~48m
Tifton
34.4 mi in|~51m
Savannah
128.9 mi in|~2h 40m|via I 75; GA 540
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 52m. Total distance: 137.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (64%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 57.1 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.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 25 miles (GA 62; GA 91 / Newton Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 34.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 128.9 miles (I 75; GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway): 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.
