Origin
Myrtle, GA
Late night in Myrtle on Tuesday
Local time
5:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Myrtle, GA to Byron, 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
21m
Distance
17.3 mi
28 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 20m
★
6 AM
0h 22m
8 AM
0h 26m
10 AM
0h 23m
12 PM
0h 23m
3 PM
0h 23m
5 PM
0h 25m
8 PM
0h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Myrtle, GA
Andy Lee
Byron, GA
Michael Hall
Trip Overview
Myrtle, GA to Byron, GA is 17.3 miles and takes about 21 minutes via I 75, US 341, and West Perry Parkway, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a very short hop within Georgia, connecting two points in the Southeast region. Given its brevity, this route is ideal for a quick transfer or as part of a larger trip. You'll find it's mostly highway driving, making for a straightforward and efficient transit between these two locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 11 mi | 11m |
| US 341 | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| West Perry Parkway | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| GA 49 | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 11 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Myrtle, GA and Byron, GA.
1
Start on US 341; GA 7
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
US 341; GA 7
2
Turn left onto US 341; GA 11 Conn
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West Perry Parkway
Use the left lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward I 75:north: Macon
Use the left lane.
4
Merge onto I 75
11 mi
·
11 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 149
Toward GA 49: Byron, Fort Valley
Use the slight right lane.
6
Keep slight left at fork
101 ft
·
5 sec
Toward Byron, Fort Valley
Use the left lane.
7
Turn left onto GA 49; GA 540
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
GA 49; GA 540
8
Continue on GA 49; GA 540
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
GA 49; GA 540
Use the left / straight lanes.
9
Turn right onto Main Street
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Main Street
10
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 2.7 and 16.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
2.7 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
US 341; GA 11 Conn / West Perry Parkway
Turn left onto US 341; GA 11 Conn / West Perry Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
4.6 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the ramp toward I 75:north: Macon
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 75:north: Macon
5
4.9 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
I 75
Merge onto I 75
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
15.9 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Take the exit toward GA 49: Byron, Fort Valley
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 149
Toward GA 49: Byron, Fort Valley
9
16.1 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Byron, Fort Valley
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward Byron, Fort Valley
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.71 one way
$5.41 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $2.96 | $5.92 |
| premium | $4.70 | $3.20 | $6.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.82 | $7.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.2 | 0 | $1.82 | $0.83 |
| Efficient EV | 4.3 | 0 | $1.51 | $0.69 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.9 | 0 | $2.42 | $1.11 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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.
Destination
Byron, GA
Late night in Byron on Tuesday
Local time
5:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°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
7 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
21m 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 drive is predominantly highway, with 96% of the 17.3 miles on major roads. You'll spend most of your time on I 75, including an 11-mile stretch without needing to exit. The transition to surface roads, US 341 and West Perry Parkway, will likely involve navigating a few more exits as you approach Byron. Expect a consistent cruising speed for the majority of this trip.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 11 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and US 341. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.7 miles in near US 341; GA 11 Conn / West Perry Parkway.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 17.3 miles you will encounter 7 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: at 2.7 miles (US 341; GA 11 Conn / West Perry Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.9 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
507 ft
322 ft
Total Climb
249 ft
Total Descent
174 ft
Highest Point
507 ft
~17.3 mi in
Elevation Range
185 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Myrtle, GA to Byron, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Valley along the way.
Fort Valley
15.9 mi in
|
~18m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 21m. Total distance: 17.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 11 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 Byron, GA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 2.7 miles (US 341; GA 11 Conn / West Perry Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.9 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Byron, 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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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