Traveling from Newnan to Macon covers 89.6 miles of Georgia scenery, typically taking about 1 hour and 58 minutes behind the wheel. Because this route avoids major highways entirely, it functions best as a focused, one-day excursion rather than a multi-day journey. You should budget approximately $14 for fuel to complete the trip comfortably. Navigating through the Southeast, you will find this path is ideal if you prefer local roads over high-speed transit. It is a straightforward drive that provides a consistent pace for those looking to avoid interstate traffic.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
44.8 miles from Newnan, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 6m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
37.4 mi
40m
GA 16
19.7 mi
27m
Newnan Road
13.5 mi
20m
Arthur K. Bolton Parkway
9.2 mi
11m
Riverside Drive
3.1 mi
5m
Greenville Street
1.7 mi
3m
South US 29
1.5 mi
2m
Memorial Drive
1 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 37.4 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newnan, GA and Macon, GA.
1
Start on US 29; GA 14
0.4 mi·1 min·Jackson Street
2
Continue on US 29; US 27 Alternate; GA 14; GA 16
0.2 mi·28 sec·LaGrange Street
3
Turn left onto US 29; US 27 Alternate; GA 14; GA 16
317 ft·10 sec·Salbide Avenue
4
Turn right onto US 29; US 27 Alternate; GA 14; GA 16
1.7 mi·3 min·Greenville Street
5
Continue on US 29; US 27 Alternate; GA 14; GA 16
1.5 mi·2 min·South US 29
6
Turn left onto GA 16
5.9 mi·8 min·GA 16
7
Continue on GA 16
2.7 mi·3 min·GA 16
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Enter roundabout onto GA 16
38 ft·1 sec·GA 16
9
Continue on GA 16
3.8 mi·5 min·GA 16
10
Enter roundabout onto GA 16
97 ft·1 sec·GA 16
11
Continue on GA 16
1.2 mi·1 min·GA 16
Use the left lane.
12
Continue on GA 16
6.0 mi·8 min·GA 16
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Enter roundabout onto GA 16
134 ft·4 sec·Newnan Road
14
Continue on GA 16
13 mi·20 min·Newnan Road
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on GA 16
0.5 mi·1 min·East Taylor Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Continue on GA 16
1.0 mi·1 min·Memorial Drive
17
Continue on GA 16
2.2 mi·3 min·Arthur K. Bolton Parkway
Use the straight lane.
18
Keep slight right at fork onto GA 16
6.9 mi·8 min·Arthur K. Bolton Parkway
Use the straight lane.
19
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 75 South: MaconUse the right lane.
20
Merge onto I 75
27 mi·28 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
11 mi·11 min·I 75
Toward Macon, SavannahUse the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Take the exit
0.4 mi·55 sec
Exit 167Toward US 23, GA 87: Riverside DriveUse the slight right lane.
23
Turn left onto US 23; GA 87
3.1 mi·5 min·Riverside Drive
Use the straight lane.
24
Turn right onto GA 19; Ga 49
0.2 mi·30 sec·Spring Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
25
Continue on Spring Street
142 ft·4 sec·Spring Street
Use the left lane.
26
Turn left onto Mulberry Street
0.1 mi·23 sec·Mulberry Street
27
Continue on Mulberry Street
0.1 mi·27 sec·Mulberry Street
28
Arrive at destination
Mulberry Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a sub-two-hour trip, you have plenty of flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule best. With no mandatory stops required by the route profile, you can easily complete the entire 1 hour and 58 minutes in one go. Keep in mind that because you are sticking to local roads, travel times can be sensitive to local traffic patterns, so plan accordingly if you are on a tight timeline. Before you head out from Newnan, ensure your fuel levels are set to account for the $14 estimated cost. Given the turn-heavy nature of the route, double-check your GPS navigation settings to stay on LaGrange Street, Salbide Avenue, and Greenville Street.
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 44.8 miles from Newnan, GA, or about 1h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 37.4 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 20 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.8 miles or 1h 6m 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 40m
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 Newnan, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Newnan, GA
This is one driving day of about 89.6 miles and 1h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Newnan, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 37.4 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
5 of 17
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.6 and 89.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.6 mi into trip|~1m in|US 29; US 27 Alternate; GA 14; GA 16 / Salbide Avenue
Turn left onto US 29; US 27 Alternate; GA 14; GA 16 / Salbide Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
40.7 mi into trip|~1h 1m in|GA 16 / Arthur K. Bolton Parkway
Keep slight right at fork onto GA 16 / Arthur K. Bolton Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
75.1 mi into trip|~1h 39m in|I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward Macon, Savannah
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Macon, Savannah
8
85.6 mi into trip|~1h 50m in
Take the exit toward US 23, GA 87: Riverside Drive
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 167
Toward US 23, GA 87: Riverside Drive
6
89.2 mi into trip|~1h 57m in|GA 19; Ga 49 / Spring Street
Turn right onto GA 19; Ga 49 / Spring Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.01 one way
$28.02 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg31 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$15.32
$30.64
premium
$4.70
$16.58
$33.17
diesel
$5.61
$19.78
$39.57
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
26.9
0
$9.41
$4.30
Efficient EV
22.4
0
$7.84
$3.58
EV Truck/SUV
35.8
0
$12.54
$5.73
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 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
Newnan, GA
Late night
in Newnan on Sunday
Local time
12:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Macon, GA
Late night
in Macon on Sunday
Local time
12:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
24 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 58m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged throughout the 89.6-mile distance. You will spend 0% of your time on highways, relying instead on surface roads like LaGrange Street, Salbide Avenue, and Greenville Street. Because this route lacks long, uninterrupted stretches, you will be navigating constant changes in direction rather than settling into a monotonous interstate cruise. The road’s personality is defined by its local character, requiring your full attention as you transition between these specific thoroughfares. It is a tactile, hands-on driving experience from start to finish.
76% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 37.4 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and GA 16. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near US 29; US 27 Alternate; GA 14; GA 16 / Salbide Avenue.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 89.6 miles you will encounter 17 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 0.6 miles (US 29; US 27 Alternate; GA 14; GA 16 / Salbide Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 40.7 miles (GA 16 / Arthur K. Bolton Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 75.1 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
980 ft361 ft
Total Climb
295 ft
Total Descent
905 ft
Highest Point
980 ft
Elevation Range
619 ft
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 Newnan, GA to Macon, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Savannah along the way.
Savannah
75.1 mi in|~1h 39m|via I 75
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 58m. Total distance: 89.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 37.4 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.
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 0.6 miles (US 29; US 27 Alternate; GA 14; GA 16 / Salbide Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 40.7 miles (GA 16 / Arthur K. Bolton Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 75.1 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Macon, GA before heading back.
