If you are planning a trip from Springfield to Macon, you are looking at a straightforward 113.9-mile journey across Southeast Georgia. Expect to spend about 2 hours and 15 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. With a fuel budget of approximately $18, it is a cost-effective route that connects two distinct parts of the state. Because the duration is relatively short, you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless your schedule demands extra time in Macon. This highway-focused trip is designed for efficiency, prioritizing speed and direct connections over winding backroads.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
56.9 miles from Springfield, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 9m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
75.3 mi
1h 22m
Larry McDonald Memorial Highway
10.3 mi
11m
Horace E Tate Freeway
7.3 mi
8m
Phillip Landrum Memorial Highway
7.1 mi
7m
Downtown Connector
5 mi
6m
Riverside Drive
3.1 mi
5m
James Wendell George Parkway
2.3 mi
3m
Highway 92
1.6 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 75.3 mi, about 1h 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield, GA and Macon, GA.
1
Start on Caliber Court
414 ft·21 sec·Caliber Court
2
Turn right onto Springfield Drive
0.6 mi·2 min·Springfield Drive
3
Turn right onto GA 92
1.6 mi·2 min·Highway 92
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·51 sec
Toward I 575 South, GA 5 South: Marietta, AtlantaUse the left lane.
5
Merge onto I 575; GA 5
7.1 mi·7 min·Phillip Landrum Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
6
Merge onto I 75; GA 5
10 mi·11 min·Larry McDonald Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on I 75
7.3 mi·8 min·Horace E Tate Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on I 75; I 85
5.0 mi·6 min·Downtown Connector
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on I 75; I 85
2.3 mi·3 min·James Wendell George Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
65 mi·1 hr 11 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
11 mi·11 min·I 75
Toward Macon, SavannahUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi·55 sec
Exit 167Toward US 23, GA 87: Riverside DriveUse the slight right lane.
13
Turn left onto US 23; GA 87
3.1 mi·5 min·Riverside Drive
Use the straight lane.
14
Turn right onto GA 19; Ga 49
0.2 mi·30 sec·Spring Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Continue on Spring Street
142 ft·4 sec·Spring Street
Use the left lane.
16
Turn left onto Mulberry Street
0.1 mi·23 sec·Mulberry Street
17
Continue on Mulberry Street
0.1 mi·27 sec·Mulberry Street
18
Arrive at destination
Mulberry Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable 2-hour and 15-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Aim to hit the road early if you want to avoid potential traffic congestion on the busier stretches of I-75. Because there are no designated stops required by the route plan, you have the freedom to pace your own breaks whenever you feel the need to stretch your legs. Keep that $18 fuel estimate in mind when planning your budget, and ensure your tank is topped off before merging onto the longer highway segments. Taking advantage of the route's direct nature allows you to maximize your time once you arrive at your destination.
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 56.9 miles from Springfield, GA, or about 1h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 75.3 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 25 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 56.9 miles or 1h 9m 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 49m
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 Springfield, 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 Springfield, GA
This is one driving day of about 113.9 miles and 2h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Springfield, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 75.3 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 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 2.3 and 113.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
2.3 mi into trip|~5m in
Take the ramp toward I 575 South, GA 5 South: Marietta, Atlanta
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 575 South, GA 5 South: Marietta, Atlan...
6
34.6 mi into trip|~44m in|I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
99.4 mi into trip|~1h 56m 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
109.9 mi into trip|~2h 7m 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
113.4 mi into trip|~2h 14m 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
$17.81 one way
$35.62 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg40 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$19.48
$38.95
premium
$4.70
$21.08
$42.16
diesel
$5.61
$25.15
$50.30
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
34.2
0
$11.96
$5.47
Efficient EV
28.5
0
$9.97
$4.56
EV Truck/SUV
45.6
0
$15.95
$7.29
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 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 16, 2026
Origin
Springfield, GA
Afternoon
in Springfield on Sunday
Local time
4:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Macon, GA
Afternoon
in Macon on Sunday
Local time
4:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
College Park, GA
57 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
3 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 15m 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?
You will spend about 76% of your time on highways, giving this drive a very consistent, fast-paced personality. The route relies heavily on the Horace E. Tate Freeway, the Larry McDonald Memorial Highway, and a significant 75.3-mile stretch on I-75. That long interstate segment serves as the backbone of your journey, keeping the ride predictable and steady for the majority of your time on the road. Transitioning between these major thoroughfares means you should prepare for a high-speed environment rather than a technical or winding drive. It is a functional, no-nonsense commute that gets you from point A to point B with minimal deviation.
76% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 75.3 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Larry McDonald Memorial Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.3 miles in.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 113.9 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 2.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 34.6 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 99.4 miles (I 75): 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.
On the drive from Springfield, GA to Macon, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Savannah along the way.
Savannah
99.4 mi in|~1h 56m|via I 75
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 15m. Total distance: 113.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 15m 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 75.3 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 34.6 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 99.4 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.
