Bloomingdale, GA to Macon, GA is 154.3 miles and takes about 2h 49m via Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway, with a fuel budget near $24 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route stays within the Southeast region, traversing Georgia for its entirety. Given its relatively short duration and highway-focused nature, it's a straightforward trip designed for efficient travel. Plan for a comfortable drive that allows you to reach your destination without feeling rushed. This journey is best suited for those prioritizing speed and directness between these two Georgia cities.
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
77.2 miles from Bloomingdale, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 25m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 49m. Total distance: 154.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
This is a highway-focused drive with 98% of the journey on main roads like Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway, Jimmy Deloach Parkway, and Bloomingdale Road. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 150.1 miles primarily on the Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway. Expect a consistent driving pace for the majority of the trip, making it feel like a smooth, direct passage. The character of the road is predominantly high-speed and efficient, minimizing deviations and maximizing forward momentum.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 150.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway and Jimmy Deloach Parkway. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Cherry Street.
Driving Effort1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Bloomingdale, GA to Macon, GA is easy. At 2h 49m with 98% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Cherry Street): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (Bloomingdale Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 3 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Cherry Street
Turn left onto Cherry Street
Navigation decision point
5
1 mi into trip|~2m in|Bloomingdale Road
Enter roundabout onto Bloomingdale Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
3 mi into trip|~5m in
Enter roundabout toward I-16 West: Macon
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Toward I-16 West: Macon
3
3 mi into trip|~5m in
Slight right toward I-16 West: Macon
Navigation decision point
Toward I-16 West: Macon
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153.3 mi into trip|~2h 46m in
Take the exit toward GA 22: Second Street, Macon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 1B
Toward GA 22: Second Street, Macon
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
150.1 mi
2h 40m
Jimmy Deloach Parkway
1.3 mi
1m
Bloomingdale Road
0.8 mi
1m
Cherry Street
0.8 mi
1m
2nd Street
0.6 mi
1m
Mulberry Street
0.3 mi
<1m
US Highway 80 West
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
— 150.1 mi, about 2h 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bloomingdale, GA and Macon, GA.
Since this is a 1-day trip covering 154.3 miles and taking under 3 hours, you have flexibility with your departure time. Leaving in the morning will give you plenty of daylight to arrive in Macon well before evening. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost estimated at $24, you won't need extensive planning for services. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 150.1-mile stretch on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway, as services might be spaced out. A good tip is to top off your tank before you leave Bloomingdale to ensure you have ample fuel for the entire journey.
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 77.2 miles from Bloomingdale, GA, or about 1h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 150.1 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 34 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 77.2 miles or 1h 25m 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 17m
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 Bloomingdale, 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 Bloomingdale, GA
This is one driving day of about 154.3 miles and 2h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Bloomingdale, 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 Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway for about 150.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 77.2 mi from Bloomingdale, GA
· 1h 25m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
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 154.3
Caution: River Trail periodically closed under I-16
Park Closure: BOARDWALK CLOSED along the River Trail
For much of the 19th century, masonry fortifications were the United States’ main defense against overseas enemies. However, during the Civil War, new technology proved its superiority over these fort...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$24.13 one way
$48.26 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg54 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$26.38
$52.77
premium
$4.70
$28.56
$57.12
diesel
$5.61
$34.07
$68.13
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 54 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
46.3
0
$16.20
$7.41
Efficient EV
38.6
0
$13.50
$6.17
EV Truck/SUV
61.7
0
$21.60
$9.88
Gas CO2
54 kg
EV CO2
18 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 16, 2026
Origin
Bloomingdale, GA
Morning
in Bloomingdale on Saturday
Local time
8:29 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Macon, GA
Morning
in Macon on Saturday
Local time
8:29 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
4 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 49m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Bloomingdale, GA to Macon, GA covers 154.3 miles and takes about 2h 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway, Jimmy Deloach Parkway, Bloomingdale Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 77.2 miles from Bloomingdale, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $24.13 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Bloomingdale, GA to Macon, GA is easy. At 2h 49m with 98% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Cherry Street): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (Bloomingdale Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 3 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from Bloomingdale, GA to Macon, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
