Origin
Colquitt, GA
Afternoon in Colquitt on Saturday
Local time
1:18 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
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Trip from Colquitt, GA to Macon, GA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 17m
Distance
156.2 mi
251 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 5m
★
6 AM
3h 17m
8 AM
3h 41m
10 AM
3h 26m
12 PM
3h 23m
3 PM
3h 27m
5 PM
3h 40m
8 PM
3h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Colquitt, GA
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Macon, GA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Colquitt, GA to Macon, GA covers 156.2 miles and takes about 3h 17m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 75, Main Street, GA 300 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed highway & surface. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 57.1 miles on I 75. At current regular gas prices, budget about $24.43 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
78.1 miles from Colquitt, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 48m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 57.1 mi | 1h 1m |
| Main Street | 47.3 mi | 1h 6m |
| GA 300 | 21.9 mi | 27m |
| Cordele Road | 13.8 mi | 17m |
| Fall Line Freeway | 7.2 mi | 8m |
| West Oakridge Drive | 3 mi | 5m |
| Liberty Expressway | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| East Oglethorpe Boulevard | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 57.1 mi, about 1h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Colquitt, GA and Macon, GA.
1
Start on College Street
55 ft
·
3 sec
·
College Street
2
Turn right onto North 1st Street
335 ft
·
6 sec
·
North 1st Street
3
Continue on GA 45; GA 91
65 ft
·
4 sec
·
North 1st Street
4
Turn right onto GA 91
47 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
·
Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Turn right onto GA 234
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
West Oakridge Drive
Use the right lane.
6
Continue on GA 234
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Moultrie Road
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
Toward US 19 North, GA 133 North, GA 300 North: Albany, Atlanta
8
Merge onto US 19; GA 3; GA 300
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Liberty Expressway
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 2A
Toward US 82 East, GA 520: Sylvester, Tifton
10
Turn straight onto US 82 Business; GA 520 Business
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East Oglethorpe Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on US 82 Business; GA 520 Business
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Sylvester Highway
Use the straight lane.
12
Turn left onto Cordele Road
14 mi
·
17 min
·
Cordele Road
Use the left lane.
13
Continue on GA 300
22 mi
·
27 min
·
GA 300
Use the straight lane.
14
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I-75 North: Macon
Use the left lane.
15
Merge onto I 75
57 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight right at fork onto I 75; GA 540
7.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Fall Line Freeway
Toward I 75 North: Macon, Savannah
Use the straight lane.
17
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
Toward US 41 Business, GA 19: Downtown
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight right at fork
347 ft
·
8 sec
Toward US 41 Business South: Downtown, Mercer University
Use the slight right lane.
19
Turn straight onto US 41 Business; GA 19
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Forsyth Street
20
Turn left onto US 41 Business; GA 19
0.3 mi
·
56 sec
·
College Street
21
Turn right onto US 41 Business; GA 19
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
Georgia Avenue
22
Continue on Mulberry Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Mulberry Street
23
Continue on Mulberry Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Mulberry Street
24
Arrive at destination
Mulberry Street
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 78.1 miles from Colquitt, GA, or about 1h 48m 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 34 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 78.1 miles or 1h 48m 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 44m
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 Colquitt, 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 Colquitt, GA
This is one driving day of about 156.2 miles and 3h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Colquitt, 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.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
78 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 78.1 miles from Colquitt, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 155 decision points cluster between mile 53 and 154.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
53 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m 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
6
90.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 3m in
Turn left toward I-75 North: Macon
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I-75 North: Macon
8
147.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 5m 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
7
154.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 13m 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
154.9 mi into trip
|
~3h 13m 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
$24.43 one way
$48.85 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
55 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $26.71 | $53.42 |
| premium | $4.70 | $28.91 | $57.82 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $34.49 | $68.97 |
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: 54.7 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 | 46.9 | 0 | $16.40 | $7.50 |
| Efficient EV | 39.1 | 0 | $13.67 | $6.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 62.5 | 0 | $21.87 | $10.00 |
Gas CO2
55 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.
Destination
Macon, GA
Afternoon in Macon on Saturday
Local time
1:18 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
54°F
Albany, GA
78 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
3h 17m 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?
156.2 mi in 3h 17m — 56% highway, the rest on surface roads. Biggest road: I 75.
56% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
24 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?
9/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 53 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
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 15 significant decision points across 156.2 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 53 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 90.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 147.5 miles (I 75; GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
437 ft
142 ft
Total Climb
360 ft
Total Descent
161 ft
Highest Point
437 ft
~133.9 mi in
Elevation Range
295 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.
Between Colquitt, GA and Macon, GA, road signs point toward Atlanta, Tifton and Savannah.
Atlanta
51.1 mi in
|
~1h 12m
Tifton
53 mi in
|
~1h 15m
Savannah
147.5 mi in
|
~3h 5m
|
via I 75; GA 540
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 17m. Total distance: 156.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
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.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 53 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 90.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 147.5 miles (I 75; GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Macon, GA, but most travelers stay overnight.
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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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