Trip from Fitzgerald, GA to Macon, GA

Drive Time

2h 5m

Distance

106 mi

171 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$17

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 27 min

4 AM

1h 56m ★

6 AM

2h 5m

8 AM

2h 23m

10 AM

2h 11m

12 PM

2h 10m

3 PM

2h 12m

5 PM

2h 22m

8 PM

2h 0m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Fitzgerald, GA

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Trip Overview

Traveling from Fitzgerald to Macon covers 106 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 5 minutes. Because this is a straightforward drive within the Southeast, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $17 for fuel to complete the journey. The route relies on a combination of I-75, Ten Mile Road, and the Fall Line Freeway. Whether you are heading north for business or a change of scenery, this path provides a reliable link between the two Georgia cities.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

53 miles from Fitzgerald, GA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 5m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a highway-focused experience, as 77% of this trip takes place on major roads. You will settle into a consistent rhythm during the longest uninterrupted stretch, which covers 74 miles along I-75. While the transition between local roads like Ten Mile Road and the high-speed interstate provides some variety, the overall character of the drive is efficient and functional. You will spend most of your time maintaining highway speeds, making this a practical choice for those who prefer a direct transit over winding backroads.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 74 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Ten Mile Road. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 23 miles in.

Route Complexity 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 106 miles you will encounter 11 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 23 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 23.3 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 97.3 miles (I 75; GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 11 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

23 mi into trip | ~33m in

Take the ramp

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

23.3 mi into trip | ~33m in | I 75

Merge onto I 75

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

97.3 mi into trip | ~1h 53m 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

104.6 mi into trip | ~2h 1m 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

104.7 mi into trip | ~2h 1m 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...

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Fitzgerald, GA to Macon, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Savannah along the way.

Savannah

97.3 mi in | ~1h 53m | via I 75; GA 540

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 75	74 mi	1h 19m
Ten Mile Road	17.7 mi	24m
Fall Line Freeway	7.2 mi	8m
East Washington Avenue	2.1 mi	3m
East Central Avenue	1.2 mi	2m
Sylvester Road	1.1 mi	1m
Irwinville Highway	0.6 mi	1m
Forsyth Street	0.4 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 75 — 74 mi, about 1h 19m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Fitzgerald, GA and Macon, GA.

Start on East Central Avenue

1.2 mi · 2 min · East Central Avenue

Use the left / straight / right lanes.

Continue on Irwinville Highway

0.6 mi · 1 min · Irwinville Highway

Turn right onto Walker Avenue

0.3 mi · 42 sec · Walker Avenue

Turn left onto Ten Mile Road

18 mi · 24 min · Ten Mile Road

At end of road, turn left onto GA 107; GA 112

1.1 mi · 1 min · Sylvester Road

Continue on GA 107; GA 112

2.1 mi · 3 min · East Washington Avenue

Use the none lane.

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 34 sec

Use the right lane.

Merge onto I 75

74 mi · 1 hr 19 min · I 75

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

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.

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 15 sec

Toward US 41 Business, GA 19: Downtown Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

347 ft · 8 sec

Toward US 41 Business South: Downtown, Mercer University Use the slight right lane.

Turn straight onto US 41 Business; GA 19

0.4 mi · 1 min · Forsyth Street

Turn left onto US 41 Business; GA 19

0.3 mi · 56 sec · College Street

Turn right onto US 41 Business; GA 19

0.3 mi · 49 sec · Georgia Avenue

Continue on Mulberry Street

0.1 mi · 23 sec · Mulberry Street

Continue on Mulberry Street

0.1 mi · 27 sec · Mulberry Street

Arrive at destination

Mulberry Street

Trip Plan

Since the total drive time is just over two hours, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the entire 106-mile trek in one go without needing to plan for formal stops, though keeping a close eye on your fuel gauge is wise given the $17 estimated cost. If you prefer to avoid heavy traffic, consider timing your arrival to steer clear of peak congestion hours near Macon. Because the majority of the route is interstate-based, ensure your vehicle is prepared for sustained high-speed driving before you leave Fitzgerald.

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 53 miles from Fitzgerald, GA, or about 1h 5m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 74 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 80 miles or 1h 34m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 53 miles or 1h 5m 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 41m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Macon, GA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Fitzgerald, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Fitzgerald, GA

This is one driving day of about 106 miles and 2h 5m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Fitzgerald, GA.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.

The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 74 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 53 mi from Fitzgerald, GA · 1h 5m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Tallahassee, FL

53 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

Clio, AL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Tallahassee, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 53 miles from Fitzgerald, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 74 miles.

Arriving in Macon, GA

The final approach into Macon, GA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Macon, GA.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$16.96 one way

$33.93 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 37 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.43	$18.48	$36.97
premium	$4.78	$19.94	$39.88
diesel	$5.64	$23.55	$47.10

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$17

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$42–$67

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 37.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	31.8	$11.13	$5.09
Efficient EV	26.5	$9.27	$4.24
EV Truck/SUV	42.4	$14.84	$6.78

Gas CO2

37 kg

EV CO2

12 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 data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Fitzgerald, GA

Night in Fitzgerald on Sunday

Local time

10:28 PM

EDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Macon, GA

Night in Macon on Sunday

Local time

10:28 PM

EDT

Current temp

63°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

1 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 5m 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 Fitzgerald, GA to Macon, GA covers 106 miles and takes about 2h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 75, Ten Mile Road, Fall Line Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 53 miles from Fitzgerald, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.96 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.

On the drive from Fitzgerald, GA to Macon, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Savannah along the way.

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Trip from Fitzgerald, GA to Macon, GA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Macon, GA

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Fitzgerald, GA

Macon, GA

Same local time

1 degrees cooler at arrival

2h 5m on the road

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