Origin
Griffin, GA
Afternoon in Griffin on Thursday
Local time
2:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Griffin, GA to Macon, GA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 3m
Distance
52.8 mi
85 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 59m
★
6 AM
1h 4m
8 AM
1h 14m
10 AM
1h 8m
12 PM
1h 7m
3 PM
1h 8m
5 PM
1h 14m
8 PM
1h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Griffin, GA
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Macon, GA
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Trip Overview
Connecting Griffin to Macon, this 52.8-mile trip is a straightforward journey through the heart of Southeast Georgia. You can expect to spend about 1 hour and 3 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion rather than an overnight commitment. With an estimated fuel cost of just $8, it is a highly economical route that won't strain your travel budget. The path primarily utilizes Arthur K. Bolton Parkway, I-75, and Riverside Drive to bridge these two cities. Whether you are heading south for business or leisure, the drive is designed for efficiency and simplicity.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 3m. Total distance: 52.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 88% of this route consists of high-speed travel. You will spend the bulk of your time on I-75, which features a long, uninterrupted stretch of 37.4 miles. This segment provides a consistent pace, allowing you to settle in while transitioning between the local parkway and urban Riverside Drive. The drive feels functional and direct, lacking the technical curves of backroads in favor of steady, predictable interstate miles. It is the kind of drive where you can make quick progress, keeping your focus on the road ahead as you transition between regions.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Poplar Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Griffin, GA to Macon, GA is easy. At 1h 3m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Griffin, GA to Macon, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Poplar Street | — | — |
| South 6th Street | — | — |
| East Taylor Street | — | — |
| Memorial Drive | — | — |
| Arthur K | — | — |
| I 75 South | — | — |
| Macon | — | — |
| US 23 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
East Poplar Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Griffin, GA and Macon, GA.
1
Start on State Street
381 ft
·
14 sec
·
State Street
2
Turn left onto East Poplar Street
505 ft
·
27 sec
·
East Poplar Street
3
Turn left onto South 6th Street
492 ft
·
26 sec
·
South 6th Street
4
Turn right onto East Taylor Street
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
East Taylor Street
5
Continue on Memorial Drive
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Memorial Drive
6
Continue on Arthur K. Bolton Parkway
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Arthur K. Bolton Parkway
7
Keep slight right to continue on Arthur K. Bolton Parkway
6.9 mi
·
8 min
·
Arthur K. Bolton Parkway
8
Take the ramp slight right toward I 75 South: Macon
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 75 South: Macon
9
Merge slight left
27 mi
·
28 min
10
Keep slight left to continue on Macon, Savannah
11 mi
·
11 min
·
Macon, Savannah
11
Take the exit slight right toward US 23, GA 87: Riverside Drive
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
US 23, GA 87: Riverside Drive
12
Turn left onto Riverside Drive
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Riverside Drive
13
Turn right onto Spring Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Spring Street
14
Continue on Spring Street
141 ft
·
4 sec
·
Spring Street
15
Turn left onto Mulberry Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Mulberry Street
16
Continue on Mulberry Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Mulberry Street
17
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.4 mi from Griffin, GA · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.4 miles from Griffin, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.26 one way
$16.51 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $9.03 | $18.06 |
| premium | $4.70 | $9.77 | $19.54 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.66 | $23.32 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.54 | $2.53 |
| Efficient EV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.62 | $2.11 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.1 | 0 | $7.39 | $3.38 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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 Thursday
Local time
2:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
23 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 3m 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 Griffin, GA to Macon, GA covers 52.8 miles and takes about 1h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Poplar Street, South 6th Street, East Taylor Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.4 miles from Griffin, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.26 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.
The drive from Griffin, GA to Macon, GA is easy. At 1h 3m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Griffin, GA to Macon, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Griffin, GA to Macon, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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