Origin
Hazlehurst, GA
Evening in Hazlehurst on Wednesday
Local time
5:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hazlehurst, GA to Macon, GA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
3h 45m
Distance
206.2 mi
332 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$32
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 33m
★
6 AM
3h 46m
8 AM
4h 11m
10 AM
3h 55m
12 PM
3h 52m
3 PM
3h 56m
5 PM
4h 10m
8 PM
3h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hazlehurst, GA
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Macon, GA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Hazlehurst, GA to Macon, GA covers 206.2 miles and takes about 3h 45m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Bailey Mill Road, Burnt Fort Road, Indian Trail for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $32.25 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
103.1 miles from Hazlehurst, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 52m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 3h 45m drive with frequent turns across 206.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 32 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Bailey Mill Road 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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 45m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Hazlehurst, GA to Macon, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Bailey Mill Road | — | — |
| Burnt Fort Road | — | — |
| Indian Trail | — | — |
| US 1 North | — | — |
| Lee Avenue | — | — |
| Albany Avenue | — | — |
| Plant Avenue | — | — |
| State Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Bailey Mill Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hazlehurst, GA and Macon, GA.
1
Start on Old Hazelhurst Road
0.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Old Hazelhurst Road
2
Turn left onto Bailey Mill Road
3.3 mi
·
12 min
·
Bailey Mill Road
3
At the end of the road, turn left onto Burnt Fort Road
11 mi
·
16 min
·
Burnt Fort Road
4
Turn right onto Indian Trail
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Indian Trail
5
Turn right
1.7 mi
·
2 min
6
Continue on US 1 North, US 23 North: Waycross
32 mi
·
39 min
·
US 1 North, US 23 North: Waycross
7
Turn right onto Lee Avenue
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Lee Avenue
8
Turn left onto Albany Avenue
197 ft
·
9 sec
·
Albany Avenue
9
Turn right onto Plant Avenue
282 ft
·
12 sec
·
Plant Avenue
10
Turn left onto State Street
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
State Street
11
Continue on Ossie Davis Parkway
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Ossie Davis Parkway
12
Continue on State Street
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
State Street
13
Continue on Alma Highway
14 mi
·
18 min
·
Alma Highway
14
Continue on North Pierce Street
15 mi
·
17 min
·
North Pierce Street
15
Turn left
18 mi
·
26 min
16
Turn right onto Larry Contos Boulevard
302 ft
·
5 sec
·
Larry Contos Boulevard
17
Continue on Tallahassee Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Tallahassee Street
18
At the end of the road, turn left onto East Jarman Street
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
East Jarman Street
19
Continue on West Coffee Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Coffee Street
20
Continue on Lumber City Highway
5.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Lumber City Highway
21
Continue on East Golden Isles Highway
16 mi
·
22 min
·
East Golden Isles Highway
22
Continue on East Oak Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Oak Street
23
Turn slight right onto Railroad Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Railroad Street
24
Turn right onto South 3rd Avenue
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
South 3rd Avenue
25
Turn left
28 mi
·
38 min
26
Continue straight
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
27
Turn left onto I-16 West: Macon
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
I-16 West: Macon
28
Merge slight left onto Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
49 mi
·
52 min
·
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
29
Take the exit slight right toward GA 22: Second Street, Macon
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
GA 22: Second Street, Macon
30
Turn right onto 2nd Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
2nd Street
31
Turn right onto Mulberry Street
0.3 mi
·
58 sec
·
Mulberry Street
32
Arrive at your destination
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 103.1 miles from Hazlehurst, GA, or about 1h 52m into the drive.
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 45 miles or 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 103.1 miles or 1h 52m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 5m
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 Hazlehurst, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Hazlehurst, GA
This is one driving day of about 206.2 miles and 3h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 miles from Hazlehurst, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 103.1 mi from Hazlehurst, GA · 1h 52m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
103 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 45 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 103.1 miles from Hazlehurst, 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.
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
$32.25 one way
$64.49 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
72 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $35.26 | $70.51 |
| premium | $4.70 | $38.16 | $76.33 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $45.53 | $91.05 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 72.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 61.9 | 0 | $21.65 | $9.90 |
| Efficient EV | 51.6 | 0 | $18.04 | $8.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 82.5 | 1 | $28.87 | $13.20 |
Gas CO2
72 kg
EV CO2
24 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
Evening in Macon on Wednesday
Local time
5:34 PM
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
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 45m 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 Hazlehurst, GA to Macon, GA covers 206.2 miles and takes about 3h 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Bailey Mill Road, Burnt Fort Road, Indian Trail. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 103.1 miles from Hazlehurst, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $32.25 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h 45m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Hazlehurst, GA to Macon, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Hazlehurst, GA to Macon, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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