Origin
Jackson, GA
Morning in Jackson on Friday
Local time
9:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jackson, GA to Macon, GA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
55m
Distance
38.9 mi
63 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 5m
10 AM
0h 59m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
1h 0m
5 PM
1h 5m
8 PM
0h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jackson, GA
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Macon, GA
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 38.9-mile drive from Jackson, GA to Macon, GA can be completed in about 55 minutes, making it an ideal day trip. With a fuel cost estimated at $6, it's an economical option for a short journey within Georgia. The route is primarily highway-focused, with about 75% of the drive utilizing major roads like US 23 and I-75. Given its brevity, no overnight stop is necessary, offering flexibility for your schedule. You'll be traveling within the Southeast region for the entirety of this trip.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 55m. Total distance: 38.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a largely highway-focused experience on this route, with 75% of the drive on major roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 25.8 miles along US 23. While much of the journey will be on faster-paced highways, there will be transitions between US 23 and Riverside Drive as you approach Macon. This drive offers a consistent pace, allowing you to cover ground efficiently without many detours.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 23 is the longest continuous segment at about 25.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 23 and Riverside Drive. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 23; GA 16; GA 36; GA 42 / East 3rd Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 38.9 miles you will encounter 12 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: near the start (US 23; GA 16; GA 36; GA 42 / East 3rd Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 30.1 miles (US 23; GA 87 / Riverside Drive): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 31.7 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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US 23; GA 16; GA 36; GA 42 / East 3rd Street
Turn left onto US 23; GA 16; GA 36; GA 42 / East 3rd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
30.1 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
US 23; GA 87 / Riverside Drive
Enter roundabout onto US 23; GA 87 / Riverside Drive
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
31.7 mi into trip
|
~44m in
|
I 75
Merge onto I 75
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
34.9 mi into trip
|
~48m in
Take the exit toward US 23, GA 87: Riverside Drive
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 167
Toward US 23, GA 87: Riverside Drive
6
38.4 mi into trip
|
~54m in
|
GA 19; Ga 49 / Spring Street
Turn right onto GA 19; Ga 49 / Spring Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 23 | 25.8 mi | 35m |
| Riverside Drive | 4.5 mi | 7m |
| I 75 | 3.2 mi | 3m |
| Macon Road | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Macon Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| East 3rd Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Spring Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Mulberry Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 23
— 25.8 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jackson, GA and Macon, GA.
1
Start on this road
61 ft
·
9 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto US 23; GA 16; GA 36; GA 42
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East 3rd Street
Use the straight lane.
3
Continue on US 23; GA 42
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Macon Avenue
4
Continue on US 23; GA 42
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Macon Road
5
Enter roundabout onto US 23; GA 87
96 ft
·
1 sec
·
US 23; GA 87
6
Continue on US 23; GA 87
20 mi
·
26 min
·
US 23; GA 87
7
Enter roundabout onto US 23; GA 87
125 ft
·
2 sec
·
US 23; GA 87
8
Continue on US 23; GA 87
6.3 mi
·
8 min
·
US 23; GA 87
9
Enter roundabout onto US 23; GA 87
135 ft
·
2 sec
·
Riverside Drive
10
Continue on US 23; GA 87
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Riverside Drive
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I-75 South: Macon
12
Merge onto I 75
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Exit 167
Toward US 23, GA 87: Riverside Drive
Use the slight right lane.
14
Turn left onto US 23; GA 87
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Riverside Drive
Use the straight lane.
15
Turn right onto GA 19; Ga 49
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Spring Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Continue on Spring Street
142 ft
·
4 sec
·
Spring Street
Use the left lane.
17
Turn left onto Mulberry Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Mulberry Street
18
Continue on Mulberry Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Mulberry Street
19
Arrive at destination
Mulberry Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.4 mi from Jackson, GA · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 38.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.4 miles from Jackson, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Macon, GA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Macon, GA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.08 one way
$12.17 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $6.65 | $13.30 |
| premium | $4.70 | $7.20 | $14.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.59 | $17.18 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.7 | 0 | $4.08 | $1.87 |
| Efficient EV | 9.7 | 0 | $3.40 | $1.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.45 | $2.49 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Morning in Macon on Friday
Local time
9:34 AM
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
2 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
55m 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 Jackson, GA to Macon, GA covers 38.9 miles and takes about 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 23, Riverside Drive, I 75. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.4 miles from Jackson, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.08 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 38.9 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 23; GA 16; GA 36; GA 42 / East 3rd Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 30.1 miles (US 23; GA 87 / Riverside Drive): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 31.7 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Jackson, GA to Macon, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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