Origin
Macon, GA
Evening in Macon on Sunday
Local time
6:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Macon, GA to Baxley, GA
Drive Time
2h 32m
Distance
120.5 mi
194 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 22m
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6 AM
2h 32m
8 AM
2h 52m
10 AM
2h 39m
12 PM
2h 37m
3 PM
2h 40m
5 PM
2h 51m
8 PM
2h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Baxley, GA
Yaroslav Shuraev
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Macon to Baxley, expect a straightforward 120.5-mile journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 32 minutes to complete. This drive remains entirely within Southeast Georgia, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $19, you can easily manage the trip without needing an overnight stay. The route relies on a combination of the Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway, GA 29, and US 1 to get you to your destination. Because the travel time is relatively short, you have the flexibility to make this a quick morning run or a leisurely afternoon drive depending on your schedule.
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
60.2 miles from Macon, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 6m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 89% of this route is dedicated to faster-paced roads. You will spend a significant portion of your time on the Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway, which features the longest uninterrupted stretch of the trip at 64.2 miles. The transition between these primary roads keeps the drive moving efficiently, though you should be prepared for the shift from larger parkway stretches to the more localized feel of GA 29 and US 1. Behind the wheel, you will find a consistent pace that favors steady cruising over technical maneuvering. It is a practical, no-nonsense drive that prioritizes direct travel through the region.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 64.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway and GA 29. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near US 129; GA 11; GA 87 / Riverside Drive.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 32m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (US 129; GA 11; GA 87 / Riverside Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (I 16 / Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 129; GA 11; GA 87 / Riverside Drive
Turn right onto US 129; GA 11; GA 87 / Riverside Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 16 East: Savannah
Navigation decision point
Toward I 16 East: Savannah
5
1.2 mi into trip
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~2m in
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I 16 / Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
Merge onto I 16 / Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
65.4 mi into trip
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~1h 11m in
Take the exit toward GA 29: Soperton, Vidalia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 67
Toward GA 29: Soperton, Vidalia
6
120.5 mi into trip
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~2h 31m in
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US 341; GA 27 / East Parker Street
Turn left onto US 341; GA 27 / East Parker Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Macon, GA to Baxley, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Vidalia along the way.
Vidalia
65.4 mi in
|
~1h 11m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway | 64.2 mi | 1h 8m |
| GA 29 | 20.6 mi | 26m |
| US 1 | 12 mi | 13m |
| Cedar Crossing Road | 10.4 mi | 21m |
| GA 135 | 9.2 mi | 13m |
| Plant Hatch Parkway | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| East Broad Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Riverside Drive | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
— 64.2 mi, about 1h 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Macon, GA and Baxley, GA.
1
Start on Mulberry Street
76 ft
·
2 sec
·
Mulberry Street
2
Continue on Spring Street
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
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Spring Street
3
Turn right onto US 129; GA 11; GA 87
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Riverside Drive
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Turn left onto US 80; GA 87
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
Toward I 16 East: Savannah
6
Merge onto I 16
64 mi
·
1 hr 8 min
·
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
Use the none lane.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 67
Toward GA 29: Soperton, Vidalia
8
Turn right onto GA 29
21 mi
·
26 min
·
GA 29
Use the none lane.
9
Continue on GA 135
9.2 mi
·
13 min
·
GA 135
10
At end of road, turn left onto 135
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
West Broad Street
11
Turn right onto 135
308 ft
·
6 sec
·
135
12
Turn left onto East Broad Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Broad Street
13
Continue on Cedar Crossing Road
10 mi
·
21 min
·
Cedar Crossing Road
14
Turn right onto US 1; GA 4; GA 15
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
US 1; GA 4; GA 15
15
Continue on US 1; 4; 15
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Plant Hatch Parkway
16
Continue on US 1; GA 4; GA 15
8.4 mi
·
9 min
·
US 1; GA 4; GA 15
17
Turn left onto US 341; GA 27
62 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Parker Street
Use the left lane.
18
Arrive at destination
US 341; GA 27
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable 2.5-hour drive, you have plenty of freedom to choose your departure time to avoid peak traffic. Plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and break up the 120.5-mile trek, as the highway-heavy nature of the route can lead to driver fatigue. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Macon to ensure you don't need to hunt for a station during the 64.2-mile stretch on the Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway. Filling up before you head out is a smart way to keep your $19 budget on track. Because the route is short, you can easily adapt your pace to fit a relaxed itinerary without feeling rushed to reach Baxley by a specific time.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 60.2 miles from Macon, GA, or about 1h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 64.2 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 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 60.2 miles or 1h 6m 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 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Baxley, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Macon, 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 Macon, GA
This is one driving day of about 120.5 miles and 2h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Macon, 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 Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway for about 64.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 60.2 mi from Macon, GA · 1h 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
60 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 60.2 miles from Macon, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 64.2 miles.
Arriving in Baxley, GA
The final approach into Baxley, 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 Baxley, 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
$19.28 one way
$38.57 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
42 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $21.01 | $42.02 |
| premium | $4.78 | $22.67 | $45.33 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $26.77 | $53.54 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 36.2 | 0 | $12.65 | $5.78 |
| Efficient EV | 30.1 | 0 | $10.54 | $4.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 48.2 | 0 | $16.87 | $7.71 |
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Baxley, GA
Evening in Baxley on Sunday
Local time
6:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°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
2 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 32m 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 Macon, GA to Baxley, GA covers 120.5 miles and takes about 2h 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway, GA 29, US 1. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 60.2 miles from Macon, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.28 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.
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 2h 32m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (US 129; GA 11; GA 87 / Riverside Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (I 16 / Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Macon, GA to Baxley, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Vidalia along the way.
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