Origin
Macon, GA
Evening in Macon on Sunday
Local time
8:10 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Macon, GA to Bloomingdale, GA
Drive Time
2h 49m
Distance
154.4 mi
249 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 38m
★
6 AM
2h 49m
8 AM
3h 11m
10 AM
2h 57m
12 PM
2h 55m
3 PM
2h 58m
5 PM
3h 10m
8 PM
2h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bloomingdale, GA
Joshua Brown
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Macon to Bloomingdale, Georgia, you are looking at a straightforward 154.4-mile journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 49 minutes. This trip is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. You will rely primarily on the Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway, Jimmy Deloach Parkway, and Riverside Drive to navigate the Southeast region. Budgeting approximately $25 for fuel should cover your needs for the duration of the trip. Since the drive is manageable in one go with just one planned stop, it offers a highly efficient way to transition between these two Georgia locations.
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
77.2 miles from Macon, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 24m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a focused, highway-heavy experience, as 98% of this route consists of high-speed transit. You will spend the vast majority of your time on the Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway, which accounts for a 149.6-mile stretch of the journey. Because this is a highway-focused drive, the pace remains steady and consistent throughout your time behind the wheel. The transition from Macon toward the coast is designed for speed and directness rather than winding, technical roads. You will find that the road maintains a predictable, steady rhythm, making it ideal for those who prefer a no-nonsense route that prioritizes arrival time over scenic detours.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 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 149.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway and Jimmy Deloach Parkway. 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
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 49m drive. You will face about 10 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 10 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
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~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
151 mi into trip
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~2h 43m in
Keep slight left at fork toward GA 17 Connector: Bloomingdale Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward GA 17 Connector: Bloomingdale Road
5
151.1 mi into trip
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~2h 43m in
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GA 17 Connector / Bloomingdale Road
Enter roundabout onto GA 17 Connector / Bloomingdale Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway | 149.6 mi | 2h 40m |
| Jimmy Deloach Parkway | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Riverside Drive | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Bloomingdale Cross Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Spring Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Bloomingdale Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| US Highway 80 West | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
— 149.6 mi, about 2h 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Macon, GA and Bloomingdale, GA.
1
Start on Mulberry Street
76 ft
·
2 sec
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Mulberry Street
2
Continue on Spring Street
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
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
150 mi
·
2 hr 40 min
·
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
Use the none lane.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward GA 17 Connector: Bloomingdale Road
8
Keep slight left at fork
118 ft
·
2 sec
Toward GA 17 Connector: Bloomingdale Road
9
Enter roundabout onto GA 17 Connector
218 ft
·
2 sec
·
Bloomingdale Road
10
Continue on GA 17 Connector
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
·
Bloomingdale Road
11
Enter roundabout onto GA 17 Connector
116 ft
·
1 sec
·
Jimmy Deloach Parkway
12
Continue on GA 17 Connector
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Jimmy Deloach Parkway
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
14
Turn right onto US 80; GA 26
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
·
Bloomingdale Cross Road
15
Continue on US 80; GA 26
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
US Highway 80 West
16
Arrive at destination
US 80; GA 26
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 2-hour and 49-minute drive, consider leaving early in the morning to beat potential congestion near your destination. With only one stop planned, try to time your break near the midpoint of the 154.4-mile trek to stay refreshed. Since the route is dominated by the Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway, keep a close watch on your speed and fuel levels before jumping onto the long, uninterrupted stretches. The inherent flexibility of this relatively short trip allows you to adjust your departure time based on personal preference. Remember that having your $25 fuel budget ready will ensure you can focus on the road without worrying about unexpected costs.
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 77.2 miles from Macon, GA, or about 1h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 149.6 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 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 77.2 miles or 1h 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bloomingdale, 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 154.4 miles and 2h 49m.
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 149.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 77.2 mi from Macon, GA · 1h 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
77 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 77.2 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 149.6 miles.
Arriving in Bloomingdale, GA
The final approach into Bloomingdale, 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 Bloomingdale, GA.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$24.71 one way
$49.42 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
54 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $26.92 | $53.85 |
| premium | $4.78 | $29.04 | $58.09 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $34.30 | $68.60 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 54 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 46.3 | 0 | $16.21 | $7.41 |
| Efficient EV | 38.6 | 0 | $13.51 | $6.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 61.8 | 0 | $21.62 | $9.88 |
Gas CO2
54 kg
EV CO2
18 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
Bloomingdale, GA
Evening in Bloomingdale on Sunday
Local time
8:10 PM
EDT
Current temp
93°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
30 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
2h 49m 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 Bloomingdale, GA covers 154.4 miles and takes about 2h 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway, Jimmy Deloach Parkway, Riverside Drive. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 77.2 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 $24.71 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 49m drive. You will face about 10 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.
The route from Macon, GA to Bloomingdale, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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