Origin
Macon, GA
Late night in Macon on Wednesday
Local time
3:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Macon, GA to Pine Mountain, GA
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Drive Time
2h 8m
Distance
87.8 mi
141 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 0m
★
6 AM
2h 9m
8 AM
2h 27m
10 AM
2h 15m
12 PM
2h 13m
3 PM
2h 16m
5 PM
2h 26m
8 PM
2h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Macon, GA
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Pine Mountain, GA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Macon, GA to Pine Mountain, GA covers 87.8 miles and takes about 2h 8m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on GA 74, Thomaston Road, Whitehouse Parkway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 34.8 miles on GA 74. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.73 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
43.9 miles from Macon, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 5m into the drive .
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Drive Character
The drive from Macon, GA to Pine Mountain, GA covers 87.8 miles and takes about 2h 8m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
GA 74 is the longest continuous segment at about 34.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 87.8 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.9 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Turn left
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 75 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Toward I 75 South
7
1.9 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the exit toward GA 74 West: Mercer University Drive
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 163
Toward GA 74 West: Mercer University Drive
6
2.2 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
6
47.6 mi into trip
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~1h 11m in
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GA 74
Keep slight right at fork onto GA 74
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Macon, GA to Pine Mountain, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Thomaston along the way.
Thomaston
10.4 mi in
|
~18m
|
via GA 74
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| GA 74 | 34.8 mi | 49m |
| Thomaston Road | 23.3 mi | 32m |
| Whitehouse Parkway | 8.6 mi | 12m |
| Chipley Highway | 6.2 mi | 8m |
| Durand Highway | 5.4 mi | 7m |
| Mercer University Drive | 4.6 mi | 8m |
| Main Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Georgia Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
GA 74
— 34.8 mi, about 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Macon, GA and Pine Mountain, GA.
1
Start on Mulberry Street
298 ft
·
19 sec
·
Mulberry Street
2
Continue on US 41 Business; GA 19
254 ft
·
6 sec
·
Spring Street
3
Turn straight onto US 41 Business; GA 19
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Georgia Avenue
4
Continue on US 41 Business; GA 19
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Hardeman Avenue
5
Turn left
417 ft
·
17 sec
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 75 South
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
Merge onto I 75; GA 540
0.6 mi
·
46 sec
·
Fall Line Freeway
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 163
Toward GA 74 West: Mercer University Drive
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork
153 ft
·
3 sec
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn slight right onto GA 74
4.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Mercer University Drive
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on GA 74
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Thomaston Road
Use the straight lane.
12
Enter roundabout onto GA 74
215 ft
·
4 sec
·
Thomaston Road
Toward Thomaston
13
Continue on GA 74
20 mi
·
26 min
·
Thomaston Road
Toward Thomaston
14
Enter roundabout onto GA 74
136 ft
·
4 sec
·
GA 74
15
Continue on GA 74
17 mi
·
25 min
·
GA 74
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Keep slight right at fork onto GA 74
17 mi
·
23 min
·
GA 74
Use the straight lane.
17
Continue on GA 18; GA 109
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
18
Turn left onto GA 85 Alternate
8.6 mi
·
12 min
·
Whitehouse Parkway
19
Turn right onto US 27 Alternate; GA 41
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Spring Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Continue on US 27 Alternate; GA 41
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
Roosevelt Highway
21
Turn left onto GA 194
5.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Durand Highway
22
At end of road, turn left onto GA 18
6.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Chipley Highway
23
Continue on GA 18
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
·
Lawson Drive
24
Continue on GA 18
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Greenville Road
25
Turn left onto US 27; GA 1; GA 18
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
Martha Berry Highway
26
Turn left onto East Harris Street
79 ft
·
5 sec
·
East Harris Street
27
Turn right onto Commerce Street
41 ft
·
1 sec
·
Commerce Street
28
Arrive at destination
Commerce Street
Trip Plan
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 43.9 miles from Macon, GA, or about 1h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.8 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 57m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 43.9 miles or 1h 5m 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 49m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pine Mountain, 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.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 87.8 miles and 2h 8m.
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.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on GA 74 for about 34.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 43.9 mi from Macon, GA · 1h 5m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
44 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 43.9 miles from Macon, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Pine Mountain, GA
The final approach into Pine Mountain, 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 Pine Mountain, 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
$13.73 one way
$27.46 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $15.01 | $30.02 |
| premium | $4.70 | $16.25 | $32.50 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.39 | $38.77 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.3 | 0 | $9.22 | $4.21 |
| Efficient EV | 22 | 0 | $7.68 | $3.51 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35.1 | 0 | $12.29 | $5.62 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (68% 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
Pine Mountain, GA
Late night in Pine Mountain on Wednesday
Local time
3:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Clear
0 mph
0% chance
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
6 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 8m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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 Pine Mountain, GA covers 87.8 miles and takes about 2h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are GA 74, Thomaston Road, Whitehouse Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 43.9 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 $13.73 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 is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 87.8 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Macon, GA to Pine Mountain, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Thomaston along the way.
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