Origin
Macon, GA
Evening in Macon on Sunday
Local time
8:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Macon, GA to Winder, GA
Drive Time
2h 16m
Distance
91.8 mi
148 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 7m
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6 AM
2h 17m
8 AM
2h 36m
10 AM
2h 24m
12 PM
2h 22m
3 PM
2h 25m
5 PM
2h 35m
8 PM
2h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Winder, GA
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Macon to Winder, expect a straightforward journey covering 91.8 miles. You should set aside approximately 2 hours and 16 minutes behind the wheel to complete this drive. Because of the manageable distance, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. Budgeting around $15 for fuel will cover your transit across these two Southeast Georgia locations. Since both cities are within the same region, you will experience a consistent cultural and geographic transition as you travel north. It is a practical, no-nonsense commute that gets you from point A to point B efficiently.
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
45.9 miles from Macon, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 5m into the drive .
Drive Character
This mixed drive offers a varied experience behind the wheel, shifting between local roads and state routes. You will spend about 30% of your time on highways, providing a nice balance to the more localized sections of the journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 23.2-mile segment on Maddux Street, which offers a steady rhythm for your drive. Throughout the trip, you will navigate via State Route 11 and State Highway 11 South. The changing road types keep the drive engaging, moving you through different traffic flows as you transition between the two towns.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Maddux Street is the longest continuous segment at about 23.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 11.4 miles in near US 129; GA 11; GA 18; GA 22 / Gray Bypass.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 91.8 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: at 11.4 miles (US 129; GA 11; GA 18; GA 22 / Gray Bypass): Lane positioning matters here; at 13.7 miles (Greene Settlement Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 36.6 miles (GA 11 / South Warren Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
11.4 mi into trip
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~15m in
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US 129; GA 11; GA 18; GA 22 / Gray Bypass
Turn left onto US 129; GA 11; GA 18; GA 22 / Gray Bypass
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
13.7 mi into trip
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~19m in
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Greene Settlement Road
Turn left onto Greene Settlement Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
36.6 mi into trip
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~51m in
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GA 11 / South Warren Street
Turn right onto GA 11 / South Warren Street
Navigation decision point
4
60.4 mi into trip
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~1h 26m in
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GA 11 / State Route 11
Enter roundabout onto GA 11 / State Route 11
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
74.4 mi into trip
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~1h 45m in
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GA 11
Enter roundabout onto GA 11
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Maddux Street | 23.2 mi | 32m |
| State Route 11 | 12.3 mi | 19m |
| State Highway 11 South | 10.8 mi | 15m |
| Gray Highway | 10.5 mi | 13m |
| Monticello Highway | 7.7 mi | 10m |
| North Cherokee Road | 5.7 mi | 8m |
| GA 11 | 4.5 mi | 9m |
| Greene Settlement Road | 3.6 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
Maddux Street
— 23.2 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Macon, GA and Winder, GA.
1
Start on Mulberry Street
76 ft
·
2 sec
·
Mulberry Street
2
Continue on Spring Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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Spring Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Continue on US 129; GA 11; GA 49; GA 540
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
North Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Continue on US 129; GA 11; GA 49
11 mi
·
13 min
·
Gray Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Turn left onto US 129; GA 11; GA 18; GA 22
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Gray Bypass
Use the left lane.
6
Turn left onto Greene Settlement Road
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Greene Settlement Road
Use the left lane.
7
Turn left onto GA 11
7.7 mi
·
10 min
·
Monticello Highway
8
Continue on GA 11
11 mi
·
15 min
·
State Highway 11 South
9
Continue on GA 11
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Hillsboro Street
10
Turn left onto GA 11
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
East Washington Street
11
Turn right onto GA 11
174 ft
·
5 sec
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South Warren Street
12
Turn left onto GA 11; GA 16; GA 83; GA 212
205 ft
·
7 sec
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West Greene Street
13
Continue on GA 11
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
West Greene Street
14
Continue on GA 11
105 ft
·
3 sec
·
West Greene Street
15
Continue on GA 11
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
College Street
16
Turn slight left onto GA 11
23 mi
·
32 min
·
Maddux Street
17
Enter roundabout onto GA 11
100 ft
·
1 sec
·
State Route 11
18
Continue on GA 11
7.1 mi
·
9 min
·
State Route 11
Use the straight lane.
19
Continue on GA 11
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Social Circle Bypass
Use the none lane.
20
Continue on GA 11
5.7 mi
·
8 min
·
North Cherokee Road
21
Enter roundabout onto GA 11
119 ft
·
2 sec
·
GA 11
22
Continue on GA 11
4.5 mi
·
9 min
·
GA 11
Use the straight lane.
23
Continue on GA 11
5.2 mi
·
9 min
·
State Route 11
Use the straight lane.
24
Continue on GA 11
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Winder-Monroe Highway
Use the none lane.
25
Continue on GA 11
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Christmas Avenue
26
Continue on GA 11
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Monroe Highway
Use the none lane.
27
Turn left onto GA 8; GA 11; GA 53
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
May Street
Use the none lane.
28
Turn slight right
150 ft
·
6 sec
29
Turn slight right onto GA 11; GA 53
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
North Broad Street
Use the none lane.
30
Arrive at destination
GA 11; GA 53; GA 211
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short trip with no mandatory stops, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule. Aim to depart outside of peak traffic hours to ensure you maintain that 2-hour and 16-minute travel time. Since the entire route is under 100 miles, you can easily complete the drive in one go without needing an extended break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Macon; while $15 is a reasonable estimate, having a full tank before hitting the state highways is always a smart move. Focus your attention on the transition between Maddux Street and the various state highways, as these navigational shifts occur frequently along the route.
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 45.9 miles from Macon, GA, or about 1h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 23.2 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 57m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.9 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 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Winder, 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 91.8 miles and 2h 16m.
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 Maddux Street for about 23.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 45.9 mi from Macon, GA · 1h 5m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
46 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 45.9 miles from Macon, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Winder, GA
The final approach into Winder, 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 Winder, 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
$14.69 one way
$29.38 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $16.01 | $32.01 |
| premium | $4.78 | $17.27 | $34.54 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $20.39 | $40.79 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.5 | 0 | $9.64 | $4.41 |
| Efficient EV | 23 | 0 | $8.03 | $3.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.7 | 0 | $12.85 | $5.88 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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
Winder, GA
Evening in Winder on Sunday
Local time
8:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
63°F
Greenville, SC
46 mi in
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 16m 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 Winder, GA covers 91.8 miles and takes about 2h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Maddux Street, State Route 11, State Highway 11 South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 45.9 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 $14.69 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 91.8 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: at 11.4 miles (US 129; GA 11; GA 18; GA 22 / Gray Bypass): Lane positioning matters here; at 13.7 miles (Greene Settlement Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 36.6 miles (GA 11 / South Warren Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Macon, GA to Winder, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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