Origin
Milledgeville, GA
Evening in Milledgeville on Wednesday
Local time
6:58 PM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Milledgeville, GA to Macon, GA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
45m
Distance
30.4 mi
49 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 42m
★
6 AM
0h 46m
8 AM
0h 53m
10 AM
0h 48m
12 PM
0h 48m
3 PM
0h 49m
5 PM
0h 53m
8 PM
0h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Milledgeville, GA
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Macon, GA
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel between Milledgeville and Macon, you can expect a quick 30.4-mile journey that takes roughly 45 minutes to complete. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to easily manage the commute without needing an overnight stay. With a fuel budget of approximately $5, it is an incredibly affordable way to transit through the Southeast. You will navigate primarily via local roads, including Fox Hill Road, West Hancock Street, and Shurling Drive. Since the entire drive stays within the state of Georgia, you will experience a consistent regional feel throughout the trip.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
15.2 miles from Milledgeville, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 22m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy, local driving experience that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate grind, this route features zero highway miles, forcing you to focus on navigating local streets. You will spend a significant portion of the trip on your longest stretch, which covers 19.9 miles along Fox Hill Road. As you transition between the various roads, the technical nature of the turns requires your full attention. The road's personality is defined by its local character, offering a direct, no-frills connection between these two cities.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Hancock Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
605 ft
343 ft
Total Climb
463 ft
Total Descent
436 ft
Highest Point
605 ft
~21.7 mi in
Elevation Range
262 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Milledgeville, GA to Macon, GA is easy. At 45m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Milledgeville, GA to Macon, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Hancock Street | — | — |
| Fox Hill Road | — | — |
| Millerfield Road | — | — |
| Shurling Drive | — | — |
| Gray Highway | — | — |
| 2nd Street | — | — |
| Mulberry Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West Hancock Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Milledgeville, GA and Macon, GA.
1
Start on South Clarke Street
36 ft
·
8 sec
·
South Clarke Street
2
Turn left onto West Hancock Street
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
West Hancock Street
3
Continue on Fox Hill Road
20 mi
·
27 min
·
Fox Hill Road
4
Continue on Millerfield Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Millerfield Road
5
Continue on Shurling Drive
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Shurling Drive
6
Turn left onto Gray Highway
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Gray Highway
7
Turn slight left onto 2nd Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
2nd Street
8
Turn right onto Mulberry Street
0.3 mi
·
58 sec
·
Mulberry Street
9
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short 45-minute drive, you have the flexibility to depart whenever it best suits your schedule. You will not need to plan for any formal stops, as the trip is brief enough to complete in one go. Keep in mind that because this route relies entirely on local roads rather than highways, your travel time may be more sensitive to local traffic patterns. Budgeting $5 for fuel should keep you covered for the round trip. For a smooth experience, ensure your vehicle is ready for a series of turns, as the local road navigation is the defining feature of this journey.
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 15.2 miles from Milledgeville, GA, or about 22m into the drive.
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 30 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 15.2 miles or 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Macon, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Milledgeville, GA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Milledgeville, GA
This is one driving day of about 30.4 miles and 45m.
At 30.4 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.2 mi from Milledgeville, GA · 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.2 miles from Milledgeville, 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
$4.75 one way
$9.51 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $5.20 | $10.40 |
| premium | $4.70 | $5.63 | $11.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.71 | $13.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.19 | $1.46 |
| Efficient EV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.66 | $1.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.26 | $1.95 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Evening in Macon on Wednesday
Local time
6:58 PM
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
27 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
45m 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 Milledgeville, GA to Macon, GA covers 30.4 miles and takes about 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Hancock Street, Fox Hill Road, Millerfield Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.2 miles from Milledgeville, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.75 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.
The drive from Milledgeville, GA to Macon, GA is easy. At 45m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Milledgeville, GA to Macon, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Milledgeville, GA to Macon, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 343 ft to 605 ft elevation with about 463 ft of total climbing.
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