Origin
Norcross, GA
Morning in Norcross on Monday
Local time
8:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Norcross, GA to Macon, GA
Drive Time
1h 42m
Distance
101.3 mi
163 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 35m
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6 AM
1h 42m
8 AM
1h 57m
10 AM
1h 48m
12 PM
1h 46m
3 PM
1h 48m
5 PM
1h 57m
8 PM
1h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Norcross, GA
Harrison Haines
Trip Overview
Traveling from Norcross to Macon covers 101.3 miles and typically takes about 1 hour and 42 minutes. Because this is a relatively short distance, you can easily complete the entire trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $16 on fuel for the journey through this corner of the Southeast. Since the route relies on local roads rather than major interstates, you should prepare for a drive that prioritizes navigation over speed. It is a straightforward trip that serves as a practical connection between two distinct Georgia hubs.
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
50.7 miles from Norcross, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 51m into the drive .
Drive Character
This journey is characterized as a turn-heavy local drive, meaning you will spend your time navigating surface streets rather than cruising on a highway. You will rely on roads like North Norcross Tucker Road, Buford Highway, and Jimmy Carter Boulevard to reach your destination. With a highway share of 0%, this route lacks the monotony of interstate travel but requires more active attention to your surroundings. Because the longest stretch on any single road is 0 miles on North Norcross Tucker Road, you will find yourself frequently transitioning between different local thoroughfares.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Norcross Tucker Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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 Norcross, GA to Macon, GA is easy. At 1h 42m 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 Norcross, GA to Macon, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Norcross Tucker Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Buford Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Jimmy Carter Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 85 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 85 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Northeast Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 285 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 285 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
North Norcross Tucker Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Norcross, GA and Macon, GA.
1
Start on South Peachtree Street
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
·
South Peachtree Street
2
Continue on North Norcross Tucker Road
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
North Norcross Tucker Road
3
Turn right onto Buford Highway
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
Buford Highway
4
Turn left onto Jimmy Carter Boulevard
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Jimmy Carter Boulevard
5
Take the ramp straight toward I 85 South
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
I 85 South
6
Merge slight left onto Interstate Highway 85
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Interstate Highway 85
7
Continue on Northeast Expressway
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Northeast Expressway
8
Take the exit slight right toward I 285 Bypass East: Augusta, Macon
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
I 285 Bypass East: Augusta, Macon
9
Keep slight left to continue on I 285 South: Augusta, Macon
0.4 mi
·
27 sec
·
I 285 South: Augusta, Macon
10
Merge slight left onto Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
18 mi
·
20 min
·
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
11
Take the exit slight right toward I 675 South: Macon
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
I 675 South: Macon
12
Continue on Terrell Starr Parkway
10 mi
·
11 min
·
Terrell Starr Parkway
13
Merge slight left
49 mi
·
53 min
14
Keep slight left to continue on Macon, Savannah
11 mi
·
11 min
·
Macon, Savannah
15
Take the exit slight right toward US 23, GA 87: Riverside Drive
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
US 23, GA 87: Riverside Drive
16
Turn left onto Riverside Drive
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Riverside Drive
17
Turn right onto Spring Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Spring Street
18
Continue on Spring Street
141 ft
·
4 sec
·
Spring Street
19
Turn left onto Mulberry Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Mulberry Street
20
Continue on Mulberry Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Mulberry Street
21
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the turn-heavy nature of the route, plan your departure for a time when you feel comfortable navigating busy local roads. Since there are no designated stops on this 101.3-mile path, make sure your vehicle is fueled up and ready to go before you head out to avoid mid-trip errands. The flexibility of a short drive allows you to depart whenever suits your schedule best, but stay alert for the constant changes in road names. Pay close attention to your GPS or map throughout the drive, as the lack of highway stretches means you will be making frequent turns to stay on course.
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 50.7 miles from Norcross, GA, or about 51m 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 80 miles or 1h 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.7 miles or 51m 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 23m
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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Open the route before leaving Norcross, 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 Norcross, GA
This is one driving day of about 101.3 miles and 1h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Norcross, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 50.7 mi from Norcross, GA · 51m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
51 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 50.7 miles from Norcross, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Macon, GA
The final approach into Macon, 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 Macon, 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
$16.21 one way
$32.42 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $17.66 | $35.33 |
| premium | $4.78 | $19.06 | $38.11 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $22.51 | $45.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.4 | 0 | $10.64 | $4.86 |
| Efficient EV | 25.3 | 0 | $8.86 | $4.05 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.5 | 0 | $14.18 | $6.48 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Macon, GA
Morning in Macon on Monday
Local time
8:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°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
1h 42m 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 Norcross, GA to Macon, GA covers 101.3 miles and takes about 1h 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Norcross Tucker Road, Buford Highway, Jimmy Carter Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 50.7 miles from Norcross, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.21 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 Norcross, GA to Macon, GA is easy. At 1h 42m 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 Norcross, GA to Macon, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Norcross, GA to Macon, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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