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Trip from Swainsboro, GA to Macon, GA

Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026

Drive Time

1h 50m

Distance

94.7 mi

152 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$15

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 24 min
4 AM
1h 42m ★
6 AM
1h 50m
8 AM
2h 6m
10 AM
1h 56m
12 PM
1h 54m
3 PM
1h 57m
5 PM
2h 6m
8 PM
1h 45m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Emanuel County, Georgia, United States of America

Swainsboro, GA

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Downtown Macon, GA, GA

Macon, GA

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Trip Overview

The drive from Swainsboro, GA to Macon, GA covers 94.7 miles and takes about 1h 50m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway, US 221, West Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 75.4 miles on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.81 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.

Midpoint

47.4 miles from Swainsboro, GA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 57m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 50m. Total distance: 94.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (89%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This is a 1h 50m highway drive covering 94.7 miles, with most of the trip on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway and US 221. The longest continuous stretch is about 75.4 miles on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 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 75.4 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway and US 221. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.

Driving Effort 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Swainsboro, GA to Macon, GA is easy. At 1h 50m with 89% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; near the start (US 80; GA 26; GA 56 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 9.5 miles (US 221; 171): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 7 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in

Turn left

Navigation decision point

4
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 80; GA 26; GA 56 / East Main Street

Turn left onto US 80; GA 26; GA 56 / East Main Street

Navigation decision point

3
9.5 mi into trip | ~14m in | US 221; 171

Turn left onto US 221; 171

Navigation decision point

6
18 mi into trip | ~26m in

Take the ramp toward I-16 West: Macon

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Toward I-16 West: Macon
6
93.7 mi into trip | ~1h 47m in

Take the exit toward GA 22: Second Street, Macon

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 1B Toward GA 22: Second Street, Macon

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway 75.4 mi 1h 20m
US 221 8.5 mi 11m
West Street 7.4 mi 11m
East Main Street 2.1 mi 3m
2nd Street 0.6 mi 1m
Mulberry Street 0.3 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway — 75.4 mi, about 1h 20m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Swainsboro, GA and Macon, GA.

1

Start on this road

103 ft · 13 sec · this road
2

Turn left

71 ft · 10 sec
3

Turn left onto US 80; GA 26; GA 56

2.1 mi · 3 min · East Main Street
4

Continue on US 80; GA 26

7.4 mi · 11 min · West Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
5

Turn left onto US 221; 171

6.8 mi · 9 min · US 221; 171
6

Continue on US 221; GA 56

1.7 mi · 2 min · US 221; GA 56
7

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 35 sec
Toward I-16 West: Macon Use the right lane.
8

Merge onto I 16

75 mi · 1 hr 20 min · Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
9

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 17 sec
Exit 1B Toward GA 22: Second Street, Macon
10

Turn right onto GA 22

0.6 mi · 1 min · 2nd Street
11

Turn right onto Mulberry Street

0.3 mi · 58 sec · Mulberry Street
12

Arrive at destination

Mulberry 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 47.4 miles from Swainsboro, GA, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 75.4 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 21 miles or 29m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 47.4 miles or 57m 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 30m

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 Swainsboro, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Swainsboro, GA

This is one driving day of about 94.7 miles and 1h 50m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Swainsboro, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway for about 75.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 47.4 mi from Swainsboro, GA · 57m into the drive

city in and the county seat of Laurens County, Georgia, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Dublin, GA

47 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.

Popular next leg

Dublin, GA to Macon, GA

53.3 mi · 1h 3m

Pacing Suggestions

Soperton, GA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Dublin, GA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 47.4 miles from Swainsboro, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 75.4 miles.

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.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park

Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Welcome to Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park. This park is a prehistoric American Indian site, where many different American Indian cultures occupied this land for thousands of years. American...

1 mi from route ~3 min detour Free near mile 91.5
Caution: River Trail periodically closed under I-16
Park Closure: BOARDWALK CLOSED along the River Trail
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$14.81 one way

$29.62 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 33 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $16.19 $32.38
premium $4.70 $17.53 $35.05
diesel $5.61 $20.91 $41.82

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: 33.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 28.4 0 $9.94 $4.55
Efficient EV 23.7 0 $8.29 $3.79
EV Truck/SUV 37.9 0 $13.26 $6.06

Gas CO2

33 kg

EV CO2

11 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Swainsboro, GA

Night in Swainsboro on Thursday

Local time

9:24 PM

EDT

Current temp

51°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Macon, GA

Night in Macon on Thursday

Local time

9:24 PM

EDT

Current temp

51°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

78°F

Dublin, GA

47 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

1h 50m 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 Swainsboro, GA to Macon, GA covers 94.7 miles and takes about 1h 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway, US 221, West Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 47.4 miles from Swainsboro, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.81 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 Swainsboro, GA to Macon, GA is easy. At 1h 50m with 89% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; near the start (US 80; GA 26; GA 56 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 9.5 miles (US 221; 171): Navigation decision point.
The route from Swainsboro, GA to Macon, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park.

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