Origin
Sylvania, GA
Evening in Sylvania on Sunday
Local time
6:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sylvania, GA to Macon, GA
Drive Time
2h 51m
Distance
150 mi
241 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 41m
★
6 AM
2h 52m
8 AM
3h 14m
10 AM
2h 59m
12 PM
2h 57m
3 PM
3h 0m
5 PM
3h 12m
8 PM
2h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sylvania, GA
Anna Shvets
Trip Overview
Traveling from Sylvania to Macon covers a 150-mile journey through Georgia’s Southeast region, typically taking about 2 hours and 51 minutes behind the wheel. Because this is a relatively short distance, it serves perfectly as a straightforward one-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $24 on fuel for the trek, making it a budget-friendly transit across the state. The path relies heavily on major corridors like the Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway, Statesboro Road, and North Main Street. Whether you are commuting for work or heading out for a quick weekend getaway, this highway-focused route offers a reliable and efficient way to connect these two Georgia hubs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
75 miles from Sylvania, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 29m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a drive defined by efficiency, as roughly 79% of your time will be spent on highways. The journey hits its stride on the Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 113.6 miles. While you will navigate through Statesboro Road and North Main Street to complete the connection, the majority of your experience is characterized by steady, high-speed travel. This is not a winding backroad excursion, but rather a functional highway-focused drive that keeps you moving toward your destination with minimal distractions. You will feel the transition from rural southeast Georgia to the more central hub of Macon as the road infrastructure shifts to accommodate higher traffic volumes.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 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 113.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway and Statesboro Road. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.7 miles in near US 301; GA 21; GA 73 Loop; I 3 FUT.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Sylvania, GA to Macon, GA is easy. At 2h 51m with 79% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.7 miles (US 301; GA 21; GA 73 Loop; I 3 FUT): Navigation decision point; at 22.7 miles (US 301; GA 73 / North Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 34.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
1.7 mi into trip
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~3m in
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US 301; GA 21; GA 73 Loop; I 3 FUT
At end of road, turn left onto US 301; GA 21; GA 73 Loop; I 3 FUT
Navigation decision point
5
22.7 mi into trip
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~27m in
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US 301; GA 73 / North Main Street
Turn left onto US 301; GA 73 / North Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
34.8 mi into trip
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~46m in
Take the exit toward Macon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward Macon
5
35.3 mi into trip
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~47m in
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I 16 / Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
Merge onto I 16 / Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
148.9 mi into trip
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~2h 48m 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 | 113.6 mi | 2h 1m |
| Statesboro Road | 15.3 mi | 17m |
| North Main Street | 12.2 mi | 18m |
| US 301 | 4.8 mi | 5m |
| West Ogeechee Street | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| East Parrish Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| 2nd Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Mulberry Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
— 113.6 mi, about 2h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sylvania, GA and Macon, GA.
1
Start on US 301 Business; GA 73; GA 21 Business
1.7 mi
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3 min
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West Ogeechee Street
2
At end of road, turn left onto US 301; GA 21; GA 73 Loop; I 3 FUT
0.2 mi
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20 sec
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US 301; GA 21; GA 73 Loop; I 3 FUT
3
Continue on US 301; GA 73
2.8 mi
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3 min
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US 301; GA 73
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on US 301; 73
15 mi
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17 min
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Statesboro Road
5
Continue on US 301; GA 73
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
US 301; GA 73
6
Continue on US 301; 73
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
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US 301; 73
7
Continue on US 301; GA 73
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East Parrish Street
8
Turn left onto US 301; GA 73
12 mi
·
18 min
·
North Main Street
Use the none lane.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Toward Macon
10
Merge onto I 16
114 mi
·
2 hr 1 min
·
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
Use the none lane.
11
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Exit 1B
Toward GA 22: Second Street, Macon
12
Turn right onto GA 22
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
2nd Street
13
Turn right onto Mulberry Street
0.3 mi
·
58 sec
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Mulberry Street
14
Arrive at destination
Mulberry Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable three-hour drive, you have plenty of flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. Plan for at least one dedicated stop along the way to break up the long 113.6-mile parkway segment and keep your focus sharp. Because the route relies so heavily on the Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway, check traffic reports for that specific corridor before you leave to ensure there are no unexpected delays on your primary artery. Budget your $24 fuel cost ahead of time so you aren't scrambling at the pump mid-trip. By keeping your pace steady and utilizing that single planned rest stop, you can comfortably navigate the transition between Sylvania and Macon in a single, efficient outing.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 75 miles from Sylvania, GA, or about 1h 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 113.6 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 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 75 miles or 1h 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 21m
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 Sylvania, 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 Sylvania, GA
This is one driving day of about 150 miles and 2h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Sylvania, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway for about 113.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 75 mi from Sylvania, GA · 1h 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
75 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 75 miles from Sylvania, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 113.6 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Macon, GA.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$24.01 one way
$48.01 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
53 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $26.16 | $52.31 |
| premium | $4.78 | $28.22 | $56.43 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $33.32 | $66.65 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 45 | 0 | $15.75 | $7.20 |
| Efficient EV | 37.5 | 0 | $13.13 | $6.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 60 | 0 | $21.00 | $9.60 |
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (65% 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 Sunday
Local time
6:55 PM
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
3 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 51m 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 Sylvania, GA to Macon, GA covers 150 miles and takes about 2h 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway, Statesboro Road, North Main 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 75 miles from Sylvania, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $24.01 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Sylvania, GA to Macon, GA is easy. At 2h 51m with 79% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.7 miles (US 301; GA 21; GA 73 Loop; I 3 FUT): Navigation decision point; at 22.7 miles (US 301; GA 73 / North Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 34.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Sylvania, GA to Macon, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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