If you are looking to travel from Union Point to Macon, you are in for a 70.5-mile journey through the heart of Southeast Georgia. This trip takes approximately 1 hour and 25 minutes to complete, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. You should budget about $11 for fuel to cover the distance between these two points. Because the drive is relatively short and direct, there is no need to plan for an overnight stay. Expect a steady, localized experience as you navigate between these two regional hubs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
35.2 miles from Union Point, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 55m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 43m. Total distance: 70.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Forget about monotonous interstate cruising; this route is a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention. You will primarily navigate via Veazey Street, Scott Street, and Lamb Avenue, as the highway share for this trip is zero percent. Because the path relies entirely on local roads, you should expect a more technical driving experience than you would find on a major expressway. There are no long, uninterrupted stretches here, so be prepared for frequent adjustments as you progress through the 70.5-mile course.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Gray Road Southwest is the longest continuous segment at about 21.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Veazey Street.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 43m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Veazey Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 278; GA 12; GA 77 / Lamb Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 7.3 miles (GA 44 / South Main Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Veazey Street
Turn right onto Veazey Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|US 278; GA 12; GA 77 / Lamb Avenue
Turn right onto US 278; GA 12; GA 77 / Lamb Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
7.3 mi into trip|~11m in|GA 44 / South Main Street
Turn left onto GA 44 / South Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
29.9 mi into trip|~46m in|US 129 Business; US 441 Business; GA 24 Business; GA 44 / Jefferson Avenue
Turn left onto US 129 Business; US 441 Business; GA 24 Business; GA 44 / Jefferson Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
58.7 mi into trip|~1h 27m in|US 129; GA 11; GA 22 / Gray Highway
Turn right onto US 129; GA 11; GA 22 / Gray Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Gray Road Southwest
21.2 mi
29m
Greensboro Road
11.3 mi
17m
Gray Highway
10.9 mi
14m
Lake Oconee Parkway
8.7 mi
12m
Gray Bypass
5.1 mi
6m
Lamb Avenue
5.1 mi
7m
South Main Street
2.6 mi
4m
East Broad Street
2.1 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
Gray Road Southwest
— 21.2 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Union Point, GA and Macon, GA.
1
Start on Carlton Avenue
319 ft·17 sec·Carlton Avenue
2
Turn right onto Veazey Street
135 ft·6 sec·Veazey Street
3
Continue on Scott Street
472 ft·23 sec·Scott Street
4
Turn right onto US 278; GA 12; GA 77
5.1 mi·7 min·Lamb Avenue
5
Continue on US 278; GA 12; GA 44
2.1 mi·3 min·East Broad Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Turn left onto GA 44
2.6 mi·4 min·South Main Street
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on GA 44
8.7 mi·12 min·Lake Oconee Parkway
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on GA 44
11 mi·17 min·Greensboro Road
9
Turn left onto US 129 Business; US 441 Business; GA 24 Business; GA 44
0.1 mi·16 sec·Jefferson Avenue
Use the left lane.
10
Continue on US 129 Business; US 441 Business; GA 24 Business; GA 44
1.8 mi·3 min·Oak Street
11
Continue on US 129 Business; US 441 Business; GA 24 Business; GA 44
0.5 mi·54 sec·Gray Highway
12
Continue on US 129; GA 44
21 mi·29 min·Gray Road Southwest
13
Enter roundabout onto US 129; GA 22
50 ft·0 sec·Gray Bypass
14
Continue on US 129; GA 22
5.1 mi·6 min·Gray Bypass
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Turn right onto US 129; GA 11; GA 22
10 mi·13 min·Gray Highway
Use the right lane.
16
Turn slight left onto US 129 Alternate; GA 22
1.0 mi·2 min·2nd Street
Use the left lane.
17
Turn right onto Mulberry Street
0.3 mi·58 sec·Mulberry Street
18
Arrive at destination
Mulberry Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a straightforward 1 hour and 25-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure schedule. You won't need to plan for any major stops along the way, as the route is short enough to handle in one go. Keep in mind that because you are traveling exclusively on local roads, your travel time may fluctuate depending on local traffic conditions. To ensure a smooth trip, double-check your fuel levels before leaving Union Point, as the $11 estimate assumes a direct flow of travel. Focus on navigating the turns of Veazey, Scott, and Lamb safely rather than trying to find a high-speed pace.
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 35.2 miles from Union Point, GA, or about 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 21.2 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 15 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.2 miles or 55m 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 28m
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 Union Point, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Union Point, GA
This is one driving day of about 70.4 miles and 1h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Union Point, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Gray Road Southwest for about 21.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 35.2 mi from Union Point, GA
· 55m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.01 one way
$22.02 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg25 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$12.04
$24.07
premium
$4.70
$13.03
$26.06
diesel
$5.61
$15.54
$31.09
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
21.1
0
$7.39
$3.38
Efficient EV
17.6
0
$6.16
$2.82
EV Truck/SUV
28.2
0
$9.86
$4.51
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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 16, 2026
Origin
Union Point, GA
Late night
in Union Point on Saturday
Local time
5:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Macon, GA
Late night
in Macon on Saturday
Local time
5:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
89°F
Sunny
SW 5 to 10 mph0% chanceLive 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
40 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
1h 43m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Union Point, GA to Macon, GA covers 70.4 miles and takes about 1h 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Gray Road Southwest, Greensboro Road, Gray Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 35.2 miles from Union Point, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.01 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.
This is a straightforward 1h 43m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Veazey Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 278; GA 12; GA 77 / Lamb Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 7.3 miles (GA 44 / South Main Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Union Point, GA to Macon, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
