How far is Alpharetta, GA from Macon, GA?
Fastest route
Here are some tips and suggestions for your trip from Alpharetta, Georgia, to Macon, Georgia:
Directions
- 🚗 Head west on Academy St toward N Main St.
- 🚦 Turn left at the 1st cross street onto S Main St.
- 🛣️ Use the 2nd from the left lane to turn left onto Old Milton Pkwy.
- ➡️ Turn right onto Haynes Bridge Rd.
- ➡️ Turn right onto Mansell Rd.
- ⤵️ Turn left onto Old Alabama Rd Con.
- ⤵️ Turn left onto Old Alabama Rd.
- ➡️ Turn right onto Nesbit Ferry Rd.
- 🚦 Use any lane to turn left onto GA-140/Holcomb Bridge Rd.
- ➡️ Turn right onto River Exchange Dr.
- ➡️ Turn right onto Spalding Dr.
- ⤵️ Turn left onto Winters Chapel Rd.
- ➡️ Turn right onto Peachtree Industrial Blvd.
- 🚗 Use the left lane to merge onto GA-141 S via the ramp to I-285/Chamblee/Atlanta.
- 🛣️ Follow GA-141 S until you reach I-285 E.
- ➡️ Keep left to stay on I-285 E.
- 🚗 Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 52 for I-675 S toward Macon.
- ⤵️ Keep left at the fork to stay on I-75 S, following signs for Macon.
- ➡️ Take exit 165 for I-16 E toward Jim L Gillis Hwy/Savannah.
- ⤴️ Keep right to continue toward Spring St.
- ⤴️ Keep right at the fork to continue toward Spring St.
- ➡️ Continue on Spring St.
- 🛣️ Take New St to Mulberry St.
- ➡️ Turn right onto Spring St.
- ⤵️ Use the 2nd from the left lane to turn left onto Riverside Dr, passing by Krystal on the right.
- ➡️ Turn right onto Mulberry St.
- ⤴️ Keep right to stay on Mulberry St.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Plan for a total travel time of approximately 2 hours and 7 minutes to cover the 110 miles (177 kilometers) between Alpharetta and Macon.
- ⛽ Make sure to fill up your gas tank before starting your journey to avoid any inconveniences.
- 🚦 Check the traffic conditions and plan your departure accordingly to avoid congestion on the way.
- 🛣️ Follow the directions carefully to stay on the fastest route via I-75 S.
- 📱 Use a reliable navigation app to get real-time updates on traffic and potential detours.
- 🍴 Consider stopping for a meal or snack along the way to refresh and stay energized during the drive.
- 🛑 Take breaks during the journey, especially on long stretches, to stretch your legs and avoid fatigue.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 47m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in and the county seat of Henry County, Georgia, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Alpharetta and Macon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alpharetta and Macon.
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Start on Academy Street
42 m · 11 sec · Academy Street
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Turn left onto South Main Street
1750 ft · 32 sec · South Main Street
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Turn left onto Old Milton Parkway
937 ft · 24 sec · Old Milton Parkway
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Turn right onto Haynes Bridge Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Haynes Bridge Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward US 19 South, GA 400 South
2314 ft · 57 sec
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Merge slight left onto Turner McDonald Parkway
11 mi · 13 min · Turner McDonald Parkway
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Continue on T Harvey Mathis Parkway
6.8 mi · 9 min · T Harvey Mathis Parkway
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Merge slight left onto Northeast Expressway
2.9 mi · 4 min · Northeast Expressway
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Continue on Downtown Connector
5 mi · 7 min · Downtown Connector
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Continue on James Wendell George Parkway
2.3 mi · 3 min · James Wendell George Parkway
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Keep slight left
64.8 mi · 1 hr 12 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Macon, Savannah
10.5 mi · 11 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 23, GA 87: Riverside Drive
2101 ft · 55 sec
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Turn left onto Riverside Drive
3.1 mi · 5 min · Riverside Drive
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Turn right onto Spring Street
1122 ft · 30 sec · Spring Street
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Continue on Spring Street
43 m · 4 sec · Spring Street
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Turn left onto Mulberry Street
585 ft · 23 sec · Mulberry Street
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Continue on Mulberry Street
625 ft · 27 sec · Mulberry Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Mulberry Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Alpharetta and Macon.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
James Wendell George Parkway
Keep slight left
64.8 mi · 01h 12m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny leaving Alpharetta and Mostly Sunny near Macon.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Alpharetta to Macon?
The road trip is about 109.9 miles (176.9 km) and usually takes 01h 47m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
McDonough is a useful midpoint, sitting about 54.7 miles from Alpharetta and 55.1 miles from Macon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 93.5 miles (150.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.4 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:56 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.37 one way or $30.74 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Alpharetta and Mostly Sunny near Macon.
Stop Ideas Near McDonough
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to McDonough.
Peachtree Station
Gainesville
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Alpharetta and Macon. Straight-line distance: 93.45 mi (150.39 km).
#1 Alpharetta
The most populous city in Fulton County, Georgia.
| Population | 67,897 |
| Coordinates | 34.0753800, -84.2940900 |
| Altitude | 347 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Macon
The second most populous city in Georgia.
| Population | 152,663 |
| Coordinates | 32.8406900, -83.6324000 |
| Altitude | 112 |
| Country | United States |
End: Mulberry Street (-83.632388, 32.840703)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 177 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 22m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $15.37 | $30.74 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $17.18 | $34.37 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $18.54 | $37.08 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $21.82 | $43.64 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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