How far is Cochran, GA from Macon, GA?
The driving distance from Cochran, GA to Macon, GA is about 38.7 miles (62.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 42m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 35.3 miles (56.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 25m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 42m.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Twiggs County, Georgia, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cochran and Macon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cochran and Macon.
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Start on East Dykes Street
32 m · 8 sec · East Dykes Street
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Turn right onto Northeast 2nd Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · Northeast 2nd Street
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Continue on Golden Isles Highway
1.2 mi · 2 min · Golden Isles Highway
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Highway 87 Bypass North
588 ft · 9 sec · Highway 87 Bypass North
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Turn straight onto Golden Isles Highway
3.1 mi · 4 min · Golden Isles Highway
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Turn right onto Longstreet Church Road
2.5 mi · 4 min · Longstreet Church Road
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Continue on Longstreet Road
7.4 mi · 10 min · Longstreet Road
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At the end of the road, turn left
125 m · 8 sec
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Turn right
2 mi · 3 min
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Continue on Jeffersonville
1640 ft · 28 sec
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Turn left onto I 16:west: Macon
1267 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left onto Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
21.9 mi · 24 min · Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward GA 22: Second Street, Macon
720 ft · 18 sec
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Turn right onto 2nd Street
3066 ft · 1 min · 2nd Street
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Turn right onto Mulberry Street
1713 ft · 58 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 Cochran 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.
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
Merge slight left onto Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
21.9 mi · 00h 24m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Partly Sunny leaving Cochran and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Macon.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cochran to Macon?
The road trip is about 38.7 miles (62.3 km) and usually takes 00h 42m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Jeffersonville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.5 miles from Cochran and 18.1 miles from Macon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 35.3 miles (56.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.4 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:04 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.43 one way or $10.85 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Cochran and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Macon.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cochran and Macon. Straight-line distance: 35.28 mi (56.78 km).
#1 Cochran
County seat in Bleckley County, Georgia, USA
| Population | 5,018 |
| Coordinates | 32.3868300, -83.3546100 |
| Altitude | 104 |
| 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: 62 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 28m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.96 | $5.43 | $10.85 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $6.07 | $12.14 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $6.55 | $13.09 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $7.70 | $15.41 |
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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