How far is Cumming, GA from Macon, GA?
Fastest route
The distance between Cumming, Georgia, and Macon, Georgia is approximately 122 miles (197 kilometers). The fastest route, considering current traffic conditions, is via I-75 S, which takes approximately 2 hours and 11 minutes.
Directions
- 🚗 Get on GA-400 S/US-19 S from Veterans Memorial Blvd and Buford Rd.
- 🛣 Head east toward Dahlonega St, then turn right toward Dahlonega St.
- 🗺 Turn right onto Dahlonega St and continue onto 100 East Courthouse Square/101 East Courthouse Square.
- 🌉 Continue onto Veterans Memorial Blvd and pass by Taco Bell.
- 🚦 Continue straight to stay on Buford Rd.
- 🛣 Use the right lane to merge onto GA-400 S/US-19 S via the ramp to Atlanta.
- 🛣 Continue on US-19 S. Take I-75 S to Spring St in Macon. Take exit 165 from I-75 S.
- 🛣 Merge onto GA-400 S/US-19 S, then keep left to continue on US-19 S.
- 🛣 Keep left to stay on GA-400 S and then keep left at the fork to continue on I-75 S.
- 🛣 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, then continue on Spring St.
- 🚦 Turn right onto Mulberry St and keep right to stay on Mulberry St.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🛣 Plan your trip ahead of time, considering traffic conditions and any road closures or construction.
- ⛽️ Make sure your vehicle has enough fuel for the journey.
- 🚗 Observe speed limits and drive safely throughout the trip.
- 🚧 Stay updated on current weather conditions and adjust your driving accordingly.
- 📱 Use a reliable GPS or navigation app to help you navigate the route.
- 🍽️ Consider making a pit stop for food, beverages, or restroom breaks along the way.
- 🚫 Avoid distractions while driving, such as using your phone or engaging in other activities that may divert your attention from the road.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 58m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cumming and Macon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cumming and Macon.
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Start on the route
12 m · 9 sec
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Turn sharp left onto West Courthouse Square
147 m · 15 sec · West Courthouse Square
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Continue on Castleberry Road
144 m · 13 sec · Castleberry Road
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Turn left onto Bank Avenue
128 m · 21 sec · Bank Avenue
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Turn right onto Veterans Memorial Boulevard
1.2 mi · 2 min · Veterans Memorial Boulevard
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Continue on Buford Highway
1222 ft · 25 sec · Buford Highway
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Take the ramp slight right toward US 19 South, GA 400 South
2201 ft · 54 sec
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Merge slight left onto Turner McDonald Parkway
23.5 mi · 28 min · Turner McDonald Parkway
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9
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 Cumming 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.
Sunny leaving Cumming and Sunny near Macon.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cumming to Macon?
The road trip is about 122.7 miles (197.4 km) and usually takes 01h 58m 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?
Stockbridge is a useful midpoint, sitting about 61.1 miles from Cumming and 61.5 miles from Macon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 98.9 miles (159.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.8 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 2:32 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.15 one way or $34.30 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Cumming and Sunny near Macon.
Stop Ideas Near Stockbridge
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 Stockbridge.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cumming and Macon. Straight-line distance: 98.85 mi (159.08 km).
#1 Cumming
City in Forsyth County, Georgia, USA
| Population | 6,639 |
| Coordinates | 34.2073200, -84.1401900 |
| Altitude | 371 |
| 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: 197 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 31m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $17.15 | $34.30 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $19.18 | $38.36 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $20.69 | $41.38 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $24.35 | $48.70 |
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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