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

  1. 🚗 Get on GA-400 S/US-19 S from Veterans Memorial Blvd and Buford Rd.
  2. 🛣 Head east toward Dahlonega St, then turn right toward Dahlonega St.
  3. 🗺 Turn right onto Dahlonega St and continue onto 100 East Courthouse Square/101 East Courthouse Square.
  4. 🌉 Continue onto Veterans Memorial Blvd and pass by Taco Bell.
  5. 🚦 Continue straight to stay on Buford Rd.
  6. 🛣 Use the right lane to merge onto GA-400 S/US-19 S via the ramp to Atlanta.
  7. 🛣 Continue on US-19 S. Take I-75 S to Spring St in Macon. Take exit 165 from I-75 S.
  8. 🛣 Merge onto GA-400 S/US-19 S, then keep left to continue on US-19 S.
  9. 🛣 Keep left to stay on GA-400 S and then keep left at the fork to continue on I-75 S.
  10. 🛣 Keep left at the fork to stay on I-75 S, following signs for Macon.
  11. 🛣 Take exit 165 for I-16 E toward Jim L Gillis Hwy/Savannah. Keep right to continue toward Spring St.
  12. 🛣 Keep right at the fork to continue toward Spring St, then continue on Spring St.
  13. 🚦 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.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
122.63 mi
01h 58m
Flight
98.85 mi
159.08 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
98.85 mi
Kilometers
159.08 km
Flight Time
00h 11m

Driving Distance

Road route
122.63 mi
Kilometers
197.36 km
Drive Time
01h 58m

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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 58m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Macon
Thu, Apr 23, 4:17 AM EDT
Return by in Cumming
Thu, Apr 23, 6:16 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Cumming
2026-04-23T02:18
Arrive Macon
Thu, Apr 23, 4:17 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 58m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:59 AM to 11:59 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
2:32 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Cumming
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Stockbridge
GA

Town in Berkshire County, Massachusetts, United States

From Cumming
61.1 mi
00h 59m
To Macon
61.5 mi
00h 59m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
83°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph W
Destination
86°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph SW

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.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    12 m · 9 sec

  2. 2

    Turn sharp left onto West Courthouse Square

    147 m · 15 sec · West Courthouse Square

  3. 3

    Continue on Castleberry Road

    144 m · 13 sec · Castleberry Road

  4. 4

    Turn left onto Bank Avenue

    128 m · 21 sec · Bank Avenue

  5. 5

    Turn right onto Veterans Memorial Boulevard

    1.2 mi · 2 min · Veterans Memorial Boulevard

  6. 6

    Continue on Buford Highway

    1222 ft · 25 sec · Buford Highway

  7. 7

    Take the ramp slight right toward US 19 South, GA 400 South

    2201 ft · 54 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left onto Turner McDonald Parkway

    23.5 mi · 28 min · Turner McDonald Parkway

  9. 9

    Continue on T Harvey Mathis Parkway

    6.8 mi · 9 min · T Harvey Mathis Parkway

  10. 10

    Merge slight left onto Northeast Expressway

    2.9 mi · 4 min · Northeast Expressway

  11. 11

    Continue on Downtown Connector

    5 mi · 7 min · Downtown Connector

  12. 12

    Continue on James Wendell George Parkway

    2.3 mi · 3 min · James Wendell George Parkway

  13. 13

    Keep slight left

    64.8 mi · 1 hr 12 min

  14. 14

    Keep slight left to continue on Macon, Savannah

    10.5 mi · 11 min

  15. 15

    Take the exit slight right toward US 23, GA 87: Riverside Drive

    2101 ft · 55 sec

  16. 16

    Turn left onto Riverside Drive

    3.1 mi · 5 min · Riverside Drive

  17. 17

    Turn right onto Spring Street

    1122 ft · 30 sec · Spring Street

  18. 18

    Continue on Spring Street

    43 m · 4 sec · Spring Street

  19. 19

    Turn left onto Mulberry Street

    585 ft · 23 sec · Mulberry Street

  20. 20

    Continue on Mulberry Street

    625 ft · 27 sec · Mulberry Street

  21. 21

    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.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
21 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
2 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
17.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
James Wendell George Parkway
77.6 mi · 63%
Turner McDonald Parkway
23.5 mi · 19%
T Harvey Mathis Parkway
6.83 mi · 6%
Downtown Connector
5.05 mi · 4%
Riverside Drive
3.11 mi · 3%
Northeast Expressway
2.94 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

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.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 58m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 58m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+23.8 mi
98.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Stockbridge
00h 59m from Cumming
Leave By
2:32 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

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.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Stockbridge, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Stockbridge.

RAIL

Peachtree Station

32 mi away
1688 Peachtree Street, NW
RAIL

Gainesville

90 mi away
116 Industrial Boulevard

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Cumming and Macon. Straight-line distance: 98.85 mi (159.08 km).

Cumming

#1 Cumming

City in Forsyth County, Georgia, USA

Population6,639
Coordinates34.2073200, -84.1401900
Altitude371
CountryUnited States
Macon

#2 Macon

The second most populous city in Georgia.

Population152,663
Coordinates32.8406900, -83.6324000
Altitude112
CountryUnited States
Start: (-84.14019, 34.207394)
End: Mulberry Street (-83.632388, 32.840703)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 197 km by road

SpeedTime
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.

One-way fuel
4.33 gal
16.38 L · about $17.15
Round trip
$34.30
8.66 gal · 32.76 L
Estimated CO2
38.5 kg one way
Round trip: 77 kg / 170 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound 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.

Prices in Georgia · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Cumming and Macon. The current time is 02:18:14.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.