How far is Ellijay, GA from Macon, GA?
Fastest route
The distance between Ellijay, Georgia 30540 and Macon, Georgia is approximately 162 miles (261 kilometers). The fastest route, considering current traffic conditions, is to take I-75 S. The estimated travel time is 2 hours and 44 minutes.
Directions
- 🚗 Start your journey by heading northeast on N Church St toward N Main St/Old Hwy 5.
- 🔀 Turn right onto N Main St/Old Hwy 5.
- ↗️ Turn right onto North Ave.
- ⤵️ Turn left onto GA-52 E/River St.
- ➡️ Turn right onto 1st Ave/Soule Bridge and continue to follow 1st Ave.
- ↪️ Turn right onto GA-5 S/GA-515 W.
- 🛣️ Follow I-575 S and I-75 S.
- 🚸 Take exit 165 from I-75 S toward Spring St in Macon.
- ➡️ Continue onto GA-5 S/I-575 S.
- 🔀 Keep right at the fork to stay on I-575 S.
- 🔀 Keep right at the fork to stay on I-575 S.
- 🔀 Keep right at the fork to stay on I-575 S.
- 🔀 Keep right to stay on I-75 S, following signs for I-85 S/Atlanta.
- ⤵️ Continue onto Horace E. Tate Fwy. ↰️ 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.
- ⤵️ Continue on Spring St and turn right onto Riverside Dr.
- ⤴️ Pass by Krystal (on the right).
- 🔀 Turn right onto Mulberry St.
- 🔀 Keep right to stay on Mulberry St.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🛣️ Plan your trip in advance to ensure a smooth journey.
- 📉 Check for real-time traffic updates before leaving to avoid delays.
- ⛽ Make sure your vehicle has enough fuel for the journey.
- 🚸 Follow the speed limits and traffic regulations for a safe drive.
- 📱 Use a navigation app or GPS device for accurate directions.
- 🍽️ Consider taking breaks during the journey to rest and grab a meal.
- 🚗 Keep essential supplies like water, snacks, and a first aid kit in your vehicle.
- 🧭 Familiarize yourself with the route and landmarks to stay on track.
- 💡 Use headlights and indicators when necessary to signal your intentions.
- 🚧 Be aware of construction zones or road closures along the way.
- 🕒 Allow extra time in case of unexpected traffic or detours.
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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 02h 42m.
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.
The most populous city in Georgia and the center of the Atlanta metropolitan area.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ellijay and Macon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ellijay and Macon.
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Start on North Church Street
128 m · 24 sec · North Church Street
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Turn left onto North Main Street
126 m · 15 sec · North Main Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 5 toward Northside Square
95 m · 18 sec · River Street
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Exit the rotary onto River Street
1.4 km · 2 min · River Street
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5
Turn slight right
135 m · 13 sec
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Take the ramp slight right
44 m · 4 sec
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Merge slight left onto APD Highway
24.8 mi · 31 min · APD Highway
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Continue on A P D Highway
10.1 mi · 11 min · A P D Highway
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9
Continue on Phillip Landrum Memorial Highway
10.2 mi · 11 min · Phillip Landrum Memorial Highway
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Keep slight right to continue on Phillip Landrum Memorial Highway
10.9 mi · 12 min · Phillip Landrum Memorial Highway
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Merge slight left onto Larry McDonald Memorial Highway
10.3 mi · 12 min · Larry McDonald Memorial Highway
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12
Continue on Horace E Tate Freeway
7.3 mi · 9 min · Horace E Tate Freeway
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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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15
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 Ellijay 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 Ellijay and Sunny near Macon.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ellijay to Macon?
The road trip is about 161.9 miles (260.6 km) and usually takes 02h 42m 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?
Atlanta is a useful midpoint, sitting about 80.8 miles from Ellijay and 81.2 miles from Macon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 137.1 miles (220.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.8 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 1:06 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.62 one way or $45.23 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Ellijay and Sunny near Macon.
Stop Ideas Near Atlanta
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Cafe 55
Atlanta City Hall
College Park Recycling Drop off Center
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Atlanta.
Peachtree Station
Gainesville
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ellijay and Macon. Straight-line distance: 137.09 mi (220.62 km).
#1 Ellijay
City in Gilmer County, Georgia, United States of America
| Population | 1,724 |
| Coordinates | 34.6948100, -84.4821500 |
| Altitude | 390 |
| 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: 261 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 01m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $22.62 | $45.23 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $25.29 | $50.58 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $27.28 | $54.56 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $32.11 | $64.23 |
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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