How far is Georgetown, GA from Macon, GA?
The driving distance from Georgetown, GA to Macon, GA is about 163.4 miles (262.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 33m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 152.3 miles (245.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 07m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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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 02h 33m.
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.
Human settlement in Emanuel County, Georgia, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Georgetown and Macon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Georgetown and Macon.
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Start on the route
22 m ยท 7 sec
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Turn right onto Chowning Drive
140 m ยท 26 sec ยท Chowning Drive
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Turn left onto Beaver Run Drive
106 m ยท 17 sec ยท Beaver Run Drive
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Turn right onto Barksdale Drive
86 m ยท 15 sec ยท Barksdale Drive
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Turn left onto Red Fox Drive
88 m ยท 13 sec ยท Red Fox Drive
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Turn left onto King George Boulevard
1.1 km ยท 1 min ยท King George Boulevard
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Take the ramp straight
2330 ft ยท 58 sec
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Merge slight left onto Abercorn Street Extension
3.9 mi ยท 6 min ยท Abercorn Street Extension
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Continue on Fort Argyle Road
7.5 mi ยท 10 min ยท Fort Argyle Road
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Turn right onto Old River Road
3.4 mi ยท 6 min ยท Old River Road
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Turn left
1966 ft ยท 48 sec
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Merge slight left onto Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
145.8 mi ยท 2 hr 36 min ยท Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward GA 22: Second Street, Macon
720 ft ยท 18 sec
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Turn right onto 2nd Street
3066 ft ยท 1 min ยท 2nd Street
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Turn right onto Mulberry Street
1713 ft ยท 58 sec ยท Mulberry Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m ยท 1 sec ยท Mulberry Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Georgetown 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
146 mi ยท 02h 36m
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.
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Georgetown and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Macon.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Georgetown to Macon?
The road trip is about 163.4 miles (262.9 km) and usually takes 02h 33m 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?
Nunez is a useful midpoint, sitting about 81.6 miles from Georgetown and 81.7 miles from Macon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 152.3 miles (245.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.1 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:22 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.40 one way or $40.80 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 51.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Georgetown and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Macon.
Stop Ideas Near Nunez
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 Nunez.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Georgetown and Macon. Straight-line distance: 152.28 mi (245.07 km).
#1 Georgetown
Georgetown is a place in Georgia, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 31.9832600, -81.2273300 |
| Altitude | 4 |
| 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: 263 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 02m |
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 | $3.54 | $20.40 | $40.80 |
| Mid-grade | $4.04 | $23.26 | $46.52 |
| Premium | $4.48 | $25.79 | $51.59 |
| Diesel | $5.66 | $32.60 | $65.20 |
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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