How far is Ludowici, GA from Macon, GA?
The driving distance from Ludowici, GA to Macon, GA is about 154.2 miles (248.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 135.3 miles (217.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 05m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 32m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Treutlen County, Georgia, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ludowici and Macon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ludowici and Macon.
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Start on West Academy Street
21 m · 8 sec · West Academy Street
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Turn left onto South McDonald Street
1.6 km · 2 min · South McDonald Street
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Continue on Cecil Nobles Highway
14.1 mi · 19 min · Cecil Nobles Highway
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Continue straight
4.5 mi · 7 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
42 m · 3 sec
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Exit the roundabout
1.8 mi · 3 min
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Turn left onto Barnard Street
1.8 mi · 3 min · Barnard Street
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Continue on Romie Waters Highway
12.1 mi · 18 min · Romie Waters Highway
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Continue on South Main Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · South Main Street
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Turn left onto West Brazell Street
6.5 mi · 10 min · West Brazell Street
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Turn right onto Earl Kemp Road
19.2 mi · 27 min · Earl Kemp Road
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Continue on Harrington Street
2.5 mi · 3 min · Harrington Street
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Turn left onto I-16 West: Macon
1449 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left onto Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
87 mi · 1 hr 33 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 Ludowici 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
87 mi · 01h 33m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Ludowici and Mostly Sunny near Macon.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ludowici to Macon?
The road trip is about 154.2 miles (248.2 km) and usually takes 02h 32m 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?
Soperton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 76.6 miles from Ludowici and 77.7 miles from Macon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 135.3 miles (217.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.9 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 1:24 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.55 one way or $43.10 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 48.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Ludowici and Mostly Sunny near Macon.
Stop Ideas Near Soperton
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ludowici and Macon. Straight-line distance: 135.33 mi (217.8 km).
#1 Ludowici
City in Long County, Georgia, United States of America
| Population | 2,352 |
| Coordinates | 31.7079900, -81.7423400 |
| Altitude | 20 |
| 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: 248 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 55m |
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 | $21.55 | $43.10 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $24.09 | $48.19 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $25.99 | $51.98 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $30.59 | $61.19 |
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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