How far is Macon, GA from Gainesville, GA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Macon and Gainesville is 101.28 miles (163 km).
Flight distance from Macon, GA to Gainesville, GA is 101.28 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 16 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 14 minutes to travel from Macon to Gainesville with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Macon, Georgia to Gainesville, Georgia is: 133.16 miles (214.3 km) by car.
Driving from Macon to Gainesville will take approximately 02 hours 12 minutes.
#1 Macon
The second most populous city in Georgia. It is located on the Ocmulgee River in central Georgia. Macon is known for its many music venues, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Ocmulgee National Monument and the Hay House Museum.
| Population | 152663 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 32°50'26"N 83°37'57"W |
| Latitude | 32.8406900 |
| Longitude | -83.6324000 |
| Altitude | 112 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gainesville
The most populous city in Hall County, Georgia. It is located on the banks of Lake Lanier in the northeastern part of the state. Gainesville is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Gainesville Historical Society and the Gainesville Arts Alliance.
| Population | 44213 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 34°17'52"N 83°49'27"W |
| Latitude | 34.2978800 |
| Longitude | -83.8240700 |
| Altitude | 381 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Gainesville: Green Street (-83.824068,34.297881)
Estimated Travel Time Between Macon and Gainesville
The distance between Macon and Gainesville is 214 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 22 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Macon and Gainesville. The current time is 22:51:46.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04 hours 26 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03 hours 19 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 39 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 13 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 54 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 46 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 39 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 17.79 liters (4.7 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Macon and Gainesville.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Macon to Gainesville is $14.07 (diesel $19.17).
Georgia gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3 | $3.43 | $3.82 | $4.08 |
| Total | $14.07 | $16.14 | $17.95 | $19.17 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Georgia ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $2.995 (Diesel $4.079) /gallon. Last changed prices on July 11, 2025.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Macon and Gainesville (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
Distance to Other Cities
Driving distance from California, GA to Macon 112.46 miles (181 km)
Driving distance from Minnesota, GA to Macon 117.11 miles (188 km)
