How far is Mount Zion, GA from Macon, GA?
The driving distance from Mount Zion, GA to Macon, GA is about 66.2 miles (106.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 51 miles (82.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 26m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 13m.
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.
County seat of Baldwin County, Georgia, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mount Zion and Macon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Zion and Macon.
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Start on Fairmont Road
18 m · 6 sec · Fairmont Road
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Turn right
6.9 mi · 10 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
88 m · 7 sec
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Turn right onto West Broad Street
1.1 km · 1 min · West Broad Street
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Continue on Milledgeville Highway
11.7 mi · 16 min · Milledgeville Highway
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Continue on Sparta Highway
12.3 mi · 19 min · Sparta Highway
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Continue straight
24.5 mi · 34 min
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Continue on Shurling Drive
2.7 mi · 5 min · Shurling Drive
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Turn left onto Gray Highway
1.1 km · 1 min · Gray Highway
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Turn slight left onto 2nd Street
1 mi · 2 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 Mount Zion 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.
Sparta Highway
Continue straight
24.5 mi · 00h 34m
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 Mount Zion 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 Mount Zion to Macon?
The road trip is about 66.2 miles (106.6 km) and usually takes 01h 13m 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?
Milledgeville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 30.4 miles from Mount Zion and 35.8 miles from Macon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 51 miles (82.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.2 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 4:04 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.12 one way or $16.23 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Mount Zion and Mostly Sunny near Macon.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mount Zion and Macon. Straight-line distance: 51 mi (82.08 km).
#1 Mount Zion
Mount Zion is a place in Georgia, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 33.3612500, -83.0076500 |
| Altitude | 164 |
| 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: 107 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 49m |
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 | $3.47 | $8.12 | $16.23 |
| Mid-grade | $3.94 | $9.23 | $18.46 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $10.26 | $20.53 |
| Diesel | $5.59 | $13.08 | $26.17 |
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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