How far is Stone Mountain, GA from Macon, GA?
Fastest route
The distance between Stone Mountain, Georgia and Macon, Georgia is approximately 89.3 miles (144 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 1 hour and 55 minutes via State Hwy 11 S. Here are some tips and suggestions for your journey:
Directions
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🛣️ Start your journey by heading west on E Mountain St toward Main St.
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🚦 At the first cross street, turn left onto Main St.
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🚸 Continue onto N Stone Mountain Lithonia Rd and pass by AutoZone Auto Parts on the left after 0.8 miles.
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🔄 Take a slight left onto S Stone Mountain Lithonia Rd.
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➡️ Turn right onto Phillips Rd.
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➡️ Then, turn right onto Evans Mill Rd.
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⤴️ Merge onto I-20 E via the left lane and take exit 90 toward Covington.
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🚧 Continue onto Access Rd/U.S.278 NW and make a right onto Turner Lake Rd NW at the traffic circle.
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⤵️ Follow Turner Lake Rd NW and turn right onto Washington St SW.
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⤴️ Take a left onto Flat Shoals Rd SW.
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⤴️ Then, turn left onto Henderson Mill Rd.
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⤵️ Turn right onto State Hwy 11 S/Maddox St, and take a slight right to stay on College St.
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⤵️ College St will slightly turn left and become W Greene St, then turn right onto Forsyth St.
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⤴️ Turn left onto W Washington St, and finally, turn right onto State Hwy 11 S/Hillsboro St/Macon Rd.
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⤴️ Continue on State Hwy 11 S and turn right onto Greene Settlement Rd.
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🛣️ Continue straight to stay on US-129 S.
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⤵️ Use the second lane from the left to turn left onto Riverside Dr, pass by Krystal on the right.
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⤴️ Turn right onto Mulberry St, and keep right to stay on Mulberry St.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Plan your trip according to the estimated travel time of 1 hour and 55 minutes.
- ⛽ Make sure your vehicle has enough fuel for the journey.
- 🚧 Check for any road closures or construction updates before you start.
- 📱 Use a navigation app or GPS to help you stay on the right track.
- 🍽️ Pack some snacks and water for the road to stay refreshed.
- 🚘 Observe traffic rules and drive safely throughout your journey.
- 🛣️ Enjoy the scenic drive and have a pleasant trip to Macon!
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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 01h 31m.
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.
City in Henry County, Georgia, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Stone Mountain and Macon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stone Mountain and Macon.
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Start on East Mountain Street
40 m · 9 sec · East Mountain Street
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Turn right onto Main Street
1298 ft · 31 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto James B. Rivers Memorial Drive
1 km · 1 min · James B. Rivers Memorial Drive
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Turn left onto Memorial Drive
4.4 mi · 7 min · Memorial Drive
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Turn left onto I 285 South
2676 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
9.6 mi · 11 min · Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
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Take the exit slight right toward I 675 South: Macon
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Continue on Terrell Starr Parkway
10.2 mi · 12 min · Terrell Starr Parkway
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Merge slight left
49.3 mi · 53 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 Stone Mountain 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.
Terrell Starr Parkway
Merge slight left
49.3 mi · 00h 53m
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 Stone Mountain and Clear near Macon.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Stone Mountain to Macon?
The road trip is about 95.6 miles (153.9 km) and usually takes 01h 31m 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?
Locust Grove is a useful midpoint, sitting about 45.3 miles from Stone Mountain and 50.3 miles from Macon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 73.7 miles (118.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.9 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 3:28 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.39 one way or $26.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Stone Mountain and Clear near Macon.
Stop Ideas Near Locust Grove
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 Locust Grove.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Stone Mountain and Macon. Straight-line distance: 73.71 mi (118.62 km).
#1 Stone Mountain
City in DeKalb County, Georgia, United States
| Population | 6,312 |
| Coordinates | 33.8081600, -84.1702000 |
| Altitude | 318 |
| 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: 154 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 11m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $13.39 | $26.78 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $14.97 | $29.94 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $16.15 | $32.30 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $19.01 | $38.02 |
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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