How far is Sylvester, GA from Macon, GA?
The driving distance from Sylvester, GA to Macon, GA is about 100.5 miles (161.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 91.3 miles (146.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 09m 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 01h 34m.
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
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City in Dooly County, Georgia, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sylvester and Macon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sylvester and Macon.
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Start on the route
35 m · 14 sec
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Turn left onto East Franklin Street
138 m · 18 sec · East Franklin Street
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Turn left onto North Main Street
1947 ft · 47 sec · North Main Street
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Continue on Ashburn Highway
549 ft · 14 sec · Ashburn Highway
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Turn left onto Cordele Road
26.4 mi · 36 min · Cordele Road
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Turn left
1.5 km · 1 min
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Turn left onto GA 300 North
2206 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
1.6 mi · 2 min
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Turn left onto I-75 North: Macon
1745 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left
57.1 mi · 1 hr 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Fall Line Freeway
7.2 mi · 8 min · Fall Line Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 41 Business, GA 19: Downtown
634 ft · 16 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 41 Business South: Downtown, Mercer University
106 m · 8 sec
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Turn straight onto Forsyth Street
2102 ft · 1 min · Forsyth Street
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Turn left onto College Street
1818 ft · 57 sec · College Street
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Turn right onto Georgia Avenue
1744 ft · 50 sec · Georgia Avenue
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Continue on 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 Sylvester 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.
I-75 North
Merge slight left
57.1 mi · 01h 01m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Sylvester and Chance Rain Showers near Macon.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sylvester to Macon?
The road trip is about 100.5 miles (161.8 km) and usually takes 01h 34m 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?
Unadilla is a useful midpoint, sitting about 48.2 miles from Sylvester and 52.4 miles from Macon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 91.3 miles (146.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.2 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:20 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.06 one way or $28.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Sylvester and Chance Rain Showers near Macon.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sylvester and Macon. Straight-line distance: 91.29 mi (146.91 km).
#1 Sylvester
Human settlement in Worth County, Georgia, United States of America
| Population | 5,690 |
| Coordinates | 31.5309200, -83.8369300 |
| Altitude | 118 |
| 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: 162 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 15m |
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 | $14.06 | $28.12 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $15.72 | $31.45 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $16.96 | $33.92 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $19.97 | $39.93 |
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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