How far is Thomson, GA from Macon, GA?
The driving distance from Thomson, GA to Macon, GA is about 94 miles (151.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 78.4 miles (126.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 37m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 48m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Pike County, Georgia, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Thomson and Macon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Thomson and Macon.
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Start on Gordon Street
23 m · 9 sec · Gordon Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
2011 ft · 1 min · Main Street
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Continue on Jackson Street
1176 ft · 37 sec · Jackson Street
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Turn right onto Hill Street
1.1 km · 60 sec · Hill Street
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Continue on Warrenton Highway
3.9 mi · 6 min · Warrenton Highway
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Continue on Thomson Highway
5.5 mi · 8 min · Thomson Highway
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Continue on East Main Street
1.2 km · 1 min · East Main Street
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Turn slight left onto Macon Highway
22.9 mi · 33 min · Macon Highway
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Continue on Broad Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · 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 Thomson 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 Thomson 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 Thomson to Macon?
The road trip is about 94 miles (151.2 km) and usually takes 01h 48m 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?
Zebulon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 44.3 miles from Thomson and 49.6 miles from Macon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 78.4 miles (126.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.6 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 2:52 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.15 one way or $26.30 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Thomson and Mostly Sunny near Macon.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Thomson and Macon. Straight-line distance: 78.42 mi (126.21 km).
#1 Thomson
City in and the county seat of McDuffie County, Georgia, United States
| Population | 6,463 |
| Coordinates | 33.4706900, -82.5045700 |
| Altitude | 162 |
| 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: 151 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 10m |
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 | $13.15 | $26.30 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $14.70 | $29.41 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $15.86 | $31.73 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $18.67 | $37.34 |
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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