Birmingham, Alabama to Macon: Road Trip Guide & Distance

189.2 miles 304.5 km · straight line
236.5 miles estimated 380.6 km · driving distance
4h 45min estimated drive time
$23 - $28 estimated fuel cost
~53min flight time
104° ESE bearing direction

How far is Birmingham, Alabama from Macon?

The distance from Birmingham, Alabama to Macon is 189.2 miles (304.5 km) as the crow flies. Macon is located ESE of Birmingham, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 236.5 miles, taking about 4h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 53min. Both are located in United States — Birmingham, Alabama in Alabama and Macon in Georgia.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Birmingham, Alabama and Macon. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Birmingham, Alabama to Macon

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 45min $23 - $28 Flexible stops
Fly ~53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 42min $19–$35* Budget
Train ~4h 31min $28–$83* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Birmingham, Alabama & Macon

Quick Facts

Birmingham, Alabama
33.52°N, 86.80°W
America/Chicago
196m elevation
Macon
32.84°N, 83.63°W
America/New_York
112m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 63 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 131.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients