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Athens to Macon
Quick answer
The drive from Athens, GA to Macon, GA is approximately 1 hr 18 min covering about 78 miles at typical highway speeds.
Distance
78 mi
Drive time
1 hr 18 min
Midpoint
33.40°, -83.50°
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Midpoint
33.3963°, -83.4950°
Athens and Macon are about 78 miles apart — each person drives roughly 39 miles.
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