Distance from Houston to Macon by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Houston (TX) to Macon (GA) is 721 miles or 1161 kilometers or 626 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Houston to Macon is 817 miles (1315 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 96 miles or 154 km.

Flight distance from Houston, TX to Macon, GA in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Houston and Macon is 721 miles or 1161 km.
The nearest airport to Houston, is George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (IAH) and the nearest airport to Macon, is Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).

What is the average flight time from Houston to Macon?

Flight time from Houston, TX to Macon, GA is 1 hours 39 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Houston to Macon Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Houston, TX and Macon, GA
This map shows the distance from Houston, TX, Usa to Macon, GA, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Houston, Texas to Macon, Georgia is displayed below.

Driving distance from Houston, TX to Macon, GA

The driving distance from Houston, Texas to Macon, Georgia is 817 miles or 1315 km.
The total driving distance from Houston, TX to Macon, GA is 817 miles or 1315 kilometers. Your trip begins in Houston, Texas. It ends in Macon, Georgia.
The driving distance from Houston, Texas to Macon, Georgia is approximately 817 miles (1315 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 15 to 16 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Houston, TX to Macon, GA

How long is the drive from Houston, TX to Macon, GA?
The total driving time is 15 hours, 20 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Houston to Macon take?
Houston and Macon are 15 hours 20 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Houston and Macon

Time difference between Houston (TX) and Macon (GA) is 1 Hours.
Macon time is 1 Hours ahead of Houston.

Current local time in HoustonCurrent local time in Macon
2025-12-19, 02:44:34 CST2025-12-19, 03:44:34 EST
How Far is it Between Houston Texas, USA and Macon Georgia, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Houston, TX and Macon, GA in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 817 mi 1315 km 709.48 nmi
Straight line distance 721 mi 1161 km 626 nmi
Difference 96 mi 154 km 83 nmi

Houston Details

Houston is located in Texas, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 29° 47' 8.7'' Longitude: W 95° 23' 19.7''
Latitude29.78574
Longitude-95.38881
StateTexas
Nearest airports to Houston

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Macon Details

Macon is located in Georgia, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 32° 48' 31.8'' Longitude: W 83° 41' 39.1''
Latitude32.80884
Longitude-83.69419
StateGeorgia
Nearest airports to Macon

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Houston, TX and Macon, GA
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 27 hours 23 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 20 hours 32 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 18 hours 15 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 16 hours 26 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 14 hours 56 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 13 hours 41 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 12 hours 38 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 11 hours 44 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 10 hours 57 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 10 hours 16 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 9 hours 40 minutes