Birmingham, AL to Atlantic Coast Route in Statesboro, GA using Google Maps???

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I'm looking over a bike route suggested by Google Maps from Birmingham, Alabama to Statesboro, Georgia.  I plan to ride north on the Atlantic Coast Route from Statesboro.  The route takes me through Carrolton, GA, Newnan, GA, Macon, GA, then to Statesboro.  I'm considering this route because so many people have told me to stay away from Atlanta.  Would appreciate any comments/suggestions on riding in these areas or Google Map bike routes in general....or alternative routes from Birmingham to Statesboro.  Thanks