Road Trips from Savannah, GA
Looking to get out of Savannah this weekend? You've got options ranging from quick half-day trips to longer drives. Most routes stick to flat or gently rolling terrain, with a mix of mostly highway and some surface roads. You'll find opportunities to visit national parks or monuments on many of these drives, making them great for a day trip focused on history and nature. There are several destinations within a 3-4 hour window, and a couple that push towards 6-7 hours if you're looking for a more substantial drive.
Total Routes
33
Shortest
3.2h
With Parks Nearby
33
Full-day getaway
Vienna, GA
3h 37m178.6 mi one way
This is a straightforward 178.6-mile drive primarily on the highway, taking about 3.6 hours. It's a good choice if you want a simpler route with a high drive score of 9. You can visit Fort Pulaski National Monument nearby, and the terrain is mostly flat, making for an easy trip.
Gray, GA
3h 18m178.5 mi one way
At 178.5 miles and 3.3 hours, this route offers a similar distance to Vienna but a slightly shorter drive time. It also boasts a drive score of 8 and features access to both Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park and Fort Pulaski National Monument. The terrain is mostly flat.
Milledgeville, GA
3h 12m164.4 mi one way
This 164.4-mile trip takes about 3.2 hours and is a convenient option if you're looking for a slightly shorter drive than Vienna or Gray. With a drive score of 8, it also provides access to Fort Pulaski National Monument and Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park, all on mostly flat terrain.
East Griffin, GA
3h 57m215.5 mi one way
This drive covers 215.5 miles and takes approximately 4 hours. It offers a slightly longer journey than the Milledgeville option, with a drive score of 8. You'll find Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park and Fort Pulaski National Monument accessible, and the terrain is gently rolling.
Weekend trip
29 total in this range
Alto, GA
5h 27m258.2 mi one way
If you're up for a longer drive, Alto is 258.2 miles away and takes about 5.5 hours. This route has a high drive score of 9 and involves a mix of highway and surface roads. While it offers access to Fort Pulaski National Monument, the terrain shifts to gently rolling.
Homer, GA
5h 10m244.8 mi one way
This trip to Homer covers 244.8 miles and will take around 5.2 hours. It has a strong drive score of 9 and utilizes a mix of highway and surface roads. Similar to Alto, you can access Fort Pulaski National Monument, and the terrain is gently rolling.
Russell, GA
4h 57m235.3 mi one way
Russell is 235.3 miles from Savannah, with an estimated drive time of 5 hours. This route scores a 9 for the drive and uses a blend of highway and surface roads. Fort Pulaski National Monument is within reach, and the terrain is gently rolling.
Ringgold, GA
6h 27m349.1 mi one way
This is one of the longer options, spanning 349.1 miles and taking about 6.5 hours. It features a high drive score of 9 and is primarily highway. Notably, this route offers access to Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park in addition to Ocmulgee Mounds and Fort Pulaski National Monument, with gently rolling terrain.
Fort Oglethorpe, GA
6h 37m358.2 mi one way
The longest option at 358.2 miles, this drive to Fort Oglethorpe takes approximately 6.6 hours. It maintains a high drive score of 9, mostly on highways. Like the Ringgold route, it provides access to Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park, Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park, and Fort Pulaski National Monument, over mostly flat terrain.
Browse by Mood
Alto, GA
5h 27m258.2 mi one way
Homer, GA
5h 10m244.8 mi one way
Russell, GA
4h 57m235.3 mi one way
Ringgold, GA
6h 27m349.1 mi one way
Fort Oglethorpe, GA
6h 37m358.2 mi one way
Columbus, GA
4h 54m246.3 mi one way
Thomasville, GA
4h 26m242 mi one way
Cedartown, GA
5h 53m307.1 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Spring drives offer access to parks like Fort Pulaski National Monument and Ocmulgee Mounds. The mostly flat and gently rolling terrains are pleasant for travel.
Summer
Summer trips can include visits to national monuments. The mostly flat terrain makes for straightforward driving, though expect warmer temperatures.
Fall
Fall is a good time to explore the historical parks accessible from these routes. The gently rolling terrain provides varied scenery on your drive.
Winter
Winter travel is suitable for the mostly flat terrain. Access to parks like Fort Pulaski National Monument remains possible throughout the season.
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