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Fall Road Trips in Georgia

Routes

30

Avg Distance

317 mi

Avg Drive

6h 2m

Destinations

25

Fall in Georgia means more than just changing leaves. You can find drives with a drive score up to 9, traversing gently rolling or mostly flat terrain with max elevations around 1,100 feet. Many routes offer access to parks, and some boast excellent EV charging coverage with up to 26 DC fast chargers. These trips average 317 miles and over 6 hours, perfect for a fall escape.

Fuel snapshot for this state

Regular

$4.04/gal

Diesel: $5.35/gal

Typical trip cost

$45–$62

One-way, ~317 mi avg @ 25.4 MPG

CO₂ per trip

~111 kg

ICE vehicle, one-way average

Source: US Energy Information Administration • week of 2026-06-01

Climate through the year: Georgia

Georgia peaks at around 90°F in Jul and cools to 54°F / 36°F in Jan. Wettest month is Jul at ~4.8 in of rain. Table highlights Fall months.

Month High °F Low °F Rain in Snow in
Jan 54 36 4.6 1
Feb 58 39 4.6 0.4
Mar 66 45 4.7 0.4
Apr 74 53 3.8 —
May 81 61 3.6 —
Jun 87 69 4.5 —
Jul 90 72 4.8 —
Aug 89 71 4.3 —
Sep peak 84 66 3.8 —
Oct peak 74 55 3.3 —
Nov peak 64 44 4 —
Dec 56 38 4.6 0.4

Source: NOAA NCEI Monthly Climate Normals, 1991–2020 reference period. Sampled at the major-airport station for GA — microclimates along specific routes can vary significantly.

Planning Tips

Frequently Asked Questions

We've identified 30 routes in Georgia that work well for fall travel, based on drive quality, typical weather conditions, and distance (averaging 317 miles).
Current regular gas averages $4.04/gallon in Georgia (week of 2026-06-01). Diesel: $5.35/gallon. A typical one-way trip on these routes costs between $45 and $62. Source: US Energy Information Administration.
Across Sep, Oct, Nov, Georgia typically sees daytime highs in the 64–84°F range with about 3.7 in of rain per month on average. Based on NOAA 1991–2020 monthly climate normals.
Drive times and distances come from OSRM routing over real OpenStreetMap road networks. Fuel costs use weekly US Energy Information Administration state-level gas prices. Drive scores factor in elevation profile, road variety, and terrain. EV charging data is sourced from NREL. Climate normals come from NOAA NCEI (1991–2020 reference period). Hazard data comes from FEMA and USGS public feeds.
Yes. Click any route to see its full trip page with turn-by-turn directions, fuel cost estimates, elevation profile, stop suggestions, weather conditions, and more.

Fall Routes

Editor's pick

St. Marys, GA → Alpharetta, GA

368.5 mi 6h 52m Score: 8/10 ~$62 fuel

Through: Savannah → Birmingham → Cumming

5 tricky spots High drive quality

This 368-mile drive scores an 8, offering gently rolling terrain and park access. It's a solid highway cruise through the state.

Editor's pick

St. Marys, GA → Johns Creek, GA

364.8 mi 6h 49m Score: 8/10 ~$58 fuel

Through: Savannah → Greenville

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Another 8-score route, this 364-mile option also features gently rolling terrain and park access, making for a dependable journey.

Editor's pick

Savannah, GA → Fort Oglethorpe, GA

358.2 mi 6h 37m Score: 9/10 ~$60 fuel

Through: Birmingham → Chattanooga → Kennesaw

5 tricky spots High drive quality

With a high drive score of 9, this 358-mile route stands out for its excellent EV coverage, including 26 DC fast chargers, and mostly flat terrain.

St. Marys, GA → Brookhaven, GA

352.3 mi 6h 34m Score: 8/10 ~$59 fuel

Through: Savannah → Birmingham

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Savannah, GA → Ringgold, GA

349.1 mi 6h 27m Score: 9/10 ~$56 fuel

Through: Birmingham → Chattanooga → Kennesaw

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Savannah, GA → Varnell, GA

346.9 mi 6h 26m Score: 9/10 ~$55 fuel

Through: Birmingham → Chattanooga → Kennesaw

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Alpharetta, GA → Saint Simons Island, GA

339.1 mi 6h 24m Score: 8/10 ~$57 fuel

Through: Macon → Savannah → Jacksonville

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Alpharetta, GA → Brunswick, GA

332.9 mi 6h 12m Score: 8/10 ~$53 fuel

Through: Macon → Savannah → Jacksonville

5 tricky spots High drive quality

California, GA → Dock Junction, GA

330.7 mi 6h 11m Score: 8/10 ~$55 fuel

Through: Greenville → Macon → Montgomery +2 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Johns Creek, GA → Brunswick, GA

329.8 mi 6h 10m Score: 8/10 ~$55 fuel

Through: Macon → Savannah → Jacksonville

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Roswell, GA → Brunswick, GA

328.7 mi 6h 9m Score: 8/10 ~$55 fuel

Through: Macon → Savannah → Jacksonville

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Albany, GA → Dade County, GA

318.9 mi 6h 6m Score: 10/10 ~$53 fuel

Through: Birmingham → Chattanooga → Kennesaw +1 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

California, GA → Darien, GA

317.8 mi 5h 57m Score: 8/10 ~$53 fuel

Through: Greenville → Macon → Montgomery +2 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Albany, GA → Trenton, GA

317.5 mi 6h 2m Score: 10/10 ~$51 fuel

Through: Birmingham → Chattanooga → Kennesaw +1 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Savannah, GA → Cave Spring, GA

316.5 mi 6h 9m Score: 8/10 ~$53 fuel

Through: Birmingham → Augusta → Austell

5 tricky spots High drive quality

California, GA → Folkston, GA

314.7 mi 6h 13m Score: 9/10 ~$50 fuel

Through: Greenville → Macon → Montgomery

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Alpharetta, GA → Folkston, GA

313.4 mi 6h 7m Score: 9/10 ~$50 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Lookout Mountain, GA → Minnesota, GA

310.7 mi 6h 2m Score: 8/10 ~$52 fuel

Through: Albany → Tifton

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Savannah, GA → Cedartown, GA

307.1 mi 5h 53m Score: 8/10 ~$51 fuel

Through: Birmingham → Augusta → Austell

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Savannah, GA → Rydal, GA

301.8 mi 5h 37m Score: 8/10 ~$51 fuel

Through: Birmingham → Chattanooga → Kennesaw

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Albany, GA → Lookout Mountain, GA

301.2 mi 5h 46m Score: 9/10 ~$48 fuel

Through: Birmingham → Chattanooga → Kennesaw +1 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Albany, GA → Chickamauga, GA

299.1 mi 5h 44m Score: 10/10 ~$48 fuel

Through: Birmingham → Chattanooga → Kennesaw

5 tricky spots High drive quality

California, GA → Tybee Island, GA

293 mi 5h 40m Score: 8/10 ~$47 fuel

Through: Greenville → Macon → Montgomery +1 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Augusta, GA → Donalsonville, GA

292.9 mi 6h 13m Score: 9/10 ~$49 fuel

Through: Albany → Moultrie → Marine Corps Logistics Base

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Johns Creek, GA → Tybee Island, GA

288.5 mi 5h 34m Score: 8/10 ~$46 fuel

Through: Macon → Savannah

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Savannah, GA → Temple, GA

287.6 mi 5h 19m Score: 8/10 ~$46 fuel

Through: Birmingham → Augusta

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Augusta, GA → Boston, GA

285.7 mi 5h 52m Score: 9/10 ~$45 fuel

Through: Moultrie → Nashville

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Savannah, GA → Holly Springs, GA

285 mi 5h 16m Score: 8/10 ~$45 fuel

Through: Birmingham → Chattanooga

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Minnesota, GA → Blue Ridge, GA

284.3 mi 5h 33m Score: 10/10 ~$48 fuel

Through: Birmingham → Chattanooga

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Augusta, GA → Trenton, GA

283.3 mi 5h 17m Score: 8/10 ~$47 fuel

Through: Turner Field → Chattanooga → Kennesaw +1 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

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