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Summer Road Trips in Georgia

Routes

30

Avg Distance

330 mi

Avg Drive

6h 14m

Destinations

15

Georgia in the summer offers a diverse range of driving experiences, with 30 routes averaging 330 miles and nearly 7 hours. While most trips focus on highways, some boast excellent EV coverage with up to 42 DC fast chargers. You'll find plenty of opportunities for nature stops, with all highlighted routes featuring park access.

Planning Tips

Carry extra water — summer heat in the car and at rest stops dehydrates faster than you think.
Start drives early or late to avoid peak afternoon heat, especially through desert or plains stretches.
Check your tire pressure before long summer drives — hot pavement increases blowout risk with underinflated tires.

Frequently Asked Questions

We've identified 30 routes in Georgia that work well for summer travel, based on drive quality, typical weather conditions, and distance (averaging 330 miles).

Drive times and distances come from actual road network data via OSRM. Fuel costs use current state-level gas prices. Drive scores factor in elevation profile, road variety, and terrain. All data is recalculated regularly.

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.

Summer Routes

Editor's pick

St. Marys, GA → Alpharetta, GA

368.5 mi 6h 52m Score: 8/10

This 368-mile drive scores an 8, making it a solid highway-focused option. With park access along the way, it's a great choice for summer exploration.

Editor's pick

St. Marys, GA → Johns Creek, GA

364.8 mi 6h 49m Score: 8/10

A high drive score of 8 and excellent EV coverage with 42 DC fast chargers set this 364-mile route apart. Enjoy numerous park opportunities on this predominantly highway journey.

Editor's pick

Brunswick, GA → Gainesville, GA

356.4 mi 6h 34m Score: 8/10

This 356-mile trip offers a strong drive score of 8 and includes access to parks. It's a highway-focused route perfect for summer travel.

Mount Vernon, GA → Savannah, GA

356.1 mi 6h 47m Score: 8/10

St. Marys, GA → Brookhaven, GA

352.3 mi 6h 34m Score: 8/10

LaFayette, GA → Savannah, GA

348.2 mi 6h 37m Score: 8/10

Blue Ridge, GA → Savannah, GA

340.6 mi 6h 23m Score: 9/10

Alpharetta, GA → Saint Simons Island, GA

339.1 mi 6h 24m Score: 8/10

Dalton, GA → Savannah, GA

336 mi 6h 14m Score: 8/10

Chatsworth, GA → Savannah, GA

333.7 mi 6h 23m Score: 8/10

Brunswick, GA → Alpharetta, GA

333.2 mi 6h 13m Score: 8/10

California, GA → Dock Junction, GA

330.7 mi 6h 11m Score: 8/10

Johns Creek, GA → Brunswick, GA

329.8 mi 6h 10m Score: 8/10

Roswell, GA → Brunswick, GA

328.7 mi 6h 9m Score: 8/10

Ellijay, GA → Savannah, GA

326.2 mi 6h 6m Score: 9/10

Marietta, GA → Brunswick, GA

326.1 mi 6h 4m Score: 8/10

Peachtree Corners, GA → Brunswick, GA

324.8 mi 6h 1m Score: 8/10

Kingsland, GA → Peachtree Corners, GA

323.4 mi 6h 24m Score: 9/10

Resaca, GA → Savannah, GA

321.4 mi 5h 57m Score: 8/10

Albany, GA → Dade County, GA

318.9 mi 6h 6m Score: 10/10

California, GA → Darien, GA

317.8 mi 5h 57m Score: 8/10

Rome, GA → Savannah, GA

317.2 mi 6h Score: 8/10

Young Harris, GA → Savannah, GA

315.3 mi 6h 40m Score: 9/10

California, GA → Folkston, GA

314.7 mi 6h 13m Score: 9/10

Darien, GA → Johns Creek, GA

313.2 mi 5h 50m Score: 8/10

Darien, GA → Roswell, GA

312.8 mi 5h 51m Score: 8/10

Roswell, GA → Darien, GA

312.2 mi 5h 48m Score: 8/10

Lookout Mountain, GA → Minnesota, GA

310.7 mi 6h 2m Score: 8/10

Bowdon, GA → Savannah, GA

310.7 mi 5h 46m Score: 8/10

Darien, GA → Sandy Springs, GA

309 mi 5h 41m Score: 8/10

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