Traveling from Arlington to Savannah covers 278.6 miles of Georgia landscape, typically taking about 4 hours and 40 minutes of driving time. Because this is a single-day trip, you can easily complete the journey in one sitting without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $45 on fuel for the trek. You will be navigating local roads like Depot Street, Newton Road, and Albany Highway rather than relying on major interstates. It is a straightforward transit across the Southeast, moving from the inland terrain of Arlington toward the coastal atmosphere of Savannah.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
131.3 miles from Arlington, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 4m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
116.8 mi
2h 6m
GA 257
34 mi
46m
GA 300
21.9 mi
27m
Leary Road
17.3 mi
24m
Cordele Road
13.8 mi
17m
Chester - Dublin Highway
12.9 mi
18m
Pioneer Road
12.9 mi
19m
Empire-Chester Highway
8.8 mi
11m
Longest stretch:
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
— 116.8 mi, about 2h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Arlington, GA and Savannah, GA.
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Start on GA 62
13 mi·19 min·Pioneer Road
2
Turn right onto GA 37; GA 62
241 ft·4 sec·Depot Street
3
Continue on GA 37; GA 62
0.1 mi·9 sec·Newton Road
4
Keep slight left at fork onto GA 37; GA 62
0.8 mi·1 min·Albany Highway
5
Continue on GA 62
17 mi·24 min·Leary Road
6
Turn left onto GA 62; GA 91
3.8 mi·5 min·Newton Road
Use the straight lane.
7
Turn right onto GA 234
3.0 mi·5 min·West Oakridge Drive
Use the right lane.
8
Continue on GA 234
0.8 mi·1 min·Moultrie Road
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi·40 sec
Toward US 19 North, GA 133 North, GA 300 North: Albany, Atlanta
10
Merge onto US 19; GA 3; GA 300
1.6 mi·2 min·Liberty Expressway
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi·33 sec
Exit 2AToward US 82 East, GA 520: Sylvester, Tifton
12
Turn straight onto US 82 Business; GA 520 Business
0.9 mi·1 min·East Oglethorpe Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on US 82 Business; GA 520 Business
0.2 mi·28 sec·Sylvester Highway
Use the straight lane.
14
Turn left onto Cordele Road
14 mi·17 min·Cordele Road
Use the left lane.
15
Continue on GA 300
22 mi·27 min·GA 300
Use the straight lane.
16
Turn left
0.3 mi·42 sec
Toward I-75 North: MaconUse the left lane.
17
Merge onto I 75
2.0 mi·2 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.4 mi·49 sec
Exit 102Toward GA 257: Cordele, HawkinsvilleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Turn right onto GA 257
25 mi·34 min·GA 257
20
Turn straight onto GA 27; GA 257
3.0 mi·4 min·Vienna Highway
21
Continue on GA 27; GA 257
0.8 mi·1 min·McCormick Avenue
22
Merge onto US 129; US 341; GA 11; GA 27; GA 230; GA 257
1.2 mi·2 min·Broad Street
23
Continue on US 341; US 129 Alternate; GA 26; GA 27; GA 112; GA 257
127 ft·8 sec·US 341; US 129 Alternate; GA 26; GA 27; GA 112; GA 257
Use the left / straight lanes.
24
Turn left onto US 129 Alternate; GA 26; GA 112; GA 257
1.3 mi·2 min·US 129 Alternate; GA 26; GA 112; GA 257
Exit 167AToward Martin Luther King Junior BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
39
Turn left onto Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
0.8 mi·2 min·Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
40
Turn left onto GA 25 Connector
0.2 mi·21 sec·West Bay Street
41
Turn uturn
117 ft·11 sec
42
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since the trip takes nearly five hours, aim to depart early in the morning to avoid fatigue and maximize your time in Savannah. You should plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refuel, keeping that $45 budget in mind as you monitor your gauge. Because this route relies entirely on local roads rather than high-speed interstates, your travel time can fluctuate depending on local traffic, so build in a little extra cushion. Pay close attention to your navigation when moving between Depot Street and Newton Road, as the turn-heavy nature of this route makes it easy to miss a transition if you aren't checking your GPS regularly.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 131.3 miles from Arlington, GA, or about 3h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 116.8 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 58 miles or 1h 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 131.3 miles or 3h 4m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Savannah, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Arlington, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Arlington, GA
This is one driving day of about 262.6 miles and 5h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 58 miles from Arlington, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway for about 116.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 27
5 decision points cluster between mile 31.1 and 262.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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31.1 mi into trip|~45m in|GA 62; GA 91 / Newton Road
Turn left onto GA 62; GA 91 / Newton Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
40.6 mi into trip|~1h in
Take the exit toward US 82 East, GA 520: Sylvester, Tifton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 2A
Toward US 82 East, GA 520: Sylvester, Tifton
8
80 mi into trip|~1h 50m in
Take the exit toward GA 257: Cordele, Hawkinsville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 102
Toward GA 257: Cordele, Hawkinsville
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261.5 mi into trip|~5h 30m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 167A
Toward Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
7
262.6 mi into trip|~5h 33m in
Turn uturn
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$41.06 one way
$82.13 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg92 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$44.90
$89.80
premium
$4.70
$48.60
$97.20
diesel
$5.61
$57.98
$115.96
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$41
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$66–$91
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 91.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
78.8
0
$27.57
$12.60
Efficient EV
65.7
0
$22.98
$10.50
EV Truck/SUV
105
1
$36.76
$16.81
Gas CO2
92 kg
EV CO2
31 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026
Origin
Arlington, GA
Late night
in Arlington on Tuesday
Local time
5:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Savannah, GA
Late night
in Savannah on Tuesday
Local time
5:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
27 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 33m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route features zero percent highway usage, meaning you will navigate surface streets and local connectors for the entire 278.6 miles. The character of the road is winding and technical, requiring you to stay alert as you transition between local thoroughfares. While there are no long, uninterrupted stretches of open pavement, the constant changes in road direction keep the drive engaging for those who prefer backroads to high-speed transit.
68% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
42 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 116.8 mi on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway and GA 257. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 31.1 miles in near GA 62; GA 91 / Newton Road.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 27 significant decision points across 262.6 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 31.1 miles (GA 62; GA 91 / Newton Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 40.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 80 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Arlington, GA and Savannah, GA, road signs point toward Atlanta, Tifton and Hawkinsville.
Savannah is the fifth largest city in Georgia, at the northern end of the state's coast. It's famous for having one of the largest historic districts in the country.
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 33m. Total distance: 262.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 116.8 miles on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Savannah, GA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 31.1 miles (GA 62; GA 91 / Newton Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 40.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 80 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.6 hours each way, a round trip means 11.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Savannah, GA before the return drive.
