Traveling from Blakely to Savannah covers 277.3 miles across the southern portion of Georgia. Expect to spend approximately 5 hours and 56 minutes behind the wheel, making this a manageable single-day commitment for most drivers. With a fuel budget of roughly $44, it is an economical way to cross the state. You will primarily navigate via the Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway, GA 257, and GA 300. Since both cities are located within the Southeast region, the landscape remains consistent as you transition from the western side of the state toward the Atlantic coast.
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
138.7 miles from Blakely, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 16m 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
Arlington Highway
11.2 mi
16m
Longest stretch:
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
— 116.8 mi, about 2h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blakely, GA and Savannah, GA.
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Start on US 27 Business; GA 39; GA 62
0.2 mi·37 sec·US 27 Business; GA 39; GA 62
2
Continue on GA 62
1.3 mi·2 min·Magnolia Street
3
Continue on GA 62
11 mi·16 min·Arlington Highway
4
Continue on GA 62
1.3 mi·2 min·Blakely Road Southwest
5
At end of road, turn left onto GA 45; GA 216
0.7 mi·1 min·Highland Avenue South
6
Turn right onto GA 62
13 mi·19 min·Pioneer Road
7
Turn right onto GA 37; GA 62
241 ft·4 sec·Depot Street
8
Continue on GA 37; GA 62
0.1 mi·9 sec·Newton Road
9
Keep slight left at fork onto GA 37; GA 62
0.8 mi·1 min·Albany Highway
10
Continue on GA 62
17 mi·24 min·Leary Road
11
Turn left onto GA 62; GA 91
3.8 mi·5 min·Newton Road
Use the straight lane.
12
Turn right onto GA 234
3.0 mi·5 min·West Oakridge Drive
Use the right lane.
13
Continue on GA 234
0.8 mi·1 min·Moultrie Road
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi·40 sec
Toward US 19 North, GA 133 North, GA 300 North: Albany, Atlanta
15
Merge onto US 19; GA 3; GA 300
1.6 mi·2 min·Liberty Expressway
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi·33 sec
Exit 2AToward US 82 East, GA 520: Sylvester, Tifton
17
Turn straight onto US 82 Business; GA 520 Business
0.9 mi·1 min·East Oglethorpe Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
18
Continue on US 82 Business; GA 520 Business
0.2 mi·28 sec·Sylvester Highway
Use the straight lane.
19
Turn left onto Cordele Road
14 mi·17 min·Cordele Road
Use the left lane.
20
Continue on GA 300
22 mi·27 min·GA 300
Use the straight lane.
21
Turn left
0.3 mi·42 sec
Toward I-75 North: MaconUse the left lane.
22
Merge onto I 75
2.0 mi·2 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Take the exit
0.4 mi·49 sec
Exit 102Toward GA 257: Cordele, HawkinsvilleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Turn right onto GA 257
25 mi·34 min·GA 257
25
Turn straight onto GA 27; GA 257
3.0 mi·4 min·Vienna Highway
26
Continue on GA 27; GA 257
0.8 mi·1 min·McCormick Avenue
27
Merge onto US 129; US 341; GA 11; GA 27; GA 230; GA 257
1.2 mi·2 min·Broad Street
28
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.
29
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.
44
Turn left onto Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
0.8 mi·2 min·Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
45
Turn left onto GA 25 Connector
0.2 mi·21 sec·West Bay Street
46
Turn uturn
117 ft·11 sec
47
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
To keep your 6-hour drive comfortable, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refuel. Since you are looking at a nearly 6-hour travel time, departing early in the morning is your best strategy to avoid afternoon traffic near your destination. Keep your $44 fuel estimate in mind, but consider topping off your tank before hitting the longest 116.8-mile stretch to ensure you have plenty of buffer. Because this is a one-day trip, your flexibility is a major advantage; you can easily adjust your pace to accommodate road conditions or construction. Prioritize checking the status of GA 257 and GA 300 before you leave, as these connectors will dictate the flow of your final approach into Savannah.
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 138.7 miles from Blakely, GA, or about 3h 16m 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 61 miles or 1h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 138.7 miles or 3h 16m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h
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 Blakely, 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 Blakely, GA
This is one driving day of about 277.3 miles and 5h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 61 miles from Blakely, 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 30
5 decision points cluster between mile 45.8 and 277.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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45.8 mi into trip|~1h 8m 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
55.3 mi into trip|~1h 23m 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
94.7 mi into trip|~2h 13m 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
8
276.2 mi into trip|~5h 53m 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
277.3 mi into trip|~5h 56m in
Turn uturn
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$43.36 one way
$86.73 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg97 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$47.41
$94.83
premium
$4.70
$51.32
$102.64
diesel
$5.61
$61.22
$122.45
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$43
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$68–$93
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 97 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
83.2
1
$29.12
$13.31
Efficient EV
69.3
0
$24.26
$11.09
EV Truck/SUV
110.9
1
$38.82
$17.75
Gas CO2
97 kg
EV CO2
32 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 17, 2026
Origin
Blakely, GA
Night
in Blakely on Saturday
Local time
9:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Savannah, GA
Night
in Savannah on Saturday
Local time
9:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Mostly Clear
SW 6 mph0% chanceLive forecast
54°F
Ashburn, GA
139 mi in
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
11 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 56m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Fort Pulaski National Monument
National Monument
For much of the 19th century, masonry fortifications were the United States’ main defense against overseas enemies. However, during the Civil War, new technology proved its superiority over these fort...
10 mi from route
~26 min detour
$10
near mile 277.3
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 64% of your journey spent on high-speed routes. You will find yourself settling in for long stretches, particularly during the 116.8-mile segment along the Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway. While the route offers a steady pace, the transition between the parkway and secondary roads like GA 257 and GA 300 requires you to stay alert for changes in speed limits and road design. The driving experience is straightforward, favoring efficiency over technical curves, which allows you to cover the total distance without excessive fatigue.
64% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
47 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 45.8 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 30 significant decision points across 277.3 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 45.8 miles (GA 62; GA 91 / Newton Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 55.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 94.7 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 Blakely, GA and Savannah, GA, road signs point toward Atlanta, Tifton and Hawkinsville.
Atlanta
53.4 mi in|~1h 20m
Tifton
55.3 mi in|~1h 23m
Hawkinsville
94.7 mi in|~2h 13m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 56m. Total distance: 277.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 56m 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.
Yes — we found about 17 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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. There are 17 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 45.8 miles (GA 62; GA 91 / Newton Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 55.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 94.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Fort Pulaski National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.9 hours each way, a round trip means 11.9 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.
