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Trip from Braselton, GA to Savannah, GA

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

5h 12m

Distance

246.8 mi

397 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$39

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
4h 59m ★
6 AM
5h 12m
8 AM
5h 39m
10 AM
5h 22m
12 PM
5h 19m
3 PM
5h 23m
5 PM
5h 38m
8 PM
5h 4m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

town in Barrow, Gwinnett, Hall, and Jackson counties, Georgia, United States

Braselton, GA

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city in and county seat of Chatham County, Georgia, United States

Savannah, GA

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Trip Overview

Traveling from Braselton to Savannah covers 246.8 miles across the Southeast, typically taking about 5 hours and 12 minutes of drive time. Because this route functions as a mixed drive, you can comfortably complete it in a single day, though you should budget approximately $40 for fuel. Navigating through the heart of Georgia, you will traverse Savannah Highway, GA 24, and Carl Sanders Highway to reach the coast. While this journey is manageable as a day trip, the length makes it a significant commitment, so ensure you are prepared for several hours behind the wheel. The transition from the northern part of the state toward the southern region offers a straightforward path for those looking to reach the coast efficiently.

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

123.4 miles from Braselton, GA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 34m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Savannah Highway 38.3 mi 44m
GA 24 28.8 mi 41m
Carl Sanders Highway 23.6 mi 25m
Lexington Road 23.2 mi 29m
US 78 22.3 mi 28m
Peach Orchard Road 21.4 mi 25m
North Columbia Avenue 13.4 mi 16m
Washington Road 9.3 mi 10m
Longest stretch: Savannah Highway — 38.3 mi, about 44m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Braselton, GA and Savannah, GA.

1

Start on GA 53

219 ft · 7 sec · Green Street
2

Continue on GA 53

2.7 mi · 4 min · Washington Street
3

Continue on GA 53

3.7 mi · 5 min · GA 53
4

Turn left onto Rockwell Church Road

2.7 mi · 4 min · Rockwell Church Road
Use the left lane.
5

Enter roundabout onto GA 211

136 ft · 2 sec · GA 211
6

Continue on GA 211

2.1 mi · 2 min · GA 211
7

Turn right onto Pleasant Hill Church Road Northeast

3.7 mi · 5 min · Pleasant Hill Church Road Northeast
8

Continue on Pleasant Hill Church Road

60 ft · 4 sec · Pleasant Hill Church Road
9

Turn left onto Atlanta Highway

1.6 mi · 3 min · Atlanta Highway
10

Turn right onto Eighth Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · Eighth Street
11

Continue on Barber Creek Road

0.1 mi · 13 sec · Barber Creek Road
12

Turn left onto US 29; GA 8; GA 316

8.3 mi · 10 min · University Parkway
Use the left lane.
13

Take the exit onto US 29; US 78; GA 8

0.4 mi · 29 sec · US 29; US 78; GA 8
Toward US 29 North, US 78 East, GA 10 Loop Outer: University of Georgia, Lexington, Hartwell Use the right lane.
14

Merge onto US 29; US 78; GA 8; GA 10 Loop

6.2 mi · 7 min · Outer Loop 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Take the exit onto US 78

0.4 mi · 49 sec · US 78
Exit 8 Toward US 78, GA 10: Oconee Street, Lexington Road Use the slight right lane.
16

Continue on US 78; GA 10

1.4 mi · 2 min · Lexington Road
Use the straight lane.
17

Continue on US 78; GA 10

0.2 mi · 24 sec · Lexington Highway
18

Continue on US 78; GA 10

5.8 mi · 8 min · Lexington Road
Use the left lane.
19

Continue on US 78; GA 10

8.4 mi · 9 min · Athens Road
20

Continue on US 78; GA 10; GA 22

0.9 mi · 58 sec · Main Street
21

Continue on US 78; GA 10; GA 22

9.3 mi · 10 min · Washington Road
22

Continue on US 78; GA 10

16 mi · 18 min · Lexington Road
23

Turn right onto US 78; GA 10; GA 17

22 mi · 27 min · US 78; GA 10; GA 17
Use the straight lane.
24

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 38 sec
Toward I-20 East: Augusta Use the left lane.
25

Merge onto I 20

24 mi · 25 min · Carl Sanders Highway
Use the straight lane.
26

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 27 sec
Toward I 520 East, GA 232 Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27

Keep slight right at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward I 520 East
28

Continue on I 520

6.7 mi · 7 min · Bobby Jones Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min
Toward US 25, GA 121
30

Turn right onto US 25; GA 121; I 3 FUT

4.3 mi · 5 min · Peach Orchard Road
31

Continue on US 25; GA 121; I 3 FUT

0.3 mi · 21 sec · Nellie Drive
32

Continue on US 25; GA 121; I 3 FUT

17 mi · 20 min · Peach Orchard Road
33

Turn right onto US 25; GA 121

2.7 mi · 4 min · Liberty Street
34

Continue on GA 24

28 mi · 40 min · GA 24
35

Take the ramp onto GA 24

0.3 mi · 39 sec · GA 24
36

Merge onto US 301; GA 24; GA 73

4.4 mi · 5 min · Burton's Ferry Highway
37

Turn left onto US 301 Business; GA 73

2.6 mi · 3 min · US 301 Business; GA 73
38

At end of road, turn left onto GA 21; I 3 FUT

0.3 mi · 26 sec · Perimeter Road
39

Continue on GA 21; I 3 FUT

38 mi · 44 min · Savannah Highway
Use the straight lane.
40

Continue on GA 21; I 3 FUT

0.1 mi · 7 sec · Augusta Highway
41

Continue on GA 21; I 3 FUT

13 mi · 16 min · North Columbia Avenue
Use the straight lane.
42

Turn left onto GA 307; Alternate GA 21

1.1 mi · 1 min · Bourne Avenue
Use the left lane.
43

Turn right onto GA 25

2.2 mi · 3 min · Main Street
44

At end of road, turn left onto US 80; GA 26

465 ft · 7 sec · Main Street
45

Continue on US 80; GA 26

2.5 mi · 4 min · West Bay Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
46

Turn left

117 ft · 11 sec
47

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

To make the most of your 5-hour and 12-minute journey, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refresh. Since the trip is a single-day commitment, departing early in the morning is your best strategy to avoid fatigue and maximize your time upon arrival. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as the $40 estimated cost can fluctuate depending on your vehicle's efficiency and local prices. Given the mix of highway and local roads, stay alert for changing speed limits and traffic patterns when transitioning between the Savannah Highway and the other secondary routes. Flexibility is a key advantage here, so adjust your pace based on the flow of traffic to ensure a smooth arrival in 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 123.4 miles from Braselton, GA, or about 2h 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 38.3 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 54 miles or 1h 13m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 123.4 miles or 2h 34m 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 17m

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 Braselton, 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 Braselton, GA

This is one driving day of about 246.8 miles and 5h 12m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 54 miles from Braselton, 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 Savannah Highway for about 38.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Harlem, GA, GA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Harlem, GA

123 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Washington, GA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 54 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Augusta, GA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 123.4 miles from Braselton, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · home stretch

The Collins Quarter

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Savannah, Georgia

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch · 0min to go 0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+19127774147

Visit website

Origin Coffee Bar

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Savannah, Georgia

0.6 mi

Savannah Coffee Roasters

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Savannah, Georgia

0.6 mi

Best coffee break · home stretch

Bitty & Beau’s Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Savannah, Georgia

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch · 0min to go 0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+19123587180

Visit website

The Coffee Fox Roasting Co.

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Savannah, Georgia

0.5 mi

Hoschton Coffee Company

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Hoschton, Georgia

0.8 mi

The Collins Quarter

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+19127774147

Visit website

Origin Coffee Bar

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+19123495122

Visit website

Savannah Coffee Roasters

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+19123522994

Visit website

Maté Factor

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+19122352906

Visit website

Relic

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20

Augusta, Georgia

Hours: 8 am–2:30 pm

Visit website

Bitty & Beau’s Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+19123587180

Visit website

The Coffee Fox Roasting Co.

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+19124010399

Visit website

Hoschton Coffee Company

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10

Hoschton, Georgia

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+17068243610

Visit website

Asher + Rye Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+19122363044

Visit website

Starbucks Coffee

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 6:30 am–6 pm

+19123739099

Visit website

Revival Coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour Inexpensiv

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+19124331409

Visit website

Jennie's Victorian Coffee House and Royal Thai Tea

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 9 am–7 pm

Coffee Deli

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 6 am–5 pm

+19123527818

Visit website

Jepson Center & Telfair Children's Art Museum (CAM)

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+19127908800

Visit website

Savannah Visitor Information Center

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 9 am–4 pm

+19129440455

Visit website

Webb Military Museum

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 11 am–5 pm

+19126630398

Visit website

Graveface Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 12–7 pm

+19123358018

Visit website

The Savannah Underground

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 7–11:30 pm

+19122145310

Visit website

Sip n' Shop Tours

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 11 am–5:30 pm

+19123735501

Visit website

Wise Guys Historical Tours

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

Home stretch 3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour

Thunderbolt, Georgia

+19129128014

Visit website

Putt-Putt Fun Center®

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

Halfway reset 4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour

Augusta, Georgia

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+17068680083

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 23

5 decision points cluster between mile 6.4 and 120.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
6.4 mi into trip | ~9m in | Rockwell Church Road

Turn left onto Rockwell Church Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
7
25.6 mi into trip | ~37m in | US 29; US 78; GA 8

Take the exit onto US 29; US 78; GA 8 toward US 29 North, US 78 East, GA 10 Loop Outer: University of Georgia, Lexington, Hartwell

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the right lane. Toward US 29 North, US 78 East, GA 10 Loop Oute...
8
32.3 mi into trip | ~45m in | US 78

Take the exit onto US 78 toward US 78, GA 10: Oconee Street, Lexington Road

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 8 Toward US 78, GA 10: Oconee Street, Lexington R...
7
96.6 mi into trip | ~2h 4m in

Take the ramp toward I-20 East: Augusta

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward I-20 East: Augusta
7
120.4 mi into trip | ~2h 30m in

Take the exit toward I 520 East, GA 232

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. Toward I 520 East, GA 232

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$38.59 one way

$77.19 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 86 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $42.20 $84.40
premium $4.70 $45.68 $91.35
diesel $5.61 $54.49 $108.98

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$39

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$64–$89

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 86.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 74 0 $25.91 $11.85
Efficient EV 61.7 0 $21.60 $9.87
EV Truck/SUV 98.7 1 $34.55 $15.80

Gas CO2

86 kg

EV CO2

29 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

Braselton, GA

Late night in Braselton on Tuesday

Local time

5:10 AM

EDT

Current temp

60°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Savannah, GA

Late night in Savannah on Tuesday

Local time

5:10 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

28 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 12m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a varied experience on this trip, as the route is only 30% highway and features a mix of different road types. You will encounter a blend of faster highway stretches and more technical local roads that require your full attention. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will navigate is 38.3 miles along Savannah Highway, providing a brief period of steady driving. As you progress from your starting point, the road character shifts, keeping the drive engaging rather than monotonous. This combination of segments ensures that while you have some open road, you must also be prepared to navigate the complexities of local corridors.

30% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
47 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 38.3 mi on Savannah Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.4 miles in near Rockwell Church Road.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 246.8 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 6.4 miles (Rockwell Church Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 25.6 miles (US 29; US 78; GA 8): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32.3 miles (US 78): 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 Braselton, GA and Savannah, GA, road signs point toward Lexington and Hartwell.

Lexington

25.6 mi in | ~37m | via US 29; US 78; GA 8

Hartwell

25.6 mi in | ~37m | via US 29; US 78; GA 8

About the Cities

Arriving in Savannah, GA

Full guide →

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.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 12m. Total distance: 246.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mixed highway & surface route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 38.3 miles on Savannah Highway. 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 6.4 miles (Rockwell Church Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 25.6 miles (US 29; US 78; GA 8): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32.3 miles (US 78): 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 5.2 hours each way, a round trip means 10.4 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.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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