Traveling between Brunswick and Savannah covers 77.9 miles, making this a quick 1-hour and 31-minute journey through the Southeast corner of Georgia. Because the trip is relatively short, you can easily complete it in a single day, leaving plenty of time to explore upon arrival. Budgeting about $12 for fuel should cover your needs for this direct transit. You will primarily utilize I-95, the Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway, and Newcastle Street to navigate the route. Whether you are heading north for a weekend getaway or a quick business trip, the accessibility of this drive makes it a highly efficient connection between these two coastal cities.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
39 miles from Brunswick, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 46m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
62.1 mi
1h 7m
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
8.3 mi
10m
Newcastle Street
2.4 mi
3m
New Jesup Highway
1.8 mi
3m
Norwich Street
0.9 mi
1m
Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
0.8 mi
2m
Gloucester Street
0.2 mi
<1m
West Bay Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 62.1 mi, about 1h 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brunswick, GA and Savannah, GA.
1
Start on Norwich Street
62 ft·10 sec·Norwich Street
2
Turn left onto US 25; GA 25 Connector
0.2 mi·41 sec·Gloucester Street
3
Turn right onto New Castle Street
0.2 mi·19 sec·New Castle Street
4
Turn straight onto Newcastle Street
2.4 mi·3 min·Newcastle Street
5
Continue on US 25; US 341; GA 27
0.5 mi·47 sec·New Jesup Highway
6
Continue on US 25; US 341; GA 27
0.9 mi·1 min·Norwich Street
7
Continue on US 25; US 341; GA 27
1.4 mi·2 min·New Jesup Highway
8
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·48 sec
Toward I 95 North: Savannah
9
Merge onto I 95
62 mi·1 hr 6 min·I 95
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95
0.2 mi·13 sec·I 95
11
Take the exit
0.6 mi·41 sec
Exit 99AToward I 16 East: SavannahUse the slight right lane.
Exit 167AToward Martin Luther King Junior BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Turn left onto Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
0.8 mi·2 min·Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
16
Turn left onto GA 25 Connector
0.2 mi·21 sec·West Bay Street
17
Turn uturn
117 ft·11 sec
18
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, one-day drive, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. You won't need to plan for any mandatory stops given the 1h 31m duration, but keeping an eye on traffic patterns along I-95 is always a smart move to ensure you maintain your projected time. Because the vast majority of the route is highway-based, check your tire pressure before leaving Brunswick to ensure optimal fuel efficiency for the $12 estimated cost. Keep your navigation ready for the transition onto the Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway as you near your destination, as this will be your primary link into the city after exiting the interstate.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 39 miles from Brunswick, GA, or about 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 62.1 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 17 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39 miles or 46m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 15m
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 Brunswick, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Brunswick, GA
This is one driving day of about 77.9 miles and 1h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Brunswick, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 62.1 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 67.9 and 77.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
67.9 mi into trip|~1h 17m in
Take the exit toward I 16 East: Savannah
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 99A
Toward I 16 East: Savannah
6
76.2 mi into trip|~1h 27m in|I 16 / Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 16 / Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
76.8 mi into trip|~1h 28m 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
6
76.9 mi into trip|~1h 29m in|Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Turn left onto Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
7
77.9 mi into trip|~1h 31m in
Turn uturn
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.18 one way
$24.36 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg27 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$13.32
$26.64
premium
$4.70
$14.42
$28.84
diesel
$5.61
$17.20
$34.40
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
23.4
0
$8.18
$3.74
Efficient EV
19.5
0
$6.82
$3.12
EV Truck/SUV
31.2
0
$10.91
$4.99
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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 18, 2026
Origin
Brunswick, GA
Night
in Brunswick on Saturday
Local time
10:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
87°F
Mostly Sunny
S 5 to 14 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued April 18 at 2:27AM EDT until April 18 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued April 18 at 2:27AM EDT until April 18 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Destination
Savannah, GA
Night
in Savannah on Saturday
Local time
10:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
54°F
Midway, GA
39 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
30 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 31m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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 Frederica National Monument
National Monument
War was imminent as James Oglethorpe established Fort Frederica in 1736, to help protect the British colonies from the Spanish in Florida. Fort Frederica illustrates the story of the War of Jenkins Ea...
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 77.9
St Marys is the gateway to Cumberland Island, Georgia's largest and southernmost barrier island. Here pristine maritime forests, undeveloped beaches and wide marshes whisper the stories of both man an...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a straightforward, highway-focused experience, as roughly 90% of your time behind the wheel is spent on major thoroughfares. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on I-95, where you will cover 62.1 miles of consistent interstate driving. While the pace is fast and efficient, the transition from the local streets of Brunswick to the high-speed rhythm of the highway defines the character of this trip. You won't face complex navigation, as the route is designed for speed and direct access. Prepare for a steady, predictable ride that allows you to reach your destination with minimal stress.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 62.1 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 67.9 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 77.9 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 67.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 76.2 miles (I 16 / Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 76.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 31m. Total distance: 77.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 62.1 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 7 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.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 67.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 76.2 miles (I 16 / Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 76.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Fort Frederica National Monument, Fort Pulaski National Monument and Cumberland Island National Seashore. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Savannah, GA before heading back.
