Trip from Chamblee, GA to Savannah, GA

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 51m

Distance

262.2 mi

422 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$41

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

4h 38m ★

6 AM

4h 51m

8 AM

5h 18m

10 AM

5h 1m

12 PM

4h 58m

3 PM

5h 2m

5 PM

5h 17m

8 PM

4h 43m

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

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Chamblee, GA

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

Savannah, GA

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Trip Overview

This 262.2-mile drive from Chamblee, GA, to Savannah, GA, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 4 hours and 51 minutes to complete. You'll spend most of your time on major highways, including I-75, the Atlanta Bypass (also known as The Perimeter), and I-16, which makes up 90% of your journey. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $41. It's a straightforward, highway-focused route primarily within Georgia, making it a convenient option if you're looking for a direct path between these two points. The drive is efficient, with one significant stretch of 164.2 miles on I-16.

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

131.1 miles from Chamblee, GA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 27m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 16	164.2 mi	2h 57m
I 75	61.6 mi	1h 6m
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter	20.1 mi	23m
Terrell Starr Parkway	10.2 mi	11m
Peachtree Boulevard	1.3 mi	2m
Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard	0.8 mi	2m
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway	0.6 mi	<1m
Chamblee Dunwoody Road	0.4 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: I 16 — 164.2 mi, about 2h 57m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on New Peachtree Road

14 ft · 3 sec · New Peachtree Road

Turn right onto Chamblee Dunwoody Road

0.4 mi · 59 sec · Chamblee Dunwoody Road

Use the right lane.

Turn right onto GA 141

1.3 mi · 2 min · Peachtree Boulevard

Use the right lane.

Continue on GA 141

0.1 mi · 10 sec · Peachtree Industrial Boulevard

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 41 sec

Toward I 285 East Use the right lane.

Merge onto I 285

20 mi · 23 min · Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

1.1 mi · 2 min

Exit 52 Toward I 675 South: Macon Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 675

10 mi · 11 min · Terrell Starr Parkway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 75

49 mi · 53 min · I 75

Use the straight lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75

12 mi · 13 min · I 75

Toward Macon, Savannah Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

1.1 mi · 1 min

Exit 165 Toward I 16 East: Jim Gillis Highway, Savannah Use the slight right lane.

Continue on I 16

164 mi · 2 hr 57 min · I 16

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 16

0.6 mi · 53 sec · Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 24 sec

Exit 167A Toward Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn left onto Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard

0.8 mi · 2 min · Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard

Use the left / straight / right lanes.

Turn left onto GA 25 Connector

0.2 mi · 21 sec · West Bay Street

Turn uturn

117 ft · 11 sec

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Given the 4-hour and 51-minute duration, this route is comfortably manageable as a single-day trip. To make the most of your 262.2 miles, consider an early morning departure to avoid potential traffic around the Atlanta area, especially if you're using the Atlanta Bypass. With only one recommended stop and a longest stretch of 164.2 miles on I-16, plan your breaks strategically. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the $41 estimated cost reflects the highway-heavy nature of the drive. A key tip for this route is to be aware of potential construction zones on I-16, as these can occasionally impact travel times.

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 131.1 miles from Chamblee, GA, or about 2h 27m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 164.2 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 7m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 131.1 miles or 2h 27m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 58m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Savannah, GA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Chamblee, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Chamblee, GA

This is one driving day of about 262.2 miles and 4h 51m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 58 miles from Chamblee, 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 I 16 for about 164.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Macon, GA

131 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

Jackson, GA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 58 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Warner Robins, GA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 131.1 miles from Chamblee, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 16 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 164.2 miles.

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

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

The Collins Quarter

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Savannah, Georgia

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30 mile 262.2

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

Top Coffee Stop

Bitty & Beau’s Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Savannah, Georgia

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 262.2

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+19123587180

Visit website

The Coffee Fox Roasting Co.

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Savannah, Georgia

0.5 mi

Asher + Rye Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Savannah, Georgia

0.8 mi

The Collins Quarter

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30 mile 262.2

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+19127774147

Visit website

Origin Coffee Bar

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 262.2

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+19123495122

Visit website

Savannah Coffee Roasters

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 262.2

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+19123522994

Visit website

Maté Factor

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 262.2

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+19122352906

Visit website

Starbucks

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 74.9

Forsyth, Georgia

Hours: 4:30 am–9 pm

+14787582001

Visit website

Bitty & Beau’s Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 262.2

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+19123587180

Visit website

The Coffee Fox Roasting Co.

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 262.2

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+19124010399

Visit website

Asher + Rye Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 262.2

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+19122363044

Visit website

Starbucks Coffee

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 262.2

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 6:30 am–6 pm

+19123739099

Visit website

Mozart Bakery

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10

Atlanta, Georgia

Hours: 9 am–9 pm

+17709868802

Visit website

Choice Coffee Co

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

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

Chamblee, Georgia

Hours: 8 am–4 pm

+16784045434

Visit website

Revival Coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour Inexpensiv mile 262.2

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+19124331409

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour

Atlanta, Georgia

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+14044803852

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 13

5 decision points cluster between mile 22.3 and 262.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

22.3 mi into trip | ~27m in

Take the exit toward I 675 South: Macon

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 52 Toward I 675 South: Macon

82.9 mi into trip | ~1h 34m in | I 75

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward Macon, Savannah

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward Macon, Savannah

95.2 mi into trip | ~1h 48m in

Take the exit toward I 16 East: Jim Gillis Highway, Savannah

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 165 Toward I 16 East: Jim Gillis Highway, Savannah

261.1 mi into trip | ~4h 48m 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

262.2 mi into trip | ~4h 50m in

Turn uturn

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$41.00 one way

$82.00 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 92 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.34	$44.83	$89.66
premium	$4.70	$48.53	$97.06
diesel	$5.61	$57.89	$115.78

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: 91.7 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	78.7	0	$27.53	$12.59
Efficient EV	65.6	0	$22.94	$10.49
EV Truck/SUV	104.9	1	$36.71	$16.78

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 17, 2026

Origin

Chamblee, GA

Late night in Chamblee on Sunday

Local time

3:34 AM

EDT

Current temp

52°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Savannah, GA

Late night in Savannah on Sunday

Local time

3:34 AM

EDT

Current temp

64°F

Mostly Clear

SW 6 mph 0% chance 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

12 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

4h 51m 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.

Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Welcome to Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park. This park is a prehistoric American Indian site, where many different American Indian cultures occupied this land for thousands of years. American...

1 mi from route ~3 min detour Free near mile 99.5

Caution: River Trail periodically closed under I-16

Park Closure: BOARDWALK CLOSED along the River Trail

View on nps.gov

Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

National Recreation Area

Today the river valley attracts us for so many reasons. Take a solitary walk to enjoy nature’s display, raft leisurely through the rocky shoals with friends, fish the misty waters as the sun comes up,...

7 mi from route ~18 min detour $5

View on nps.gov

Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Welcome to Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park & Preservation District where a young boy grows up in a time of segregation. He was moved by destiny to lead the modern civil rights movemen...

8 mi from route ~20 min detour Free near mile 18.1

View on nps.gov

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 262.2

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-focused experience for the majority of this 262.2-mile trip, with 90% of your drive on interstates like I-75 and I-16. The Atlanta Bypass, or The Perimeter, will likely be your initial segment out of Chamblee. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 164.2 miles on I-16, which means extended periods of consistent driving. This profile suggests a route prioritizing speed and directness over varied scenery, typical of long-distance interstate travel.

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: 164.2 mi on I 16.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 16 and I 75. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 22.3 miles in.

Driving Effort 9/10

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 13 significant decision points across 262.2 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 22.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 82.9 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 95.2 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.

On the drive from Chamblee, GA to Savannah, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Macon along the way.

Macon

82.9 mi in | ~1h 34m | via I 75

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 51m. Total distance: 262.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 51m 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 164.2 miles on I 16. 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.

Yes — Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park, Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area and Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park (4 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 4.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Savannah, GA, but most travelers stay overnight.

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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Trip from Chamblee, GA to Savannah, GA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

The Collins Quarter

Bitty & Beau’s Coffee

The Collins Quarter

Origin Coffee Bar

Savannah Coffee Roasters

Maté Factor

Starbucks

Bitty & Beau’s Coffee

The Coffee Fox Roasting Co.

Asher + Rye Cafe

Starbucks Coffee

Mozart Bakery

Choice Coffee Co

Revival Coffee

Jennie's Victorian Coffee House and Royal Thai Tea

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

Savannah Visitor Information Center

Webb Military Museum

Graveface Museum

The Savannah Underground

Sip n' Shop Tours

Museum of Arts and Sciences

Mastermind Escape Games Atlanta

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Chamblee, GA

Savannah, GA

Same local time

12 degrees warmer at arrival

4h 51m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park

Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park

Fort Pulaski National Monument

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Are there national parks near this route?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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