Origin
Darien, GA
Late night in Darien on Sunday
Local time
12:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Darien, 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
1h 11m
Distance
61.7 mi
99 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 6m
★
6 AM
1h 12m
8 AM
1h 23m
10 AM
1h 16m
12 PM
1h 15m
3 PM
1h 16m
5 PM
1h 23m
8 PM
1h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Darien, GA
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Savannah, GA
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transition from Darien to Savannah, this 61.7-mile journey is an ideal day trip. Spanning just 1 hour and 11 minutes, the route stays entirely within Southeast Georgia, making it a straightforward connection between these two coastal hubs. You can expect to spend approximately $10 on fuel, making it a very budget-friendly transit. Since the drive is quite short, there is no need to split this into an overnight trip; you can easily complete it in a single morning or afternoon. Because you will be utilizing I-95 for the bulk of your travel, you get a reliable and efficient path between the two cities. It is a practical, no-nonsense commute that gets you to your destination with minimal fuss.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 48.8 mi | 52m |
| Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway | 8.3 mi | 10m |
| SR 251 | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| North Way | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| West Bay Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Walton Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 48.8 mi, about 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Darien, GA and Savannah, GA.
1
Start on this road
63 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto US 17; GA 25; 99
191 ft
·
3 sec
·
North Walton Street
3
Continue on US 17; GA 25
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
North Way
4
Turn left onto SR 251
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
SR 251
5
Take the ramp
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 North: Savannah
Use the right lane.
6
Merge onto I 95
49 mi
·
52 min
·
I 95
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
I 95
8
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 99A
Toward I 16 East: Savannah
Use the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto I 16
7.7 mi
·
9 min
·
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 16
0.6 mi
·
53 sec
·
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 167A
Toward Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn left onto Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
13
Turn left onto GA 25 Connector
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
West Bay Street
14
Turn uturn
117 ft
·
11 sec
15
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.8 miles from Darien, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 2.2 and 61.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
2.2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 95 North: Savannah
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 95 North: Savannah
7
51.7 mi into trip
|
~57m 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
59.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m 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
60.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m 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
61.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
Turn uturn
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.65 one way
$19.30 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $10.55 | $21.10 |
| premium | $4.70 | $11.42 | $22.84 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.62 | $27.25 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.5 | 0 | $6.48 | $2.96 |
| Efficient EV | 15.4 | 0 | $5.40 | $2.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.7 | 0 | $8.64 | $3.95 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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.
Destination
Savannah, GA
Late night in Savannah on Sunday
Local time
12:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
54°F
Richmond Hill, GA
31 mi in
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 11m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is heavily focused on highway travel, with 94% of the distance spent on major roads like I-95, the Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway, and SR 251. You will settle into a steady rhythm quickly, as the longest uninterrupted stretch covers 48.8 miles along I-95. The experience is primarily an interstate grind, prioritizing speed and efficiency over winding backroads. As you move from Darien toward the urban environment of Savannah, the road maintains a consistent, high-speed character. Expect a straightforward drive where the main challenge is simply maintaining your focus during the extended highway segments.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 48.8 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
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 2.2 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 61.7 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 2.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 51.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 59.9 miles (I 16 / Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 11m. Total distance: 61.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 48.8 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 2.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 51.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 59.9 miles (I 16 / Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Savannah, GA before heading back.
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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