Trip from Douglasville, 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

Distance

269.3 mi

433 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$42

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

9 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min

4 AM

4h 47m ★

6 AM

5h 1m

8 AM

5h 28m

10 AM

5h 10m

12 PM

5h 7m

3 PM

5h 11m

5 PM

5h 26m

8 PM

4h 52m

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

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city in Douglas County, Georgia, United States

Douglasville, 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 269.3-mile drive from Douglasville, GA to Savannah, GA is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can comfortably be completed in a single day, taking around 5 hours. You'll spend 98% of your time on major interstates, including I-75, Tom Murphy Freeway, and I-16, making for an efficient trip. The estimated fuel cost is around $42, and with just one recommended stop, it's designed for minimal interruption. This route primarily stays within Georgia, offering a direct connection through the Southeast region. It’s a practical choice if you're looking to get from point A to point B with a focus on speed and ease.

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

134.7 miles from Douglasville, GA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 32m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 16	164.2 mi	2h 57m
I 75	77.1 mi	1h 25m
Tom Murphy Freeway	18.8 mi	22m
James Wendell George Parkway	2.3 mi	3m
Fairburn Road	1.7 mi	3m
Downtown Connector	1 mi	1m
Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard	0.8 mi	2m
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway	0.6 mi	<1m

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on US 78; GA 5; GA 8

0.4 mi · 46 sec · Veterans Memorial Highway

Turn right onto Fairburn Road

0.9 mi · 1 min · Fairburn Road

Use the right lane.

Continue on GA 92

0.9 mi · 1 min · Fairburn Road

Use the straight lane.

Turn left

0.2 mi · 31 sec

Toward I 20 East Use the left lane.

Merge onto I 20

19 mi · 22 min · Tom Murphy Freeway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 21 sec

Exit 57 Toward I 75 North, I 85 North, I 75 South, I 85 South: Chattanooga, Greenville, Macon, Montgomery Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward I 75 South, I 85 South: Macon, Montgomery Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 75; I 85

1.0 mi · 1 min · Downtown Connector

Continue on I 75; I 85

2.3 mi · 3 min · James Wendell George Parkway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75

65 mi · 1 hr 11 min · I 75

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

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

With a duration of 5 hours and a focus on interstates, this trip is well-suited for a single-day adventure. Aim to depart Douglasville in the morning to maximize daylight and allow ample time to reach Savannah without feeling rushed. While the drive is efficient, remember the longest stretch is over 160 miles on I-16, so plan your single stop strategically before or during this segment for fuel or a quick break. The estimated fuel cost of $42 makes budgeting straightforward. Keep an eye on traffic as you pass through the Atlanta metropolitan area early in your journey.

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 134.7 miles from Douglasville, GA, or about 2h 32m 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 59 miles or 1h 9m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 134.7 miles or 2h 32m 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 6m

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 Douglasville, 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 Douglasville, GA

This is one driving day of about 269.3 miles and 5h.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 59 miles from Douglasville, 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

135 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 59 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Warner Robins, GA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 134.7 miles from Douglasville, 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 269.3

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 269.3

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 269.3

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 269.3

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 269.3

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 269.3

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+19122352906

Visit website

Starbucks

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 77

Forsyth, Georgia

Hours: 4:30 am–9 pm

+14787582001

Visit website

Dunkin'

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour Inexpensiv mile 19.2

Atlanta, Georgia

Hours: 5 am–12 pm

+14048100010

Visit website

Starbucks Coffee Company

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 19.2

Atlanta, Georgia

Hours: 5 am–8 pm

+14046850287

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 269.3

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 269.3

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 269.3

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 269.3

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 6:30 am–6 pm

+19123739099

Visit website

Revival Coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour Inexpensiv mile 269.3

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

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 269.3

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 9 am–7 pm

Coffee Deli

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 269.3

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 6 am–5 pm

+19123527818

Visit website

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Douglasville, Georgia

2.3 mi from route

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

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 269.3

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+19127908800

Visit website

Savannah Visitor Information Center

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 269.3

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 9 am–4 pm

+19129440455

Visit website

Webb Military Museum

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 269.3

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 11 am–5 pm

+19126630398

Visit website

Graveface Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 269.3

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 12–7 pm

+19123358018

Visit website

The Savannah Underground

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 269.3

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 7–11:30 pm

+19122145310

Visit website

Sip n' Shop Tours

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 269.3

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 11 am–5:30 pm

+19123735501

Visit website

Pemberton Place

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 19.2

Atlanta, Georgia

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

Children's Museum of Atlanta

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 19.2

Atlanta, Georgia

Hours: Closed

+14046595437

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 15

5 decision points cluster between mile 21.2 and 268.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

21.2 mi into trip | ~26m in

Take the exit toward I 75 North, I 85 North, I 75 South, I 85 South: Chattanooga, Greenville, Macon, Montgomery

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 57 Toward I 75 North, I 85 North, I 75 South, I 85...

21.3 mi into trip | ~26m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 75 South, I 85 South: Macon, Montgomery

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

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward I 75 South, I 85 South: Macon, Montgomer...

90.1 mi into trip | ~1h 44m 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

102.3 mi into trip | ~1h 57m 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

268.2 mi into trip | ~4h 57m 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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$42.11 one way

$84.23 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 94 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.34	$46.05	$92.09
premium	$4.70	$49.84	$99.68
diesel	$5.61	$59.46	$118.92

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$42

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$67–$92

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 94.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

9 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Riverside Epicenter - Tesla Supercharger

Austell, GA

Tesla

24 DCFC

Target - Tesla Supercharger

Douglasville, GA

Tesla

12 DCFC

Site Centers Market Square (Douglasville, GA)

Douglasville, GA

Electrify America

4 DCFC

Lithia Springs Ford

Lithia Springs, GA

SYNERGEV

4 DCFC

The Village at Mableton

Mableton, GA

eVgo Network

4 DCFC

Lake Ridge

Smyrna, GA

RACETRAC

2 DCFC

1389 Chattahoochee Ave

Atlanta, GA

ENVIROSPARK

2 DCFC

AutoNation Nissan - Thornton Road

Lithia Springs, GA

IN_CHARGE

1 DCFC

Tesla: 2 Electrify America: 1 IN_CHARGE: 1 SYNERGEV: 1 eVgo Network: 1 ChargePoint Network: 1 RACETRAC: 1 ENVIROSPARK: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	80.8	0	$28.28	$12.93
Efficient EV	67.3	0	$23.56	$10.77
EV Truck/SUV	107.7	1	$37.70	$17.24

Gas CO2

94 kg

EV CO2

32 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 19, 2026

Origin

Douglasville, GA

Morning in Douglasville on Sunday

Local time

7:31 AM

EDT

Current temp

74°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Savannah, GA

Morning in Savannah on Sunday

Local time

7:31 AM

EDT

Current temp

69°F

Mostly Cloudy

SW 6 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Red Flag Warning

Red Flag Warning issued April 19 at 2:32AM EDT until April 19 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 19 at 2:29AM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA

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

5 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

5h 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...

3 mi from route ~9 min detour Free near mile 102.2

Caution: River Trail periodically closed under I-16

Park Closure: BOARDWALK CLOSED along the River Trail

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...

4 mi from route ~10 min detour Free near mile 18.6

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 269.3

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,...

19 mi from route ~48 min detour $5 near mile 18.6

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 predominantly highway experience on this 269.3-mile trip, with a 98% highway share. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 164.2 miles along I-16, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of the journey. This profile means you'll be navigating primarily through interstate systems, which generally provides a smooth, albeit less varied, driving experience. The focus is on covering distance efficiently rather than exploring diverse landscapes, so prepare for a steady cruise on well-maintained roads for most of the 5-hour duration.

98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

19 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?

8/10

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 21.2 miles in.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 269.3 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 21.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 90.1 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Douglasville, GA and Savannah, GA, road signs point toward Greenville, Macon and Montgomery.

Greenville

21.2 mi in | ~26m

Macon

21.2 mi in | ~26m

Montgomery

21.2 mi in | ~26m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 5h. Total distance: 269.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (98%). 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, Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park and Fort Pulaski National Monument (4 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Not recommended in a single day. At 5.0 hours each way, a round trip means 10.0 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, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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