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Trip from LaFayette, 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

6h 37m

Distance

348.2 mi

560 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$54

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 37 min
4 AM
6h 25m ★
6 AM
6h 37m
8 AM
7h 2m
10 AM
6h 46m
12 PM
6h 44m
3 PM
6h 47m
5 PM
7h 0m
8 PM
6h 30m

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 and the county seat of Walker County, Georgia, United States

LaFayette, 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 348.2-mile drive from LaFayette, Georgia, to Savannah, Georgia, is a direct route that can be comfortably completed in about 6 hours and 37 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-75 and I-16, with a brief section on GA-136, this is a highway-focused journey. With a fuel cost estimated at $54 and a highway share of 96%, it's well-suited for a single day trip. You'll travel through the Southeast region of the US, making it a straightforward transit between two points within the same general area. While one stop is recommended, the longest stretch without a major change is 164.2 miles, so plan accordingly.

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

174.1 miles from LaFayette, GA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 26m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 16 164.2 mi 2h 57m
I 75 151.7 mi 2h 48m
GA 136 14.5 mi 22m
Resaca Lafayette Road Northwest 6.4 mi 8m
East Villanow Street 4.4 mi 7m
James Wendell George Parkway 2.3 mi 3m
South Old Alabama Highway 1.4 mi 2m
Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard 0.8 mi 2m
Longest stretch: I 16 — 164.2 mi, about 2h 57m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Lafayette Square

172 ft · 9 sec · Lafayette Square
2

Turn right onto GA 193

4.4 mi · 7 min · East Villanow Street
3

Turn left onto GA 136; GA 151

1.4 mi · 2 min · South Old Alabama Highway
4

Turn right onto GA 136

15 mi · 22 min · GA 136
5

Continue on GA 136

6.4 mi · 8 min · Resaca Lafayette Road Northwest
6

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 37 sec
Toward I 75 South: Atlanta Use the right lane.
7

Merge onto I 75

75 mi · 1 hr 23 min · I 75
Use the straight lane.
8

Continue on I 75; I 85

2.3 mi · 3 min · James Wendell George Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75

65 mi · 1 hr 11 min · I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75

12 mi · 13 min · I 75
Toward Macon, Savannah Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Take the exit

1.1 mi · 1 min
Exit 165 Toward I 16 East: Jim Gillis Highway, Savannah Use the slight right lane.
12

Continue on I 16

164 mi · 2 hr 57 min · I 16
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Keep slight left at fork onto I 16

0.6 mi · 53 sec · Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 24 sec
Exit 167A Toward Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard Use 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

Given the 6-hour and 37-minute duration, this trip is entirely feasible as a single-day adventure. To make the most of your 348.2-mile journey, consider an early morning departure to avoid potential traffic and maximize daylight hours. With a fuel cost around $54, it's wise to fill up before leaving LaFayette. The longest stretch on I-16 covers over 160 miles, so plan your single recommended stop around the halfway point to stretch your legs and refuel if necessary. This highway-focused drive offers a predictable pace, so enjoy the consistent progress towards Savannah.

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 174.1 miles from LaFayette, GA, or about 3h 26m 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 77 miles or 1h 38m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 174.1 miles or 3h 26m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 5h 30m

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 LaFayette, 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 LaFayette, GA

This is one driving day of about 348.2 miles and 6h 37m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 77 miles from LaFayette, 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.

capital city of Georgia, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Atlanta, GA

174 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.

Popular next leg

Atlanta, GA to Savannah, GA

248.3 mi · 4h 34m

Pacing Suggestions

Marietta, GA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 77 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Macon, GA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 174.1 miles from LaFayette, 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 348.2

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 348.2

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 348.2

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 348.2

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 348.2

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 348.2

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+19122352906

Visit website

Dunkin'

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour Inexpensiv mile 99.5

Atlanta, Georgia

Hours: 5 am–12 pm

+14048100010

Visit website

Starbucks Coffee Company

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 99.5

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 348.2

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 348.2

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 348.2

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 348.2

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 348.2

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 348.2

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 9 am–7 pm

Illy Coffee Bar at Rowdy Tiger

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 99.5

Atlanta, Georgia

Hours: 6:30 am–3 pm

+16784122402

Visit website

Coffee Deli

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 348.2

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

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 348.2

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 348.2

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 348.2

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 348.2

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 348.2

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 7–11:30 pm

+19122145310

Visit website

Krog Street Tunnel

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 99.5

Atlanta, Georgia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+14044920847

Visit website

Pemberton Place

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 99.5

Atlanta, Georgia

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

Children's Museum of Atlanta

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 99.5

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 13

5 decision points cluster between mile 26.9 and 348.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
26.9 mi into trip | ~41m in

Take the ramp toward I 75 South: Atlanta

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Toward I 75 South: Atlanta
8
168.9 mi into trip | ~3h 21m 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
8
181.2 mi into trip | ~3h 34m 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
8
347 mi into trip | ~6h 34m 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
348.1 mi into trip | ~6h 37m in

Turn uturn

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$54.45 one way

$108.90 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 122 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $59.54 $119.07
premium $4.70 $64.44 $128.89
diesel $5.61 $76.88 $153.76

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$54

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$79–$104

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 121.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $37 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 104.5 1 $36.56 $16.71
Efficient EV 87.1 0 $30.47 $13.93
EV Truck/SUV 139.3 1 $48.75 $22.28

Gas CO2

122 kg

EV CO2

41 kg (66% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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

LaFayette, GA

Night in LaFayette on Saturday

Local time

9:18 PM

EDT

Current temp

88°F

Sunny

SW 0 to 5 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 17 at 1:44AM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 17 at 1:32AM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Destination

Savannah, GA

Night in Savannah on Saturday

Local time

9:18 PM

EDT

Current temp

94°F

Sunny

SW 3 to 9 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 17 at 1:44AM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 17 at 1:32AM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

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

6 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

6h 37m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

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.

Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park

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...

3 mi from route ~8 min detour Free near mile 96
View on nps.gov
Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park

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...

4 mi from route ~11 min detour Free near mile 180.1
View on nps.gov
Fort Pulaski National Monument

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 348.2
View on nps.gov
Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

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,...

13 mi from route ~32 min detour $5 near mile 84
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 route, with 96% of the drive taking place on major interstates like I-75 and I-16. This means consistent speeds and relatively straightforward navigation for most of the 348.2 miles. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 164.2 miles on I-16, so be prepared for a significant period of steady driving. While the profile is highway-focused, the initial segment on GA-136 offers a slight variation before merging onto the faster-paced interstates.

96% 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?

7/10

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 26.9 miles in.

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 13 significant decision points across 348.2 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 26.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 168.9 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 181.2 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 LaFayette, GA to Savannah, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Macon along the way.

Macon

168.9 mi in | ~3h 21m | via I 75

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 37m. Total distance: 348.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 37m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

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.

The main spots that need attention: at 26.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 168.9 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 181.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes — Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park, Ocmulgee Mounds 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 6.6 hours each way, a round trip means 13.2 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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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