Origin
Ludowici, GA
Morning in Ludowici on Sunday
Local time
7:31 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ludowici, 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 17m
Distance
55.2 mi
89 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 12m
★
6 AM
1h 18m
8 AM
1h 30m
10 AM
1h 22m
12 PM
1h 21m
3 PM
1h 23m
5 PM
1h 29m
8 PM
1h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ludowici, GA
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Savannah, GA
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Ludowici to Savannah, you are in for a straightforward 55.2-mile journey through the Southeast. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 17 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a simple day trip. With a fuel budget of approximately $9, the trip is highly economical for travelers moving between these two Georgia locations. You will spend roughly 69% of your time on highways, balancing local roads with faster interstate travel. Because the duration is relatively short, there is no need to plan for an overnight stay unless your schedule requires extra flexibility. This route serves as a practical connection between the rural charm of Ludowici and the historic urban environment of Savannah.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US-84 | 18.6 mi | 30m |
| I 95 | 11.4 mi | 12m |
| Leroy Coffer Highway | 8.7 mi | 12m |
| Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway | 8.3 mi | 10m |
| Ocean Highway | 5 mi | 5m |
| Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Cypress Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| South McDonald Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US-84
— 18.6 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ludowici, GA and Savannah, GA.
1
Start on West Academy Street
70 ft
·
8 sec
·
West Academy Street
2
Turn left onto GA 57
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
South McDonald Street
3
Turn right onto US 84; GA 38
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Cypress Street
4
Continue on US 84; GA 38
19 mi
·
30 min
·
US-84
Use the straight lane.
5
Turn left onto GA 196
8.7 mi
·
12 min
·
Leroy Coffer Highway
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
Take the exit
141 ft
·
4 sec
7
Continue on US 17; GA 25
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
Coastal Highway
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on US 17; GA 25
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Ocean Highway
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 95 North: Savannah
10
Merge onto I 95
11 mi
·
12 min
·
I 95
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
I 95
12
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 99A
Toward I 16 East: Savannah
Use the slight right lane.
13
Merge onto I 16
7.7 mi
·
9 min
·
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 16
0.6 mi
·
53 sec
·
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 167A
Toward Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn left onto Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
17
Turn left onto GA 25 Connector
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
West Bay Street
18
Turn uturn
117 ft
·
11 sec
19
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.6 miles from Ludowici, 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 155 decision points cluster between mile 45.2 and 55.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
45.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m 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
53.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m 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
54 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m 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
54.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m 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
55.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
Turn uturn
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.63 one way
$17.26 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $9.44 | $18.88 |
| premium | $4.70 | $10.22 | $20.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.19 | $24.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.3 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 | 16.6 | 0 | $5.80 | $2.65 |
| Efficient EV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.83 | $2.21 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.1 | 0 | $7.73 | $3.53 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Morning in Savannah on Sunday
Local time
7:31 AM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
S 1 to 14 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
54°F
Midway, GA
28 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
29 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
1h 17m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive features a distinct blend of rural highway cruising and interstate transit. You will spend the initial portion of your trip navigating along US-84 and Leroy Coffer Highway, which provides a more measured pace before you merge onto I-95. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is an 18.6-mile segment on US-84, allowing you to settle into a steady rhythm early on. As the highway share accounts for 69% of the total distance, the character of the road shifts from local connectors to the more fast-paced environment of the interstate. You should prepare for a drive that prioritizes efficiency and direct transit over winding, technical roads.
69% 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: 18.6 mi on US-84.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US-84 and I 95. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 45.2 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 55.2 miles you will encounter 15 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 45.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 53.4 miles (I 16 / Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 54 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
90 ft
14 ft
Total Climb
52 ft
Total Descent
96 ft
Highest Point
90 ft
~7.9 mi in
Elevation Range
76 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 17m. Total distance: 55.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 18.6 miles on US-84. 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 45.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 53.4 miles (I 16 / Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 54 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Fort Pulaski National Monument. 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.
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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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