Traveling from Morrow to Savannah covers 206.5 miles and typically takes about 4 hours and 10 minutes. Because this is a highway-focused drive, you can easily complete the trip in a single day, making it an ideal option for a straightforward weekend getaway. You will primarily utilize the Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway, US 441, and GA 142 to navigate through the Southeast region of Georgia. Budgeting approximately $33 for fuel will keep you on track for the journey. This route offers a direct path, prioritizing efficiency over complex detours, which is perfect if your goal is to reach the coast without unnecessary delays.
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
103.3 miles from Morrow, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 17m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
111.9 mi
2h 1m
US 441
49.4 mi
1h 4m
GA 142
17.8 mi
25m
Milledgeville Road
15.9 mi
21m
Monticello Road
4.3 mi
6m
Martin Luther King Jr Drive
3.5 mi
5m
James Marshall Bypass
2.2 mi
3m
Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
0.8 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
— 111.9 mi, about 2h 1m
Traffic on I-16
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 72 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~973 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,371
Quietest
1 AM
~108 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
9×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Morrow, GA and Savannah, GA.
Exit 167AToward Martin Luther King Junior BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
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Turn left onto Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
0.8 mi·2 min·Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
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Turn left onto GA 25 Connector
0.2 mi·21 sec·West Bay Street
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Turn uturn
117 ft·11 sec
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Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 4-hour and 10-minute transit, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refuel. Since the route is manageable in one day, departing early in the morning helps you avoid potential traffic buildup and ensures you arrive in Savannah with plenty of daylight left. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during the longer segments, particularly when navigating the 111.9-mile stretch on the Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway. Being prepared for this extended highway portion is the best way to maintain a stress-free pace. This flexibility allows you to focus on the road ahead while keeping your travel costs within the estimated $33 range.
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 103.3 miles from Morrow, GA, or about 2h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 111.9 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 45 miles or 1h 2m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 103.3 miles or 2h 17m 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 28m
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 Morrow, 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 Morrow, GA
This is one driving day of about 206.5 miles and 4h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 miles from Morrow, 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 Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway for about 111.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
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 40.3 and 206.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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40.3 mi into trip|~56m in|US 441
Take the exit onto US 441
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
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204.8 mi into trip|~4h 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.
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205.4 mi into trip|~4h 7m 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
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205.5 mi into trip|~4h 8m in|Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Turn left onto Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
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206.5 mi into trip|~4h 10m in
Turn uturn
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$30.49 one way
$60.97 round trip
$3.75/gal25.4 MPG avg72 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.12
$33.50
$67.01
premium
$4.49
$36.52
$73.04
diesel
$4.80
$38.99
$77.98
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 72.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
62
0
$21.68
$9.91
Efficient EV
51.6
0
$18.07
$8.26
EV Truck/SUV
82.6
1
$28.91
$13.22
Gas CO2
72 kg
EV CO2
24 kg (67% 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.
Forecast as of Jul 19, 2026
Origin
Morrow, GA
Late night
in Morrow on Monday
Local time
4:05 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy
0 mph26% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 9:05PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 8:50PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Destination
Savannah, GA
Late night
in Savannah on Monday
Local time
4:05 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Mostly Clear
SW 6 to 10 mph4% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 9:05PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 8:50PM 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
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
4h 10m 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.
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 206.5
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a steady, highway-heavy experience, as roughly 87% of this trip is spent on major roads. The drive moves at a consistent pace, characterized by a mix of primary corridors that facilitate smooth travel. You will face your longest uninterrupted stretch along the Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway, which spans 111.9 miles. As you transition from the suburbs of Morrow toward the coastal destination, the road maintains a predictable flow that keeps your travel time predictable. It is a functional, no-nonsense drive that allows you to cover significant ground across Georgia with minimal technical navigation.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 111.9 mi on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway and US 441. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 40.3 miles in near US 441.
Driving Effort7/10
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 206.5 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 40.3 miles (US 441): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 204.8 miles (I 16 / Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 205.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Savannah is the fifth largest city in Georgia, at the northern end of the state's coast. It's famous for having one of the largest historic districts in the country.
Top landmarks
•Fort Pulaski National Monument — national monument in the United States
•Congregation Mickve Israel — synagogue in Savannah, Georgia, USA
•Casimir Pulaski Monument — monument in Savannah, Georgia, United States
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 10m. Total distance: 206.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 111.9 miles on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway. 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 40.3 miles (US 441): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 204.8 miles (I 16 / Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 205.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Fort Pulaski National Monument and Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Savannah, GA, but most travelers stay overnight.
