If you are planning a trip from Mount Vernon to Savannah, prepare for a 352.5-mile journey that takes approximately 5 hours and 29 minutes to complete. This route is best tackled as a single-day trip, as the distance is manageable for a dedicated driver. You should budget about $56 for fuel to cover the entire distance between these two Southeast Georgia locations. Because the route relies on local roads rather than major interstates, you will find it lacks the high-speed monotony of typical highway travel. It is a practical choice if you prefer a more hands-on driving experience, but keep in mind that the lack of highway time makes it a longer haul than a direct interstate route.
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
178.1 miles from Mount Vernon, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 32m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
167.1 mi
3h 5m
I 16
164.2 mi
2h 57m
Cleveland Highway
7.8 mi
11m
Cleveland Road
3.7 mi
5m
Chattanooga Road
2.6 mi
6m
James Wendell George Parkway
2.3 mi
3m
North Bypass
2.1 mi
2m
Wolfe Street
1.5 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 167.1 mi, about 3h 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Vernon, GA and Savannah, GA.
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Start on Mount Vernon Road
0.2 mi·55 sec·Mount Vernon Road
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Turn right onto Stewart Road
0.9 mi·3 min·Stewart Road
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Turn left onto Quarles Road
0.3 mi·43 sec·Quarles Road
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Continue on Chattanooga Road
2.1 mi·5 min·Chattanooga Road
5
Continue on Wolfe Street
1.5 mi·3 min·Wolfe Street
6
Turn right onto GA 71
3.3 mi·4 min·Cleveland Highway
7
Continue on GA 71
3.7 mi·5 min·Cleveland Road
8
Continue on GA 71
4.5 mi·7 min·Cleveland Highway
9
Turn right onto US 41; US 76; GA 3
2.1 mi·2 min·North Bypass
10
Continue on US 41; US 76; GA 3
0.5 mi·1 min·Chattanooga Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 75 SouthUse the left lane.
12
Merge onto I 75
90 mi·1 hr 40 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on I 75; I 85
2.3 mi·3 min·James Wendell George Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
65 mi·1 hr 11 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
12 mi·13 min·I 75
Toward Macon, SavannahUse the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
1.1 mi·1 min
Exit 165Toward I 16 East: Jim Gillis Highway, SavannahUse the slight right lane.
Exit 167AToward Martin Luther King Junior BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Turn left onto Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
0.8 mi·2 min·Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
21
Turn left onto GA 25 Connector
0.2 mi·21 sec·West Bay Street
22
Turn uturn
117 ft·11 sec
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Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a turn-heavy route without any highway relief, your best bet is to depart early in the morning to ensure you have plenty of daylight for navigating local roads. You should plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and reset, given the technical nature of the drive. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as local roads can lead to unpredictable consumption rates compared to steady highway speeds. While the $56 fuel budget is a solid baseline, having a little extra set aside for local fuel prices is a smart move. Most importantly, stay alert on Stewart, Quarles, and Chattanooga roads, as the frequent turns can be tiring over a five-and-a-half-hour trip.
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 178.1 miles from Mount Vernon, GA, or about 3h 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 167.1 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 78 miles or 1h 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 178.1 miles or 3h 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 5h 40m
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 Mount Vernon, 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 Mount Vernon, GA
This is one driving day of about 356.1 miles and 6h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 78 miles from Mount Vernon, 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 75 for about 167.1 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 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 19.2 and 356.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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19.2 mi into trip|~34m in
Take the exit toward I 75 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 75 South
8
176.9 mi into trip|~3h 30m 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
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189.1 mi into trip|~3h 44m 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
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355 mi into trip|~6h 44m 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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356.1 mi into trip|~6h 46m in
Turn uturn
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$55.69 one way
$111.37 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg125 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$60.89
$121.77
premium
$4.70
$65.91
$131.81
diesel
$5.61
$78.62
$157.24
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$56
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$81–$106
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 124.6 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
106.8
1
$37.39
$17.09
Efficient EV
89
1
$31.16
$14.24
EV Truck/SUV
142.4
1
$49.85
$22.79
Gas CO2
125 kg
EV CO2
42 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 15, 2026
Origin
Mount Vernon, GA
Night
in Mount Vernon on Saturday
Local time
9:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Savannah, GA
Night
in Savannah on Saturday
Local time
9:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 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 47m 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
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 109.4
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
~10 min detour
Free
near mile 194.5
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 352.5
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,...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. With a highway share of 0%, you will spend the entire 352.5 miles navigating Stewart Road, Quarles Road, and Chattanooga Road. This is not a route for cruise control; instead, it is a technical, winding path that requires constant navigation through local corridors. The character of the road stays consistent throughout the duration, focusing on smaller, winding thoroughfares rather than fast, open stretches. You will definitely feel the road beneath you as you transition from the rural landscapes of Mount Vernon toward the coast in Savannah.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 167.1 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and I 16. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 19.2 miles in.
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 14 significant decision points across 356.1 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 19.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 176.9 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 189.1 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 Mount Vernon, GA to Savannah, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Macon along the way.
Macon
176.9 mi in|~3h 30m|via I 75
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 47m. Total distance: 356.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 47m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 167.1 miles on I 75. 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 19.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 176.9 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 189.1 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 6.8 hours each way, a round trip means 13.6 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.
