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Trip from Port Wentworth, 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

10m

Distance

6.5 mi

11 km

Drive Score

5/10

Practical drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$1

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

4 AM
0h 10m ★
6 AM
0h 10m ★
8 AM
0h 12m
10 AM
0h 11m
12 PM
0h 11m
3 PM
0h 11m
5 PM
0h 12m
8 PM
0h 10m ★

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

Downtown Port Wentworth, GA, GA

Port Wentworth, GA

Heru Dharma

city in and county seat of Chatham County, Georgia, United States

Savannah, GA

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Trip Overview

If you are traveling from Port Wentworth to Savannah, you are looking at a quick 6.5-mile trip that takes approximately 10 minutes to complete. This route keeps you within the Southeast region and functions perfectly as a short day trip or a simple commute. You will navigate via West Bay Street, Main Street, and the South Coastal Highway, avoiding interstate travel entirely. With a fuel budget of just $1, this is an incredibly economical path to take. It is a straightforward drive that serves as a practical connection between these two Georgia locations.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
West Bay Street 2.5 mi 4m
Main Street 2.3 mi 3m
South Coastal Highway 1.7 mi 2m
Crossgate Road <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: West Bay Street — 2.5 mi, about 4m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Crossgate Road

14 ft · 4 sec · Crossgate Road
2

Turn right onto GA 25

1.7 mi · 2 min · South Coastal Highway
3

Continue on GA 25

2.2 mi · 3 min · Main Street
Use the straight lane.
4

At end of road, turn left onto US 80; GA 26

465 ft · 7 sec · Main Street
5

Continue on US 80; GA 26

2.5 mi · 4 min · West Bay Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
6

Turn left

117 ft · 11 sec
7

Arrive at destination

Heads-up: tricky spots

3 of 3

3 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 6.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | GA 25 / South Coastal Highway

Turn right onto GA 25 / South Coastal Highway

Navigation decision point

4
3.9 mi into trip | ~6m in | US 80; GA 26 / Main Street

At end of road, turn left onto US 80; GA 26 / Main Street

Navigation decision point

4
6.5 mi into trip | ~10m in

Turn left

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$1.02 one way

$2.03 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 2 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $1.11 $2.22
premium $4.70 $1.20 $2.41
diesel $5.61 $1.44 $2.87

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$1

Estimated CO2 emission: 2.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 50% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 2 0 $0.68 $0.31
Efficient EV 1.6 0 $0.57 $0.26
EV Truck/SUV 2.6 0 $0.91 $0.42

Gas CO2

2 kg

EV CO2

1 kg (50% 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 Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Port Wentworth, GA

Late night in Port Wentworth on Sunday

Local time

12:41 AM

EDT

Current temp

54°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Savannah, GA

Late night in Savannah on Sunday

Local time

12:41 AM

EDT

Current temp

57°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

3 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

10m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous highway cruise. You will spend 0% of your time on major highways, as the route is comprised entirely of local surface streets. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 2.5-mile segment along West Bay Street. Because the road consists of frequent turns and urban navigation, you will find it requires a more active driving style than a standard interstate trek. It is a compact, urban-focused journey that changes character as you transition from the local streets of Port Wentworth into the heart of Savannah.

Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
7 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 2.5 mi on West Bay Street.

How Hard Is This Drive?

2/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near GA 25 / South Coastal Highway.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Port Wentworth, GA to Savannah, GA is easy. At 10m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (GA 25 / South Coastal Highway): Navigation decision point; at 3.9 miles (US 80; GA 26 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 6.5 miles: Navigation decision point.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

This is a perfect same-day round trip for a weekend getaway. At only 6.5 miles and 10 minutes, it's a quick jaunt with no need for overnight stays.

Family Friendly

This route is ideal for families, being incredibly short at just 6.5 miles and 10 minutes, making it easy for kids. The turn-heavy local drive is manageable for short attention spans.

Solo Traveler

This 6.5-mile, 10-minute drive is a comfortable solo distance. It's a quick hop that won't feel like a commitment for a solo traveler.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

As a first-time driver, this 6.5-mile, 10-minute route is incredibly straightforward. While it's turn-heavy, the short distance and minimal complexity (2/10) make it very manageable.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 2.5 miles on West Bay Street. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

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: near the start (GA 25 / South Coastal Highway): Navigation decision point; at 3.9 miles (US 80; GA 26 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 6.5 miles: Navigation decision point.

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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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