Origin
Rincon, GA
Late night in Rincon on Sunday
Local time
1:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rincon, 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
25m
Distance
18.8 mi
30 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 24m
★
6 AM
0h 26m
8 AM
0h 30m
10 AM
0h 27m
12 PM
0h 27m
3 PM
0h 27m
5 PM
0h 30m
8 PM
0h 24m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rincon, GA
Marian Florinel Condruz
Savannah, GA
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transition from the suburban feel of Rincon to the historic heart of Savannah, this 18.6-mile commute is an ideal day trip. You can expect to spend about 28 minutes behind the wheel, making it a very manageable journey that does not require an overnight stay. Since the route avoids highways entirely, your fuel costs will stay low, likely totaling around $3 for the trip. Navigating through the local streets of Southeast Georgia offers a straightforward way to reach the city center. It serves as a practical, no-nonsense connection for travelers who prefer local roads over interstate travel.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Columbia Avenue | 12.9 mi | 16m |
| West Bay Street | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Main Street | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Bourne Avenue | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| East Fourth Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
North Columbia Avenue
— 12.9 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rincon, GA and Savannah, GA.
1
Start on East Fourth Street
121 ft
·
9 sec
·
East Fourth Street
2
Turn left onto GA 21; I 3 FUT
13 mi
·
16 min
·
North Columbia Avenue
Use the straight lane.
3
Turn left onto GA 307; Alternate GA 21
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Bourne Avenue
Use the left lane.
4
Turn right onto GA 25
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
5
At end of road, turn left onto US 80; GA 26
465 ft
·
7 sec
·
Main Street
6
Continue on US 80; GA 26
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
West Bay Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Turn left
117 ft
·
11 sec
8
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
4 of 44 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 18.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
GA 21; I 3 FUT / North Columbia Avenue
Turn left onto GA 21; I 3 FUT / North Columbia Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
12.9 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
GA 307; Alternate GA 21 / Bourne Avenue
Turn left onto GA 307; Alternate GA 21 / Bourne Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
16.2 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
US 80; GA 26 / Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 80; GA 26 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
18.8 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.94 one way
$5.88 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $3.21 | $6.43 |
| premium | $4.70 | $3.48 | $6.96 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.15 | $8.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.97 | $0.90 |
| Efficient EV | 4.7 | 0 | $1.65 | $0.75 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.63 | $1.20 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Late night in Savannah on Sunday
Local time
1:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
91°F
Sunny
S 6 to 9 mph
0% chance
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
38 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
25m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate experience. You will rely on North Columbia Avenue, Bourne Avenue, and Main Street to navigate the 18.6-mile distance between these two Georgia towns. With a highway share of 0%, this route stays strictly on surface streets, meaning you should be prepared for frequent stops and intersections. The character of the road remains consistent throughout the 28-minute duration, favoring steady navigation over long, uninterrupted stretches. It is a functional drive that keeps you connected to the local landscape rather than whisking you away on a bypass.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
8 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 12.9 mi on North Columbia Avenue.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near GA 21; I 3 FUT / North Columbia Avenue.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 25m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (GA 21; I 3 FUT / North Columbia Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 12.9 miles (GA 307; Alternate GA 21 / Bourne Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.2 miles (US 80; GA 26 / Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 25m. Total distance: 18.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 12.9 miles on North Columbia Avenue. 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 21; I 3 FUT / North Columbia Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 12.9 miles (GA 307; Alternate GA 21 / Bourne Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.2 miles (US 80; GA 26 / Main Street): Navigation decision point.
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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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