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Trip from Savannah, GA to Adel, GA

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 10m

Distance

191.7 mi

308 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$30

one way

EV Charging

Fair

2 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
3h 57m ★
6 AM
4h 10m
8 AM
4h 37m
10 AM
4h 19m
12 PM
4h 17m
3 PM
4h 21m
5 PM
4h 35m
8 PM
4h 2m

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

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

Savannah, GA

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city in Cook County, Georgia, United States

Adel, GA

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Trip Overview

Spanning 191.7 miles across Southern Georgia, this trip from Savannah to Adel typically takes about 4 hours and 10 minutes behind the wheel. Because of the manageable distance, it works perfectly as a single-day journey, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $31 for fuel to cover the trek. Navigating this route involves a combination of I-95, US 82, and US 84, keeping you within the Southeast region for the duration of your travel. It is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that connects the coast to the interior, making it a reliable choice for travelers who prefer consistency over complex navigation.

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

95.8 miles from Savannah, GA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 54m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 95 55.6 mi 59m
US 82 39.8 mi 52m
US 84 26 mi 36m
West Thigpen Avenue 20.2 mi 28m
GA 37 17.1 mi 23m
GA 99 9.2 mi 12m
Grants Ferry Road 6.2 mi 8m
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway 5.9 mi 6m
Longest stretch: I 95 — 55.6 mi, about 59m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on this road

145 ft · 13 sec · this road
2

Turn right onto North Fahm Street

72 ft · 6 sec · North Fahm Street
3

Turn right onto West Bay Street

1.8 mi · 2 min · West Bay Street
4

Turn left onto US 80; GA 25 Connector; GA 26

360 ft · 7 sec · Collins Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
5

Continue on US 80; GA 25 Connector; GA 26

455 ft · 9 sec · Augusta Avenue
6

Take the ramp onto US 80; GA 25 Connector; GA 26

0.2 mi · 24 sec · US 80; GA 25 Connector; GA 26
Toward GA 21 South
7

Merge onto I 516; US 80; GA 21; GA 25; GA 26

0.8 mi · 1 min · William F. Lynes Parkway
8

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 19 sec
Toward I 16, US 17 North: Macon, Savannah Use the slight right lane.
9

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 21 sec
Toward I 16 West: Macon Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
10

Merge onto I 16

5.9 mi · 6 min · Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Take the exit

395 ft · 5 sec
Toward I 95 North: Airport, Florence SC Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Keep slight left at fork

1.0 mi · 1 min
13

Merge onto I 95

56 mi · 59 min · I 95
14

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 53 sec
Exit 42 Toward GA 99
15

Keep slight left at fork

212 ft · 5 sec
Toward GA 99: GA 99 Use the left lane.
16

Enter roundabout onto GA 99

18 ft · 0 sec · GA 99
17

Continue on GA 99

2.4 mi · 3 min · GA 99
18

Enter roundabout onto GA 99

94 ft · 1 sec · Grants Ferry Road
19

Continue on GA 99

6.2 mi · 8 min · Grants Ferry Road
Use the straight lane.
20

Turn slight left onto GA 99

6.9 mi · 9 min · GA 99
Use the straight / left lanes.
21

Turn right onto US 82; GA 520

11 mi · 15 min · US 82; GA 520
Use the straight lane.
22

Continue on US 82; GA 520

4.8 mi · 5 min · US 82; GA 520
23

Continue on US 82; GA 520

4.6 mi · 7 min · US 82; GA 520
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
24

Continue on US 82; GA 520

19 mi · 24 min · US 82; GA 520
Use the straight / right lanes.
25

Turn right onto US 1 Business

1.2 mi · 1 min · Memorial Drive
Use the straight / right lanes.
26

Turn left onto Screven Avenue

0.4 mi · 42 sec · Screven Avenue
27

Turn right onto Jenkins Street

502 ft · 10 sec · Jenkins Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
28

Continue on US 84; GA 38

0.3 mi · 44 sec · Francis Street
29

Turn left onto South Nicholls Street

0.2 mi · 25 sec · South Nicholls Street
30

Continue on Glenmore Avenue

1.1 mi · 2 min · Glenmore Avenue
31

Continue on Wadley Road

0.2 mi · 27 sec · Wadley Road
32

Turn left onto US 84; GA 38

18 mi · 23 min · US 84; GA 38
Use the straight / left lanes.
33

Enter roundabout onto Main Street

178 ft · 4 sec · Main Street
34

Continue on Main Street

1.4 mi · 2 min · Main Street
35

Enter roundabout onto US 84; GA 38

208 ft · 5 sec · US 84; GA 38
36

Continue on US 84; GA 38

3.3 mi · 4 min · US 84; GA 38
37

Continue on US 84; GA 38

1.5 mi · 2 min · US 84; GA 38
38

Continue on US 84; GA 38

3.2 mi · 5 min · US 84; GA 38
39

Turn right onto GA 37

17 mi · 23 min · GA 37
40

Continue on US 129; GA 11; GA 37

20 mi · 28 min · West Thigpen Avenue
41

Turn left onto GA 76

2.0 mi · 3 min · GA 76
42

Turn right

150 ft · 13 sec
43

Turn right

50 ft · 3 sec
44

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Since this is a 4-hour drive, try to depart in the morning to avoid late-afternoon traffic congestion. You only need to plan for one major stop, which provides enough flexibility to stretch your legs or grab a quick bite without disrupting your arrival time. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge when transitioning between the interstate and the US highways, as service availability can vary once you leave I-95. Because the route is relatively short, you have the advantage of choosing your own pace, so don't feel pressured to rush the 191.7-mile distance. A smart tip for this specific drive is to use your single planned stop to check your tire pressure, ensuring you remain comfortable for the secondary highway portions.

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 95.8 miles from Savannah, GA, or about 1h 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.6 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 42 miles or 48m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 95.8 miles or 1h 54m 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 20m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Adel, GA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Savannah, 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 Savannah, GA

This is one driving day of about 191.7 miles and 4h 10m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 miles from Savannah, 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 95 for about 55.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Waycross, GA, GA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Waycross, GA

96 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

Hinesville, GA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 42 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Hazlehurst, GA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 95.8 miles from Savannah, 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.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop

The Collins Quarter

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Savannah, Georgia

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+19127774147

Visit website

Origin Coffee Bar

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Savannah, Georgia

0.6 mi

Savannah Coffee Roasters

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Savannah, Georgia

0.6 mi

Best coffee break

Bitty & Beau’s Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Savannah, Georgia

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+19123587180

Visit website

The Coffee Fox Roasting Co.

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Savannah, Georgia

0.5 mi

Asher + Rye Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Savannah, Georgia

0.8 mi

The Collins Quarter

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+19127774147

Visit website

Origin Coffee Bar

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+19123495122

Visit website

Savannah Coffee Roasters

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+19123522994

Visit website

Deeply Rooted Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

Final third 0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Homerville, Georgia

Hours: 6:30 am–2 pm

+19125209356

Visit website

Maté Factor

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+19122352906

Visit website

Bitty & Beau’s Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+19123587180

Visit website

The Coffee Fox Roasting Co.

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+19124010399

Visit website

Asher + Rye Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+19122363044

Visit website

Starbucks Coffee

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 6:30 am–6 pm

+19123739099

Visit website

Nine Line Apparel & Black Rifle Coffee Shop - Savannah

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 6:30 am–6 pm

+19124804250

Visit website

Revival Coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour Inexpensiv

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+19124331409

Visit website

Jennie's Victorian Coffee House and Royal Thai Tea

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 9 am–7 pm

Facility Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Early stretch 2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10

Brunswick, Georgia

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+19125744590

Visit website

Circle K Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Columbus, Georgia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18335052291

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Later in the drive, right off the route

Final third 1 mi from route ~2 min detour

Homerville, Georgia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Jepson Center & Telfair Children's Art Museum (CAM)

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+19127908800

Visit website

Savannah Visitor Information Center

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 9 am–4 pm

+19129440455

Visit website

Webb Military Museum

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 11 am–5 pm

+19126630398

Visit website

Graveface Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 12–7 pm

+19123358018

Visit website

The Savannah Underground

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 7–11:30 pm

+19122145310

Visit website

Sip n' Shop Tours

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 11 am–5:30 pm

+19123735501

Visit website

Southern Forest World

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour

Waycross, Georgia

Hours: 9 am–2 pm

+19122854056

Visit website

Wise Guys Historical Tours

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour

Thunderbolt, Georgia

+19129128014

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 28

5 decision points cluster between mile 1.9 and 66.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
1.9 mi into trip | ~3m in | US 80; GA 25 Connector; GA 26 / Collins Street

Turn left onto US 80; GA 25 Connector; GA 26 / Collins Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left lanes.
7
3 mi into trip | ~5m in

Take the exit toward I 16, US 17 North: Macon, 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. Toward I 16, US 17 North: Macon, Savannah
8
3.2 mi into trip | ~5m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 16 West: Macon

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward I 16 West: Macon
7
9.4 mi into trip | ~12m in

Take the exit toward I 95 North: Airport, Florence SC

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 95 North: Airport, Florence SC
7
66.4 mi into trip | ~1h 15m in

Keep slight left at fork toward GA 99: GA 99

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward GA 99: GA 99

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$29.98 one way

$59.96 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 67 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $32.78 $65.56
premium $4.70 $35.48 $70.96
diesel $5.61 $42.32 $84.65

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: 67.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 57.5 0 $20.13 $9.20
Efficient EV 47.9 0 $16.77 $7.67
EV Truck/SUV 76.7 0 $26.84 $12.27

Gas CO2

67 kg

EV CO2

22 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 Apr 20, 2026

Origin

Savannah, GA

Late night in Savannah on Tuesday

Local time

5:07 AM

EDT

Current temp

88°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Adel, GA

Late night in Adel on Tuesday

Local time

5:07 AM

EDT

Current temp

87°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

1 degrees cooler 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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a drive that prioritizes efficiency, with 82% of your journey spent on highways. The route kicks off with a significant 55.6-mile stretch on I-95, providing a smooth start before you transition onto the US 82 and US 84 corridors. While the interstate portion offers a fast-paced experience, the shift to US-numbered roads changes the pace, requiring more attention as you move through smaller stretches of the state. You will find that the personality of the road is largely defined by these high-speed segments, offering a steady, predictable experience for the driver. It is a practical route designed for steady progress rather than winding exploration.

82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
44 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 55.6 mi on I 95.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and US 82. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.9 miles in near US 80; GA 25 Connector; GA 26 / Collins Street.

Driving Effort 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 28 significant decision points across 191.7 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 1.9 miles (US 80; GA 25 Connector; GA 26 / Collins Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

About the Cities

Starting in Savannah, GA

Full guide →

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.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 10m. Total distance: 191.7 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 (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 55.6 miles on I 95. 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 Adel, 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 1.9 miles (US 80; GA 25 Connector; GA 26 / Collins Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Possible but tiring. At 4.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Adel, GA, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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