Traveling from Savannah to Augusta covers 120.7 miles across the southeast portion of Georgia. With a travel time of approximately 2 hours and 41 minutes, this trip is perfectly suited as a one-day excursion. You can expect to spend roughly $19 on fuel for the journey, making it a budget-friendly way to move between these two cities. The route utilizes a combination of GA 21, Main Street, and GA 56 to navigate the transition between the regions. Since the entire drive stays within the state of Georgia, the transition is straightforward and predictable. Whether you are heading up for business or a change of scenery, this route offers a manageable pace that avoids the need for an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
60.4 miles from Savannah, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 15m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
GA 21
41.9 mi
48m
Main Street
19.5 mi
26m
GA 56
15.5 mi
22m
Augusta Road
12.6 mi
17m
Millhaven Road
7.5 mi
10m
GA 24
5.4 mi
7m
US 301
4.5 mi
5m
Girard Millhaven Road
3.4 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
GA 21
— 41.9 mi, about 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Savannah, GA and Augusta, 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
1.7 mi·2 min·West Bay Street
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·35 sec
Toward I 516 West, GA 21 North
5
Merge onto I 516; GA 21; GA 25
1.1 mi·1 min·William F. Lynes Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on GA 21
13 mi·17 min·Augusta Road
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on GA 21; I 3 FUT
42 mi·48 min·GA 21; I 3 FUT
Use the straight lane.
8
Turn right onto GA 21 Business
1.5 mi·2 min·South Main Street
9
Continue on US 301 Business; GA 73; GA 21 Business
1.0 mi·1 min·North Main Street
10
Turn slight left onto US 301 Business; GA 73
299 ft·6 sec·US 301 Business; GA 73
11
Turn right onto US 301; GA 73 Loop
4.5 mi·5 min·US 301; GA 73 Loop
12
Take the exit onto GA 24
5.4 mi·7 min·GA 24
13
Turn right onto Millhaven Road
1.9 mi·2 min·Millhaven Road
14
Continue on Milhaven Road
1.2 mi·1 min·Milhaven Road
15
Turn straight onto Girard Millhaven Road
3.4 mi·4 min·Girard Millhaven Road
16
Continue on Millhaven Road
5.6 mi·7 min·Millhaven Road
17
Continue on GA 23
19 mi·26 min·Main Street
18
At end of road, turn right onto GA 56
15 mi·22 min·GA 56
19
Turn slight right
395 ft·17 sec
20
Continue on Old Savannah Road
0.8 mi·1 min·Old Savannah Road
21
Turn right onto US 1; US 25; US 78; US 278; GA 10; GA 121
438 ft·10 sec·Gordon Highway
22
Turn left onto Old Savannah Road
1.3 mi·3 min·Old Savannah Road
23
Turn slight left onto 12th Street
0.8 mi·2 min·12th Street
24
Turn right onto Laney Walker Boulevard
0.1 mi·19 sec·Laney Walker Boulevard
25
Turn left onto 11th Street
0.4 mi·43 sec·11th Street
26
Turn left onto Walton Way
282 ft·12 sec·Walton Way
27
Arrive at destination
Walton Way
Trip Plan
Planning for this 120.7-mile trip is simple thanks to its short duration, though you should still prepare for the transition between road types. While the drive is easily completed in a single stretch, incorporating at least one planned stop will help you break up the 2-hour and 41-minute journey comfortably. Aim to depart outside of peak traffic hours to ensure your time on local roads like Main Street remains smooth. Since you will spend about $19 on fuel, double-check your tank levels before leaving Savannah to avoid unnecessary stops along the less populated stretches of GA 56. Keep in mind that the flexibility of this route is a major advantage, allowing you to easily adjust your schedule if you need more time on the road.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 60.4 miles from Savannah, GA, or about 1h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 41.9 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 27 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 60.4 miles or 1h 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Augusta, 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 120.7 miles and 2h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 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 GA 21 for about 41.9 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 120.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|North Fahm Street
Turn right onto North Fahm Street
Navigation decision point
4
1.7 mi into trip|~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 516 West, GA 21 North
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 516 West, GA 21 North
5
2 mi into trip|~3m in|I 516; GA 21; GA 25 / William F. Lynes Parkway
Merge onto I 516; GA 21; GA 25 / William F. Lynes Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
101.7 mi into trip|~2h 11m in|GA 56
At end of road, turn right onto GA 56
Navigation decision point
4
120.2 mi into trip|~2h 40m in|Laney Walker Boulevard
Turn right onto Laney Walker Boulevard
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.87 one way
$37.75 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg42 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$20.64
$41.28
premium
$4.70
$22.34
$44.68
diesel
$5.61
$26.65
$53.30
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
36.2
0
$12.67
$5.79
Efficient EV
30.2
0
$10.56
$4.83
EV Truck/SUV
48.3
0
$16.90
$7.72
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 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 14, 2026
Origin
Savannah, GA
Late night
in Savannah on Sunday
Local time
1:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Augusta, GA
Late night
in Augusta on Sunday
Local time
1:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
89°F
Sunny
SW 6 mph0% chanceLive forecast
49°F
Sylvania, GA
60 mi in
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
32 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
2h 41m 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.
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a mixed driving experience as you transition through the various segments of the route. Approximately 57% of your travel occurs on highways, providing a nice balance between steady cruising and local navigation. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch of 41.9 miles while traveling along GA 21, which allows you to settle into a consistent rhythm. As you move from the initial highway sections onto Main Street and GA 56, the character of the road shifts, requiring more attention to local traffic patterns. This blend of fast-paced roadwork and secondary thoroughfares keeps the drive engaging without becoming overly strenuous.
57% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 41.9 mi on GA 21.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Fahm Street.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 41m drive. You will face about 12 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 (North Fahm Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2 miles (I 516; GA 21; GA 25 / William F. Lynes Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 41m. Total distance: 120.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 41.9 miles on GA 21. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Fahm Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2 miles (I 516; GA 21; GA 25 / William F. Lynes Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Augusta, GA before heading back.
