Savannah to Brooklet is 46.8 miles and takes about 1 hour 2 minutes via Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway and US Highway 80 East, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Georgia, making it a convenient local trip. Primarily a highway-focused experience, it's a straightforward connection between two points in the Southeast region. You'll find it's a quick journey, perfect for a day trip or a simple relocation without needing an overnight stay. Plan for a smooth, efficient drive.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
20.9 mi
23m
US Highway 80 East
20.2 mi
29m
West Bay Street
1.8 mi
2m
US 280
1.6 mi
2m
William F. Lynes Parkway
0.8 mi
1m
East Lane Street
0.3 mi
<1m
US 80
0.2 mi
<1m
Augusta Avenue
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
— 20.9 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Savannah, GA and Brooklet, 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, SavannahUse the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·21 sec
Toward I 16 West: MaconUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 16
21 mi·23 min·Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi·26 sec
Exit 143Toward US 280: Pembroke
12
Turn straight onto US 280; GA 30
1.6 mi·2 min·US 280; GA 30
13
Turn left onto US 80; GA 26
11 mi·16 min·US Highway 80 East
14
Continue on US 80; GA 26
8.8 mi·13 min·US Highway 80 East
15
Turn left onto Buie Road
173 ft·4 sec·Buie Road
16
Continue on East Lane Street
0.3 mi·46 sec·East Lane Street
17
Turn left onto Parker Avenue
439 ft·13 sec·Parker Avenue
18
Turn left onto Lee Street
24 ft·1 sec·Lee Street
19
Arrive at destination
Lee Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
The midpoint is around 23.4 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 3.2 — 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
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.
5
2 mi into trip|~3m in|US 80; GA 25 Connector; GA 26
Take the ramp onto US 80; GA 25 Connector; GA 26 toward GA 21 South
Navigation decision point
Toward GA 21 South
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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.32 one way
$14.64 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg16 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$8.00
$16.00
premium
$4.70
$8.66
$17.32
diesel
$5.61
$10.33
$20.67
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging
· 0 stops
· 69% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
14
0
$4.91
$2.25
Efficient EV
11.7
0
$4.10
$1.87
EV Truck/SUV
18.7
0
$6.55
$3.00
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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 18, 2026
Origin
Savannah, GA
Late night
in Savannah on Sunday
Local time
3:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
92°F
Mostly Sunny
SW 2 to 12 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Fire Weather Watch
Fire Weather Watch issued April 18 at 2:19PM EDT until April 19 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Fire Weather Watch
Fire Weather Watch issued April 18 at 2:06PM EDT until April 19 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Destination
Brooklet, GA
Late night
in Brooklet on Sunday
Local time
3:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°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
43 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
1h 2m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is heavily highway-focused, with 94% of the drive utilizing major roads. You'll spend most of your time on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway and US Highway 80 East. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 20.9 miles on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway, offering a consistent pace. Expect a driving experience that prioritizes directness over scenic detours, with much of the journey involving straightforward highway travel. The road character remains largely consistent throughout this relatively short trip.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 20.9 mi on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway and US Highway 80 East. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Fahm Street.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 46.8 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Fahm Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.9 miles (US 80; GA 25 Connector; GA 26 / Collins Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles (US 80; GA 25 Connector; GA 26): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 2m. Total distance: 46.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 20.9 miles on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 6 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Brooklet, GA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 (North Fahm Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.9 miles (US 80; GA 25 Connector; GA 26 / Collins Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles (US 80; GA 25 Connector; GA 26): 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 Brooklet, GA before heading back.
