Origin
Savannah, GA
Late night in Savannah on Sunday
Local time
12:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Savannah, GA to Glennville, GA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 20m
Distance
58.8 mi
95 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 15m
★
6 AM
1h 21m
8 AM
1h 33m
10 AM
1h 25m
12 PM
1h 24m
3 PM
1h 26m
5 PM
1h 33m
8 PM
1h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Savannah, GA
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Glennville, GA
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick getaway from the coast, this 58.8-mile trip from Savannah to Glennville is an ideal day trip. You can expect to spend about 1 hour and 20 minutes behind the wheel, making it a manageable journey that does not require an overnight stay. The route is heavily highway-focused, utilizing I-95, GA 144, and the Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway to move you efficiently through Southeast Georgia. With fuel costs estimated at around $9, it is an economical excursion for your weekend plans. Because the trip is short and straightforward, you have plenty of flexibility to explore your destination without worrying about a grueling return commute. It is a practical, no-nonsense path for travelers who prefer to spend their time at the destination rather than on the road.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| GA 144 | 39.5 mi | 56m |
| I 95 | 8.8 mi | 9m |
| Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway | 5.9 mi | 6m |
| West Bay Street | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| William F. Lynes Parkway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| US 80 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Augusta Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Collins Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
GA 144
— 39.5 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Savannah, GA and Glennville, 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
8.8 mi
·
9 min
·
I 95
14
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Exit 90
Toward GA 144: Fort Stewart, Richmond Hill
15
Turn right onto GA 144
20 mi
·
27 min
·
GA 144
16
Turn slight right onto GA 144
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
GA 144
17
Turn left onto GA 144
19 mi
·
27 min
·
GA 144
18
Arrive at destination
GA 144
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.4 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 135 decision points cluster between mile 1.9 and 19.2 — 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
6
19.2 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Take the exit toward GA 144: Fort Stewart, Richmond Hill
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 90
Toward GA 144: Fort Stewart, Richmond Hill
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.20 one way
$18.39 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $10.05 | $20.11 |
| premium | $4.70 | $10.88 | $21.77 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.98 | $25.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.17 | $2.82 |
| Efficient EV | 14.7 | 0 | $5.15 | $2.35 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.5 | 0 | $8.23 | $3.76 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Destination
Glennville, GA
Late night in Glennville on Sunday
Local time
12:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
54°F
Midway, GA
29 mi in
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
22 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
1h 20m 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 consistent, highway-centric experience, as 94% of this drive keeps you on high-speed thoroughfares. The road’s personality is defined by utility and efficiency, with the longest uninterrupted stretch covering 39.5 miles along GA 144. You will find yourself moving steadily through the landscape, transitioning between major interstate corridors and the Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway. While you won't encounter the winding technical turns of backroads, the route offers a reliable flow that helps you maintain a steady pace. It is a straightforward drive designed for those who want to cover the distance between Savannah and Glennville with minimal deviation from major traffic arteries.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 39.5 mi on GA 144.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on GA 144 and I 95. 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
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 58.8 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: 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Savannah, GA and Glennville, GA, road signs point toward Florence and Richmond Hill.
Florence
9.4 mi in
|
~12m
Richmond Hill
19.2 mi in
|
~23m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 20m. Total distance: 58.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 20m 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 39.5 miles on GA 144. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Glennville, 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: 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.
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 Glennville, 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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