Savannah to Moultrie is 222.2 miles and takes about 4h 43m via US 82 and I-95, with a fuel budget near $37 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Georgia, moving from the Southeast coastal region inland. You'll spend most of your time on highways, making for a relatively quick transit. With only one recommended stop and a total drive time under five hours, this route is well-suited for a single-day excursion.
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
111.1 miles from Savannah, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 15m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 82
97.4 mi
2h 5m
I 95
55.6 mi
59m
US 319
24.6 mi
36m
GA 99
9.2 mi
12m
Albany Highway
6.6 mi
7m
Grants Ferry Road
6.2 mi
8m
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
5.9 mi
6m
South Georgia Parkway
5.6 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
US 82
— 97.4 mi, about 2h 5m
Traffic on I-516
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 12 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
5 PM
~2,017 veh/hr typical
· worst 2,418
Quietest
2 AM
~105 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
19.2×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Savannah, GA and Moultrie, 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
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 SCUse 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 42Toward GA 99
15
Keep slight left at fork
212 ft·5 sec
Toward GA 99: GA 99Use 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
Continue on Carswell Avenue
3.7 mi·6 min·Carswell Avenue
27
Turn right onto US 1; US 23; US 82; GA 4; GA 520
5.6 mi·6 min·South Georgia Parkway
28
Continue on US 82; GA 520
6.6 mi·7 min·Albany Highway
29
Continue on US 82; GA 520
3.4 mi·3 min·US 82; GA 520
30
Continue on US 82; GA 520
5.1 mi·6 min·US 82; GA 520
31
Continue on US 82; GA 520
4.6 mi·5 min·US 82; GA 520
32
Continue on US 82; GA 520
4.5 mi·6 min·US 82; GA 520
Use the straight / right lanes.
33
Continue on US 82; GA 520
21 mi·24 min·US 82; GA 520
34
Continue on US 82; GA 520
0.7 mi·1 min·US 82; GA 520
35
Continue on US 82; US 129; GA 11; GA 520
1.1 mi·1 min·US 82; US 129; GA 11; GA 520
36
Continue on US 82; GA 520
15 mi·18 min·US 82; GA 520
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
37
Continue on US 82; US 319; GA 35; GA 520
2.5 mi·5 min·US 82; US 319; GA 35; GA 520
Use the straight lane.
38
Take the exit onto US 319; GA 35
173 ft·10 sec·US 319; GA 35
Use the left lane.
39
Turn left onto US 319; GA 35
25 mi·35 min·US 319; GA 35
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
40
Enter roundabout onto US 319 Business; GA 33
111 ft·4 sec·Tifton Highway
41
Continue on US 319 Business; GA 33
0.2 mi·19 sec·Tifton Highway
42
Continue on US 319 Business; GA 33
1.2 mi·2 min·North Main Street
Use the straight lane.
43
Turn right onto GA 37
64 ft·1 sec·West Central Avenue
44
Arrive at destination
GA 37
Trip Plan
Given the 4h 43m drive time, departing Savannah in the morning will allow you to reach Moultrie with plenty of daylight remaining. The route is designed for a single day, so you can be flexible with your pace. Plan for one stop to break up the 222.2 miles. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longer stretches on US 82, as services might be more spread out. The estimated fuel cost is around $37, so budget accordingly.
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 111.1 miles from Savannah, GA, or about 2h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 97.4 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 49 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 111.1 miles or 2h 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 3h 45m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Moultrie, 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 222.2 miles and 4h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 49 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 US 82 for about 97.4 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 24
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
$32.81 one way
$65.61 round trip
$3.75/gal25.4 MPG avg78 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.12
$36.05
$72.10
premium
$4.49
$39.30
$78.59
diesel
$4.80
$41.96
$83.91
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 77.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
66.7
0
$23.33
$10.67
Efficient EV
55.6
0
$19.44
$8.89
EV Truck/SUV
88.9
1
$31.11
$14.22
Gas CO2
78 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 Jul 18, 2026
Origin
Savannah, GA
Morning
in Savannah on Sunday
Local time
6:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
93°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 12 mph15% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 3:50PM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 2:56PM EDT until July 18 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Columbia SC
Destination
Moultrie, GA
Morning
in Moultrie on Sunday
Local time
6:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
92°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
SW 5 mph60% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 3:50PM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 2:56PM EDT until July 18 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Columbia SC
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 43m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Fort Frederica National Monument
National Monument
War was imminent as James Oglethorpe established Fort Frederica in 1736, to help protect the British colonies from the Spanish in Florida. Fort Frederica illustrates the story of the War of Jenkins Ea...
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...
St Marys is the gateway to Cumberland Island, Georgia's largest and southernmost barrier island. Here pristine maritime forests, undeveloped beaches and wide marshes whisper the stories of both man an...
29 mi from route
~72 min detour
$15
near mile 76.6
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly highway, with 90% of the driving on interstates and major US routes. You'll encounter a 97.4-mile stretch on US 82, which will likely feel like continuous cruising. The highway portion concludes as you approach Moultrie, transitioning to more local roads for the final stretch into town. Expect the highway segments to have frequent exits and merges.
90% 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: 97.4 mi on US 82.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 82 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 Effort9/10
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 24 significant decision points across 222.2 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.
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.
Top landmarks
•Fort Pulaski National Monument — national monument in the United States
•Congregation Mickve Israel — synagogue in Savannah, Georgia, USA
•Casimir Pulaski Monument — monument in Savannah, Georgia, United States
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 43m. Total distance: 222.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 97.4 miles on US 82. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 11 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 Moultrie, 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. There are 11 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
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 Frederica National Monument, Fort Pulaski National Monument and Cumberland Island National Seashore. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Moultrie, GA, but most travelers stay overnight.
