Origin
Savannah, GA
Morning in Savannah on Tuesday
Local time
6:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Savannah, GA to Sardis, GA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 41m
Distance
233.1 mi
375 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$36
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 28m
★
6 AM
4h 42m
8 AM
5h 9m
10 AM
4h 51m
12 PM
4h 48m
3 PM
4h 53m
5 PM
5h 7m
8 PM
4h 34m
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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Sardis, GA
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Trip Overview
This 233.1-mile journey from Savannah to Sardis, Georgia, is a straightforward drive that can easily be completed in a single day, taking approximately 4 hours and 41 minutes. With 93% of the route on highways, expect a focused driving experience. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $36. The drive is primarily contained within Georgia, connecting two points in the Southeast region. This route is well-suited for a day trip, allowing for a flexible departure and arrival schedule.
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
116.6 miles from Savannah, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 7m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway | 135.2 mi | 2h 25m |
| GA 96 | 66 mi | 1h 26m |
| South Washington Avenue | 8.4 mi | 12m |
| GA 90 | 6.4 mi | 9m |
| GA 358 | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| GA 116 | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| Orange Street | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| West Bay Street | 1.8 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
— 135.2 mi, about 2h 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Savannah, GA and Sardis, 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
135 mi
·
2 hr 25 min
·
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward GA 358: Allentown, Danville
12
Keep slight left at fork
97 ft
·
5 sec
Toward GA 358: Allentown, Danville
13
Turn left onto GA 358
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
GA 358
14
At end of road, turn left onto GA 96
32 mi
·
44 min
·
GA 96
Use the left lane.
15
Turn right onto GA 96
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
GA 96
Use the right lane.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto US 341; GA 7; GA 96
120 ft
·
3 sec
·
Oakland Heights Parkway
Use the straight lane.
17
Turn left onto GA 96
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Vineville Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Continue on GA 96
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Orange Street
19
At end of road, turn left onto GA 96; GA 540
34 mi
·
40 min
·
GA 96; GA 540
Use the left lane.
20
Turn right onto GA 90
6.4 mi
·
9 min
·
GA 90
21
At end of road, turn right onto US 80; GA 22; GA 41; GA 208
8.4 mi
·
12 min
·
South Washington Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
22
Continue on GA 41
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Bellwood Avenue
23
Turn left onto GA 116
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
GA 116
24
At end of road, turn right onto Chestnut Grove Road
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Chestnut Grove Road
Use the left / right lanes.
25
Arrive at destination
Chestnut Grove Road
Trip Plan
Given the 4 hour and 41-minute duration, starting your drive from Savannah in the morning will comfortably get you to Sardis within the same day. With only one recommended stop and a 93% highway share, fuel and rest breaks are key; plan for at least one longer stop midway. The longest stretch without a major road change is over 135 miles, so ensure you have sufficient fuel before embarking on this segment. This is a manageable day trip, so you have the flexibility to depart when it suits you best.
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 116.6 miles from Savannah, GA, or about 2h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 135.2 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 51 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 116.6 miles or 2h 7m 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 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sardis, 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 233.1 miles and 4h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 51 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 Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway for about 135.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
117 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 51 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 116.6 miles from Savannah, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 135.2 miles.
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 205 decision points cluster between mile 1.9 and 232.5 — 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
6
139 mi into trip
|
~2h 32m in
Keep slight left at fork toward GA 358: Allentown, Danville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward GA 358: Allentown, Danville
7
232.5 mi into trip
|
~4h 39m in
|
Chestnut Grove Road
At end of road, turn right onto Chestnut Grove Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$36.45 one way
$72.90 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
82 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $39.86 | $79.71 |
| premium | $4.70 | $43.14 | $86.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $51.47 | $102.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 81.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 69.9 | 0 | $24.48 | $11.19 |
| Efficient EV | 58.3 | 0 | $20.40 | $9.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 93.2 | 1 | $32.63 | $14.92 |
Gas CO2
82 kg
EV CO2
27 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.
Destination
Sardis, GA
Morning in Sardis on Tuesday
Local time
6:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
83°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
5 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 41m 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 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...
10 mi from route
~26 min detour
$10
View on nps.gov
Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Welcome to Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park. This park is a prehistoric American Indian site, where many different American Indian cultures occupied this land for thousands of years. American...
20 mi from route
~50 min detour
Free
near mile 160.8
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
The personality of this drive is overwhelmingly highway-focused, with 93% of the 233.1 miles spent on major roads like the Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway and GA 96. You'll encounter a significant uninterrupted stretch of 135.2 miles on the Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway, meaning long periods of consistent driving. While the profile is largely highway, expect some transitions as you navigate through South Washington Avenue towards your destination.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 135.2 mi on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway and GA 96. 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
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 233.1 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.
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.
On the drive from Savannah, GA to Sardis, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Danville along the way.
Danville
138.6 mi in
|
~2h 31m
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 41m. Total distance: 233.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 135.2 miles on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway. 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 Sardis, 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.
Yes — Fort Pulaski National Monument and Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park. 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 9.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Sardis, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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