Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 35m
Distance
79.7 mi
128 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Twin City, GA
Lukas Kosc
This straightforward 79.7-mile drive from Savannah to Twin City, Georgia, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 35 minutes. You'll primarily be on highways, with 76% of the route utilizing them, making for an efficient journey. The estimated fuel cost for this leg is around $12. Given its relatively short distance and duration, this route offers flexibility for departure times and allows for spontaneous stops along the way. The trip stays within the Southeast region, offering a consistent regional feel throughout.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
39.9 miles from Savannah, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 45m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway | 59.5 mi | 1h 4m |
| Cedar Street | 14 mi | 19m |
| West Bay Street | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| South Lewis Street | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| William F. Lynes Parkway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Elm Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Broad Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| College Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Savannah, GA and Twin City, GA.
Start on this road
Turn right onto North Fahm Street
Turn right onto West Bay Street
Turn left onto US 80; GA 25 Connector; GA 26
Continue on US 80; GA 25 Connector; GA 26
Take the ramp onto US 80; GA 25 Connector; GA 26
Merge onto I 516; US 80; GA 21; GA 25; GA 26
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 16
Take the exit
Turn sharp right onto GA 23; GA 121
Turn left onto GA 23; GA 46
Turn right onto GA 23
Continue on GA 23
Turn right onto GA 23
Continue on GA 23
Turn right onto US 80; GA 26
Arrive at destination
With a total duration of just under 1.5 hours, this route offers a relaxed pace. You can depart Savannah anytime, but an early start will give you the most daylight. Since there are no designated stops mentioned and the drive is under 80 miles, you'll likely only need one fuel stop, with an estimated cost of $12. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longest stretch of 59.5 miles on the Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway, as services might be less frequent there.
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.
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 18 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.9 miles or 45m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Twin City, GA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Savannah, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Savannah, GA
This is one driving day of about 79.7 miles and 1h 35m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
40 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.
A short stop after about 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 39.9 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 62.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto North Fahm Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto US 80; GA 25 Connector; GA 26 / Collins Street
Lane positioning matters here
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
Keep slight right at fork toward I 16 West: Macon
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward GA 23, GA 121: Metter, Reidsville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$12.46 one way
$24.93 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $13.63 | $27.25 |
| premium | $4.70 | $14.75 | $29.50 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.60 | $35.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.9 | 0 | $8.37 | $3.83 |
| Efficient EV | 19.9 | 0 | $6.97 | $3.19 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.9 | 0 | $11.16 | $5.10 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Savannah on Sunday
Local time
6:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
94°F
Sunny
Destination
Morning in Twin City on Sunday
Local time
6:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this 79.7-mile journey. You'll spend most of your time on well-maintained roads, with a significant 59.5-mile stretch on the Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway. While the highway share is high at 76%, the drive isn't necessarily monotonous. You'll navigate through streets like Cedar Street and West Bay Street in Savannah before transitioning to faster-paced roads, offering a blend of urban start and open road travel.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway and Cedar Street. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Fahm Street.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 79.7 miles you will encounter 14 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 3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Savannah, GA to Twin City, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Reidsville along the way.
Reidsville
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 35m. Total distance: 79.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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