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Trip from Savannah, GA to Waycross, GA

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 31m

Distance

122.9 mi

198 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$19

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 30 min
4 AM
2h 21m ★
6 AM
2h 31m
8 AM
2h 51m
10 AM
2h 38m
12 PM
2h 36m
3 PM
2h 39m
5 PM
2h 50m
8 PM
2h 25m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in and county seat of Chatham County, Georgia, United States

Savannah, GA

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Downtown Waycross, GA, GA

Waycross, GA

Timon Reinhard

Trip Overview

This 122.9-mile drive from Savannah to Waycross, Georgia, is a straightforward 2-and-a-half-hour journey perfect for a single day trip. Primarily utilizing I-95, US-82, and GA-99, the route is about 91% highway, making it an efficient way to travel between these two points in the Southeast. With an estimated fuel cost of $19, it's an economical option for a quick excursion. The main roads offer a consistent driving experience, and since it's a relatively short trip, you'll have plenty of flexibility for when you want to depart and how often you choose to stop.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

61.5 miles from Savannah, GA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 9m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 95 55.6 mi 59m
US 82 39.8 mi 52m
GA 99 9.2 mi 12m
Grants Ferry Road 6.2 mi 8m
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway 5.9 mi 6m
West Bay Street 1.8 mi 2m
Memorial Drive 1.3 mi 1m
William F. Lynes Parkway 0.8 mi 1m
Longest stretch: I 95 — 55.6 mi, about 59m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Savannah, GA and Waycross, 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

56 mi · 59 min · I 95
14

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 53 sec
Exit 42 Toward GA 99
15

Keep slight left at fork

212 ft · 5 sec
Toward GA 99: GA 99 Use 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

1.3 mi · 1 min · Memorial Drive
Use the straight / right lanes.
26

Turn right onto Church Street

461 ft · 20 sec · Church Street
27

Arrive at destination

Church Street

Trip Plan

Given the 2-hour and 31-minute duration, this route is easily manageable as a day trip. Aim to depart in the morning to maximize your time at your destination or upon arrival in Waycross. With only one recommended stop, you have the freedom to break up the drive as you see fit, perhaps after the 55.6-mile stretch on I-95. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before heading onto the less direct state routes toward the end of your journey. The $19 fuel cost is a good estimate, but it's always wise to fill up in larger towns like Savannah before setting off.

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.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 61.5 miles from Savannah, GA, or about 1h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.6 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 27 miles or 32m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 61.5 miles or 1h 9m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 1m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Waycross, 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 122.9 miles and 2h 31m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 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 I 95 for about 55.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Dock Junction, GA, GA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Dock Junction, GA

61 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

Bloomingdale, GA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Darien, GA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 61.5 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 20

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

$19.22 one way

$38.44 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 43 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $21.01 $42.03
premium $4.70 $22.75 $45.49
diesel $5.61 $27.13 $54.27

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$19

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$44–$69

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 43 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 36.9 0 $12.90 $5.90
Efficient EV 30.7 0 $10.75 $4.92
EV Truck/SUV 49.2 0 $17.21 $7.87

Gas CO2

43 kg

EV CO2

14 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.

Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026

Origin

Savannah, GA

Late night in Savannah on Sunday

Local time

3:57 AM

EDT

Current temp

94°F

Sunny

SW 3 to 9 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Fire Weather Watch

Fire Weather Watch issued April 17 at 2:19PM EDT until April 18 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL

Fire Weather Watch

Fire Weather Watch issued April 17 at 2:19PM EDT until April 18 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL

Destination

Waycross, GA

Late night in Waycross on Sunday

Local time

3:57 AM

EDT

Current temp

52°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

42 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

2h 31m 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Fort Frederica National Monument

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...

8 mi from route ~19 min detour Free near mile 67.8
View on nps.gov
Fort Pulaski National Monument

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
Cumberland Island National Seashore

Cumberland Island National Seashore

National Seashore

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...

28 mi from route ~70 min detour $15 near mile 80.5
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this trip, with 91% of the route taking place on major roads. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on I-95, including the longest uninterrupted stretch of 55.6 miles. While the interstate offers speed and directness, the transition to US-82 and GA-99 will introduce a change in scenery and pace as you move away from the main thoroughfare. This progression means the drive starts fast and then shifts to more localized routes as you approach your destination.

91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 55.6 mi on I 95.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and US 82. 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 10/10

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 20 significant decision points across 122.9 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.

On the drive from Savannah, GA to Waycross, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Florence along the way.

Florence

9.4 mi in | ~12m

About the Cities

Arriving in Waycross, GA

Full guide →

Waycross is a city in Coastal Georgia.

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 2h 31m. Total distance: 122.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 55.6 miles on I 95. 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 Waycross, 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 Frederica National Monument, Fort Pulaski National Monument and Cumberland Island National Seashore. 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 Waycross, 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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