Traveling from Savannah to Waynesboro covers 95 miles of Georgia landscape, typically taking about 2 hours and 3 minutes of drive time. Because this is a straightforward, highway-focused trip, you can easily complete the journey in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend roughly $15 on fuel, making this an affordable excursion within the Southeast region. Whether you are heading inland for business or leisure, the route is efficient and predictable. Since both cities are located within Georgia, you remain within the same state throughout the entire transit. Use this drive as a practical way to connect the coast to the interior, keeping your travel plans simple and budget-friendly.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
47.5 miles from Savannah, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 59m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
GA 21
41.9 mi
48m
GA 24
30.2 mi
43m
Augusta Road
12.6 mi
17m
US 301
4.5 mi
5m
West Bay Street
1.7 mi
2m
South Main Street
1.5 mi
2m
William F. Lynes Parkway
1.1 mi
1m
North Main Street
1 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
GA 21
— 41.9 mi, about 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Savannah, GA and Waynesboro, 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
1.7 mi·2 min·West Bay Street
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·35 sec
Toward I 516 West, GA 21 North
5
Merge onto I 516; GA 21; GA 25
1.1 mi·1 min·William F. Lynes Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on GA 21
13 mi·17 min·Augusta Road
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on GA 21; I 3 FUT
42 mi·48 min·GA 21; I 3 FUT
Use the straight lane.
8
Turn right onto GA 21 Business
1.5 mi·2 min·South Main Street
9
Continue on US 301 Business; GA 73; GA 21 Business
1.0 mi·1 min·North Main Street
10
Turn slight left onto US 301 Business; GA 73
299 ft·6 sec·US 301 Business; GA 73
11
Turn right onto US 301; GA 73 Loop
4.5 mi·5 min·US 301; GA 73 Loop
12
Take the exit onto GA 24
30 mi·43 min·GA 24
13
Arrive at destination
US 25; GA 24; GA 121
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive of 95 miles, you have significant flexibility with your departure time to avoid potential traffic. While the route is direct, pacing yourself is key because there are no formal stops planned into this itinerary. Ensure your tank is topped off before you head out, as the $15 fuel estimate assumes a steady pace without excessive idling. Keep a close eye on your navigation when transitioning between GA 21 and GA 24 to stay on the most efficient path. Since the drive is just over two hours, consider departing mid-morning to arrive in Waynesboro refreshed and ready for your afternoon plans.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 47.5 miles from Savannah, GA, or about 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 41.9 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 21 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 47.5 miles or 59m 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 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Waynesboro, 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 95 miles and 2h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Savannah, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on GA 21 for about 41.9 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 7
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 57.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|North Fahm Street
Turn right onto North Fahm Street
Navigation decision point
3
0 mi into trip|~0m in|West Bay Street
Turn right onto West Bay Street
Navigation decision point
4
1.7 mi into trip|~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 516 West, GA 21 North
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 516 West, GA 21 North
5
2 mi into trip|~3m in|I 516; GA 21; GA 25 / William F. Lynes Parkway
Merge onto I 516; GA 21; GA 25 / William F. Lynes Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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57.6 mi into trip|~1h 11m in|GA 21 Business / South Main Street
Turn right onto GA 21 Business / South Main Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.86 one way
$29.71 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg33 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$16.24
$32.49
premium
$4.70
$17.58
$35.16
diesel
$5.61
$20.97
$41.95
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
28.5
0
$9.98
$4.56
Efficient EV
23.8
0
$8.31
$3.80
EV Truck/SUV
38
0
$13.30
$6.08
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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 20, 2026
Origin
Savannah, GA
Morning
in Savannah on Tuesday
Local time
8:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Waynesboro, GA
Morning
in Waynesboro on Tuesday
Local time
8:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
87°F
Springfield, GA
48 mi in
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
3 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 3m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a steady, highway-focused experience as you navigate your way toward Waynesboro. With 82% of the journey spent on highways, you will spend most of your time maintaining a consistent pace along GA 21, GA 24, and Augusta Road. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs early on, lasting 41.9 miles as you travel along GA 21. While the road is designed for efficiency rather than technical complexity, the transition between these major thoroughfares keeps the drive from feeling monotonous. You will find that the road conditions remain fairly uniform, allowing you to focus on the road ahead for the duration of your two-hour trip.
82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 41.9 mi on GA 21.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on GA 21 and GA 24. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Fahm Street.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Savannah, GA to Waynesboro, GA is easy. At 2h 3m with 82% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Fahm Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (West Bay Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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.
The longest stretch is about 41.9 miles on GA 21. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Fahm Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (West Bay Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Waynesboro, GA before heading back.
