Origin
Statesboro, GA
Morning in Statesboro on Tuesday
Local time
6:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Statesboro, GA to Savannah, 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
1h 9m
Distance
55 mi
89 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 4m
★
6 AM
1h 9m
8 AM
1h 20m
10 AM
1h 13m
12 PM
1h 12m
3 PM
1h 14m
5 PM
1h 20m
8 PM
1h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Statesboro, GA
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Savannah, GA
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a straightforward connection between Statesboro and Savannah, this 55-mile trek across Southeast Georgia is an ideal candidate for a quick day trip. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 9 minutes behind the wheel as you navigate from the inland college town toward the coast. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $9, this route is as economical as it is efficient. Since the entire drive takes just over an hour, there is no need to plan for an overnight stay; you can comfortably complete the journey in a single morning or afternoon. It serves as a practical, no-nonsense link between these two regional hubs, making it perfect for commuters or travelers looking to transition quickly between the city and the coast.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway | 39.2 mi | 43m |
| Highway 67 | 8.4 mi | 11m |
| GA 67 | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Fair Road | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| South Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West Bay Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West Brannen Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
— 39.2 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Statesboro, GA and Savannah, GA.
1
Start on East Main Street
80 ft
·
8 sec
·
East Main Street
2
Continue on US 25; US 301; GA 67; GA 73
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
3
Turn left onto West Brannen Street
111 ft
·
6 sec
·
West Brannen Street
4
Turn right onto GA 67
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Fair Road
5
Continue on GA 67
8.4 mi
·
11 min
·
Highway 67
6
Continue on GA 67
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
GA 67
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 16 East: Savannah
8
Merge onto I 16
39 mi
·
42 min
·
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 16
0.6 mi
·
53 sec
·
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 167A
Toward Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn left onto Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
12
Turn left onto GA 25 Connector
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
West Bay Street
13
Turn uturn
117 ft
·
11 sec
14
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.5 miles from Statesboro, 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 14.4 and 55 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
14.4 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Take the ramp toward I 16 East: Savannah
Navigation decision point
Toward I 16 East: Savannah
6
53.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
|
I 16 / Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 16 / Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
53.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 167A
Toward Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
6
54 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
|
Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Turn left onto Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
7
55 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
Turn uturn
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.60 one way
$17.20 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $9.40 | $18.81 |
| premium | $4.70 | $10.18 | $20.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.14 | $24.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.5 | 0 | $5.77 | $2.64 |
| Efficient EV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.81 | $2.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22 | 0 | $7.70 | $3.52 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Savannah, GA
Morning in Savannah on Tuesday
Local time
6:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 9m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is a quintessential highway-focused drive, with 92% of your time spent on main arteries like Highway 67 and the Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway. You will settle into a steady rhythm early on, as the longest uninterrupted stretch spans 39.2 miles along the parkway. Do not expect technical twists or mountainous terrain; instead, you get a consistent, fast-paced road experience that prioritizes direct travel. The character of the drive remains stable throughout, offering a predictable path that allows you to maintain a reliable speed as you move between the two Georgia locations. It is a functional, efficient stretch of pavement that gets you to your destination without unnecessary detours.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 39.2 mi on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway and Highway 67. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 14.4 miles in.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 55 miles you will encounter 9 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: at 14.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 53.3 miles (I 16 / Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 53.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving 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 1h 9m. Total distance: 55 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 39.2 miles on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway. 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 Savannah, GA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 14.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 53.3 miles (I 16 / Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 53.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Fort Pulaski National Monument. 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 Savannah, 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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