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Trip from Temple, GA to Savannah, GA

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

Drive Time

5h 20m

Distance

287.6 mi

463 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$45

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
5h 7m ★
6 AM
5h 20m
8 AM
5h 47m
10 AM
5h 30m
12 PM
5h 27m
3 PM
5h 31m
5 PM
5h 46m
8 PM
5h 12m

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

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human settlement in Carroll and Haralson Counties, Georgia, United States of America

Temple, GA

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

Savannah, GA

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Trip Overview

This 287.6-mile drive from Temple, Georgia, to Savannah, Georgia, is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in a single day, taking approximately 5 hours and 20 minutes. The route primarily utilizes major interstates, with a 98% highway share, making it a focused drive through the Southeast. With an estimated fuel cost of $45, it's an economical option for traversing the state. You'll spend most of your time on I-16 and I-75, with a brief segment on Tom Murphy Freeway. This trip is best suited for those looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B, rather than a scenic adventure.

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

143.8 miles from Temple, GA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 42m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 16 164.2 mi 2h 57m
I 75 77.1 mi 1h 25m
Tom Murphy Freeway 37.5 mi 42m
James Wendell George Parkway 2.3 mi 3m
Carrollton Street 1.6 mi 3m
Downtown Connector 1 mi 1m
Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard 0.8 mi 2m
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway 0.6 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 16 — 164.2 mi, about 2h 57m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Temple, GA and Savannah, GA.

1

Start on GA 274

86 ft · 3 sec · James Street
2

Turn right onto GA 274

408 ft · 10 sec · Sage Street
3

Turn right onto GA 113

1.6 mi · 3 min · Carrollton Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
4

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 46 sec
Use the left lane.
5

Merge onto I 20

37 mi · 42 min · Tom Murphy Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 21 sec
Exit 57 Toward I 75 North, I 85 North, I 75 South, I 85 South: Chattanooga, Greenville, Macon, Montgomery Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Keep slight right at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward I 75 South, I 85 South: Macon, Montgomery Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8

Merge onto I 75; I 85

1.0 mi · 1 min · Downtown Connector
9

Continue on I 75; I 85

2.3 mi · 3 min · James Wendell George Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75

65 mi · 1 hr 11 min · I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75

12 mi · 13 min · I 75
Toward Macon, Savannah Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Take the exit

1.1 mi · 1 min
Exit 165 Toward I 16 East: Jim Gillis Highway, Savannah Use the slight right lane.
13

Continue on I 16

164 mi · 2 hr 57 min · I 16
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Keep slight left at fork onto I 16

0.6 mi · 53 sec · Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 24 sec
Exit 167A Toward Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Turn left onto Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard

0.8 mi · 2 min · Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
17

Turn left onto GA 25 Connector

0.2 mi · 21 sec · West Bay Street
18

Turn uturn

117 ft · 11 sec
19

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Given the 5-hour and 20-minute duration, this route is definitely manageable as a day trip. To make the most of your time, consider departing early in the morning to avoid potential traffic, especially around the initial freeway segments. With only one planned stop suggested and a fuel cost around $45, you can budget accordingly. The longest stretch on I-16 means you'll want to ensure you have plenty of fuel before entering it, as services might be less frequent during that 164.2-mile portion. Staying alert during the extended highway portions is key to a safe journey.

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 143.8 miles from Temple, GA, or about 2h 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 164.2 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 63 miles or 1h 13m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 143.8 miles or 2h 42m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 22m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Savannah, GA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Temple, 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 Temple, GA

This is one driving day of about 287.6 miles and 5h 20m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 63 miles from Temple, 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 16 for about 164.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

county seat of Butts County, Georgia, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Jackson, GA

144 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.

Popular next leg

Jackson, GA to Savannah, GA

203.7 mi · 3h 53m

Pacing Suggestions

Stockbridge, GA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 63 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Warner Robins, GA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 143.8 miles from Temple, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 16 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 164.2 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 15

5 decision points cluster between mile 39.5 and 286.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
39.5 mi into trip | ~46m in

Take the exit toward I 75 North, I 85 North, I 75 South, I 85 South: Chattanooga, Greenville, Macon, Montgomery

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. Exit 57 Toward I 75 North, I 85 North, I 75 South, I 85...
8
39.6 mi into trip | ~46m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 75 South, I 85 South: Macon, Montgomery

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward I 75 South, I 85 South: Macon, Montgomer...
8
108.4 mi into trip | ~2h 3m in | I 75

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward Macon, Savannah

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward Macon, Savannah
8
120.6 mi into trip | ~2h 17m in

Take the exit toward I 16 East: Jim Gillis Highway, 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. Exit 165 Toward I 16 East: Jim Gillis Highway, Savannah
8
286.5 mi into trip | ~5h 17m 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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$44.97 one way

$89.95 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 101 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $49.18 $98.35
premium $4.70 $53.23 $106.46
diesel $5.61 $63.50 $127.00

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$45

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$70–$95

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 100.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 86.3 1 $30.20 $13.80
Efficient EV 71.9 0 $25.17 $11.50
EV Truck/SUV 115 1 $40.26 $18.41

Gas CO2

101 kg

EV CO2

34 kg (66% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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

Temple, GA

Night in Temple on Saturday

Local time

9:17 PM

EDT

Current temp

58°F

Clear

0 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 17 at 1:44AM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 17 at 1:32AM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Destination

Savannah, GA

Night in Savannah on Saturday

Local time

9:17 PM

EDT

Current temp

64°F

Mostly Clear

SW 6 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 17 at 1:44AM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 17 at 1:32AM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

49°F

Jackson, GA

144 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

6 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

5h 20m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-focused drive for the vast majority of this trip, with 98% of the route on interstates. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 164.2 miles on I-16, so be prepared for extended periods of consistent driving. While primarily interstate, the transition onto and off of I-75 and the initial segment on Tom Murphy Freeway might offer slight variations in traffic flow and environment. Overall, the personality of this drive is one of efficiency and directness, prioritizing speed over varied scenery.

98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 164.2 mi on I 16.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 16 and I 75. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 39.5 miles in.

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 15 significant decision points across 287.6 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 39.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 39.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 108.4 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Temple, GA and Savannah, GA, road signs point toward Greenville, Macon and Montgomery.

Greenville

39.5 mi in | ~46m

Macon

39.5 mi in | ~46m

Montgomery

39.5 mi in | ~46m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 20m. Total distance: 287.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 164.2 miles on I 16. 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 Savannah, 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 39.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 39.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 108.4 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Not recommended in a single day. At 5.3 hours each way, a round trip means 10.7 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Savannah, GA before the return drive.

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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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