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Trip from Vinings, 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

4h 49m

Distance

259.8 mi

418 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$41

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min
4 AM
4h 36m ★
6 AM
4h 50m
8 AM
5h 17m
10 AM
4h 59m
12 PM
4h 57m
3 PM
5h 1m
5 PM
5h 16m
8 PM
4h 42m

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

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census designated place in Cobb County, Georgia, USA

Vinings, 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 straightforward 259.8-mile drive from Vinings, Georgia, to Savannah, Georgia, is best tackled in a single day, with an estimated driving time of 4 hours and 49 minutes. The route is almost entirely on highways, with a 97% highway share, making it an efficient journey. You'll primarily be on I-75 and I-16, with a brief segment on Horace E Tate Freeway. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $41. Given its manageable distance and duration, this route is well-suited for a day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. The journey takes you from the Atlanta metro area further into the Southeast region of Georgia.

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

129.9 miles from Vinings, GA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 27m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 16 164.2 mi 2h 57m
I 75 77.1 mi 1h 25m
Horace E Tate Freeway 6 mi 7m
Downtown Connector 5 mi 6m
James Wendell George Parkway 2.3 mi 3m
Northside Parkway Northwest 0.9 mi 1m
Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard 0.8 mi 2m
Paces Mill Road Southeast 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 Vinings, GA and Savannah, GA.

1

Start on Cochise Drive Southeast

254 ft · 12 sec · Cochise Drive Southeast
2

Turn right onto Paces Ferry Road Southeast

0.2 mi · 25 sec · Paces Ferry Road Southeast
3

Turn right onto Paces Mill Road Southeast

0.6 mi · 1 min · Paces Mill Road Southeast
4

Turn slight right

143 ft · 5 sec
Use the right lane.
5

Turn slight right onto US 41; GA 3

0.3 mi · 30 sec · Cobb Parkway South
Use the right lane.
6

Continue on US 41; GA 3

0.9 mi · 1 min · Northside Parkway Northwest
Use the straight lane.
7

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 18 sec
Toward South I 75
8

Merge onto I 75

6.0 mi · 7 min · Horace E Tate Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Continue on I 75; I 85

5.0 mi · 6 min · Downtown Connector
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Continue on I 75; I 85

2.3 mi · 3 min · James Wendell George Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75

65 mi · 1 hr 11 min · I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75

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

Take the exit

1.1 mi · 1 min
Exit 165 Toward I 16 East: Jim Gillis Highway, Savannah Use the slight right lane.
14

Continue on I 16

164 mi · 2 hr 57 min · I 16
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Keep slight left at fork onto I 16

0.6 mi · 53 sec · Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 24 sec
Exit 167A Toward Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Turn left onto Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard

0.8 mi · 2 min · Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
18

Turn left onto GA 25 Connector

0.2 mi · 21 sec · West Bay Street
19

Turn uturn

117 ft · 11 sec
20

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

For this 4-hour and 49-minute drive, leaving Vinings in the morning is advisable to maximize your daylight hours in Savannah. With only one recommended stop and the longest stretch being 164.2 miles on I-16, plan your fuel and rest breaks accordingly. Consider filling up before you depart or shortly after getting onto I-75. The highway-focused nature means most services will be found at interstate exits. Given the manageable distance, you have the flexibility to depart when it suits you best, but be aware that traffic can build up around the Atlanta area during peak commute times.

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 129.9 miles from Vinings, GA, or about 2h 27m 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 57 miles or 1h 7m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 129.9 miles or 2h 27m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 57m

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 Vinings, 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 Vinings, GA

This is one driving day of about 259.8 miles and 4h 49m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 57 miles from Vinings, 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.

Downtown Macon, GA, GA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Macon, GA

130 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

Jackson, GA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 57 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Warner Robins, GA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 129.9 miles from Vinings, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

The Collins Quarter

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Savannah, Georgia

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30 mile 259.8

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+19127774147

Visit website

Origin Coffee Bar

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Savannah, Georgia

0.6 mi

Savannah Coffee Roasters

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Savannah, Georgia

0.6 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Bitty & Beau’s Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Savannah, Georgia

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 259.8

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+19123587180

Visit website

The Coffee Fox Roasting Co.

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Savannah, Georgia

0.5 mi

Asher + Rye Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Savannah, Georgia

0.8 mi

The Collins Quarter

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30 mile 259.8

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+19127774147

Visit website

Origin Coffee Bar

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 259.8

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+19123495122

Visit website

Savannah Coffee Roasters

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 259.8

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+19123522994

Visit website

Maté Factor

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 259.8

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+19122352906

Visit website

Starbucks

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 74.2

Forsyth, Georgia

Hours: 4:30 am–9 pm

+14787582001

Visit website

Bitty & Beau’s Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 259.8

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+19123587180

Visit website

The Coffee Fox Roasting Co.

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 259.8

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+19124010399

Visit website

Asher + Rye Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 259.8

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+19122363044

Visit website

Starbucks Coffee

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 259.8

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 6:30 am–6 pm

+19123739099

Visit website

Revival Coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour Inexpensiv mile 259.8

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+19124331409

Visit website

Jennie's Victorian Coffee House and Royal Thai Tea

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 259.8

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 9 am–7 pm

Coffee Deli

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 259.8

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 6 am–5 pm

+19123527818

Visit website

Brash Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour $1 to $10

Atlanta, Georgia

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

Visit website

Jepson Center & Telfair Children's Art Museum (CAM)

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 259.8

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+19127908800

Visit website

Savannah Visitor Information Center

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 259.8

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 9 am–4 pm

+19129440455

Visit website

Webb Military Museum

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 259.8

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 11 am–5 pm

+19126630398

Visit website

Graveface Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 259.8

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 12–7 pm

+19123358018

Visit website

The Savannah Underground

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 259.8

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 7–11:30 pm

+19122145310

Visit website

Sip n' Shop Tours

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 259.8

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 11 am–5:30 pm

+19123735501

Visit website

Cannonball House

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 92.8

Macon, Georgia

Hours: 10 am–3:30 pm

+14787455982

Visit website

Tubman Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 92.8

Macon, Georgia

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+14787438544

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 14

5 decision points cluster between mile 15.7 and 259.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
15.7 mi into trip | ~22m in | I 75

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
80.5 mi into trip | ~1h 33m 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
92.8 mi into trip | ~1h 47m 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
258.6 mi into trip | ~4h 46m 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
7
259.8 mi into trip | ~4h 49m in

Turn uturn

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$40.63 one way

$81.25 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 91 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $44.42 $88.84
premium $4.70 $48.08 $96.17
diesel $5.61 $57.36 $114.72

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$41

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$66–$91

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 90.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 77.9 0 $27.28 $12.47
Efficient EV 65 0 $22.73 $10.39
EV Truck/SUV 103.9 1 $36.37 $16.63

Gas CO2

91 kg

EV CO2

30 kg (67% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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 16, 2026

Origin

Vinings, GA

Late night in Vinings on Sunday

Local time

2:01 AM

EDT

Current temp

56°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Savannah, GA

Late night in Savannah on Sunday

Local time

2:01 AM

EDT

Current temp

57°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

1 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

4h 49m 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 predominantly highway-focused experience on this route. With a 97% highway share, you'll spend most of your time on high-speed interstates, including a significant 164.2-mile stretch on I-16. This means consistent travel with fewer interruptions, allowing for steady progress. The profile of the drive is characterized by its efficiency and straightforwardness, typical of longer interstate journeys. While not designed for scenic detours, it offers a direct path connecting your starting point in the Southeast to your destination in Savannah.

97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 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?

7/10

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 15.7 miles in near I 75.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 259.8 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 15.7 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 80.5 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 92.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.

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

Macon

80.5 mi in | ~1h 33m | via I 75

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 49m. Total distance: 259.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (97%). 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 15.7 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 80.5 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 92.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Possible but tiring. At 4.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Savannah, GA, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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