Origin
Walthourville, GA
Late night in Walthourville on Sunday
Local time
12:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Walthourville, 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
1h 5m
Distance
46.9 mi
75 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 1m
★
6 AM
1h 6m
8 AM
1h 16m
10 AM
1h 10m
12 PM
1h 8m
3 PM
1h 10m
5 PM
1h 16m
8 PM
1h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Walthourville, GA
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Savannah, GA
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Trip Overview
Walthourville to Savannah is 46.9 miles and takes about 1 hour 5 minutes via I 95, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within Georgia, making it a convenient hop between the Southeast region. The drive offers a mixed experience, so you won't be stuck on one type of road for too long. It's a straightforward journey, perfect for a quick relocation or a relaxed day trip. Plan for a simple drive with minimal fuss.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 11.4 mi | 12m |
| West Oglethorpe Highway | 11.3 mi | 20m |
| Leroy Coffer Highway | 8.7 mi | 12m |
| Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway | 8.3 mi | 10m |
| Ocean Highway | 5 mi | 5m |
| Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| West Bay Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Coastal Highway | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 11.4 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Walthourville, GA and Savannah, GA.
1
Start on this road
147 ft
·
11 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Slaten Street
93 ft
·
9 sec
·
Slaten Street
3
Turn left onto US 84; GA 38
11 mi
·
20 min
·
West Oglethorpe Highway
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn left onto GA 196
8.7 mi
·
12 min
·
Leroy Coffer Highway
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
Take the exit
141 ft
·
4 sec
6
Continue on US 17; GA 25
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
Coastal Highway
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on US 17; GA 25
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Ocean Highway
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 95 North: Savannah
9
Merge onto I 95
11 mi
·
12 min
·
I 95
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
I 95
11
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 99A
Toward I 16 East: Savannah
Use the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto I 16
7.7 mi
·
9 min
·
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 16
0.6 mi
·
53 sec
·
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 167A
Toward Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Turn left onto Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
16
Turn left onto GA 25 Connector
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
West Bay Street
17
Turn uturn
117 ft
·
11 sec
18
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.4 miles from Walthourville, 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 155 decision points cluster between mile 36.9 and 46.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
36.9 mi into trip
|
~52m in
Take the exit toward I 16 East: Savannah
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 99A
Toward I 16 East: Savannah
6
45.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m 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
45.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m 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
45.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m 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
46.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
Turn uturn
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.33 one way
$14.67 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $8.02 | $16.04 |
| premium | $4.70 | $8.68 | $17.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.35 | $20.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.1 | 0 | $4.92 | $2.25 |
| Efficient EV | 11.7 | 0 | $4.10 | $1.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.57 | $3.00 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Late night in Savannah on Sunday
Local time
12:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
54°F
Midway, GA
23 mi in
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
5 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
1h 5m 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 drive features a 42% highway share, meaning you'll spend a good portion of your time on faster roads like I 95. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 11.4 miles on I 95, offering a chance to settle into a steady pace. The route blends these highway segments with roads like West Oglethorpe Highway and Leroy Coffer Highway, providing a varied driving experience. Expect a mix of smooth cruising and potentially more varied conditions as you approach your destination.
42% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 11.4 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 36.9 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 46.9 miles you will encounter 15 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 36.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 45.1 miles (I 16 / Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 45.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 5m. Total distance: 46.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (42%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 11.4 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 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 36.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 45.1 miles (I 16 / Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 45.7 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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