Traveling from Waynesboro to Savannah covers 95.5 miles across the Southeast corner of Georgia. You can expect to spend about 2 hours and 3 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. With a fuel budget of approximately $15, the journey is quite affordable for a quick getaway. You will primarily navigate via Savannah Highway, Liberty Street, and North Columbia Avenue. Because the total duration is relatively short, you won't need to worry about overnight logistics, giving you plenty of flexibility to enjoy your destination. It is a straightforward transit between these two Southeast locations, ideal for travelers who prefer local roads over the monotony of major interstates.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
47.7 miles from Waynesboro, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 4m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Savannah Highway
38.3 mi
44m
Liberty Street
30.1 mi
42m
North Columbia Avenue
13.4 mi
16m
Burton's Ferry Highway
4.4 mi
5m
US 301 Business
2.6 mi
3m
West Bay Street
2.5 mi
4m
Main Street
2.3 mi
3m
Bourne Avenue
1.1 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Savannah Highway
— 38.3 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waynesboro, GA and Savannah, GA.
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Start on US 25; GA 24; GA 121
30 mi·42 min·Liberty Street
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Take the ramp onto GA 24
0.3 mi·39 sec·GA 24
3
Merge onto US 301; GA 24; GA 73
4.4 mi·5 min·Burton's Ferry Highway
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Turn left onto US 301 Business; GA 73
2.6 mi·3 min·US 301 Business; GA 73
5
At end of road, turn left onto GA 21; I 3 FUT
0.3 mi·26 sec·Perimeter Road
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Continue on GA 21; I 3 FUT
38 mi·44 min·Savannah Highway
Use the straight lane.
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Continue on GA 21; I 3 FUT
0.1 mi·7 sec·Augusta Highway
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Continue on GA 21; I 3 FUT
13 mi·16 min·North Columbia Avenue
Use the straight lane.
9
Turn left onto GA 307; Alternate GA 21
1.1 mi·1 min·Bourne Avenue
Use the left lane.
10
Turn right onto GA 25
2.2 mi·3 min·Main Street
11
At end of road, turn left onto US 80; GA 26
465 ft·7 sec·Main Street
12
Continue on US 80; GA 26
2.5 mi·4 min·West Bay Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Turn left
117 ft·11 sec
14
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable 2-hour and 3-minute drive, you have the advantage of choosing a departure time that best fits your schedule without needing to plan for overnight stops. Given the turn-heavy nature of the route, try to get an early start to navigate the local roads during daylight hours. You won't need to budget for extensive fuel breaks since the trip only costs about $15, but it is wise to fill your tank before leaving Waynesboro to avoid any mid-trip stops. Because there are zero designated stops on this path, make sure you are comfortable with the full 95.5-mile stretch before heading out. Focus your attention on the transition points between Savannah Highway and Liberty Street to ensure you stay on track.
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 47.7 miles from Waynesboro, GA, or about 1h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 38.3 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 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 47.7 miles or 1h 4m 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 40m
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 Waynesboro, 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 Waynesboro, GA
This is one driving day of about 95.5 miles and 2h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Waynesboro, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Savannah Highway for about 38.3 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 6
5 decision points cluster between mile 30.4 and 95.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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30.4 mi into trip|~43m in|US 301; GA 24; GA 73 / Burton's Ferry Highway
Merge onto US 301; GA 24; GA 73 / Burton's Ferry Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining
3
34.8 mi into trip|~48m in|US 301 Business; GA 73
Turn left onto US 301 Business; GA 73
Navigation decision point
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89.6 mi into trip|~1h 54m in|GA 307; Alternate GA 21 / Bourne Avenue
Turn left onto GA 307; Alternate GA 21 / Bourne Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
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92.8 mi into trip|~1h 59m in|US 80; GA 26 / Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 80; GA 26 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
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95.5 mi into trip|~2h 3m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.93 one way
$29.87 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg33 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$16.33
$32.66
premium
$4.70
$17.68
$35.35
diesel
$5.61
$21.09
$42.17
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: 33.4 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
28.7
0
$10.03
$4.58
Efficient EV
23.9
0
$8.36
$3.82
EV Truck/SUV
38.2
0
$13.37
$6.11
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
Waynesboro, GA
Late night
in Waynesboro on Tuesday
Local time
4:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Savannah, GA
Late night
in Savannah on Tuesday
Local time
4:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
88°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 warmer 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 turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged throughout the 95.5-mile journey. Unlike a standard interstate cruise, this route shifts frequently, requiring your full attention as you transition between Savannah Highway, Liberty Street, and North Columbia Avenue. You will only spend about 3% of your time on highways, meaning the majority of your trip takes place on local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 38.3-mile segment on Savannah Highway. Prepare for a driving experience that favors local character and constant navigation over high-speed, long-distance travel.
Only 3% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 38.3 mi on Savannah Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 30.4 miles in near US 301; GA 24; GA 73 / Burton's Ferry Highway.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Waynesboro, GA to Savannah, GA is easy. At 2h 3m with 3% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 30.4 miles (US 301; GA 24; GA 73 / Burton's Ferry Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 34.8 miles (US 301 Business; GA 73): Navigation decision point; at 89.6 miles (GA 307; Alternate GA 21 / Bourne Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
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 38.3 miles on Savannah Highway. 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: at 30.4 miles (US 301; GA 24; GA 73 / Burton's Ferry Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 34.8 miles (US 301 Business; GA 73): Navigation decision point; at 89.6 miles (GA 307; Alternate GA 21 / Bourne Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Savannah, GA before heading back.
