Origin
Baldwin, GA
Morning in Baldwin on Friday
Local time
8:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Baldwin, GA to Savannah, GA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 22m
Distance
258.4 mi
416 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$40
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 9m
★
6 AM
5h 23m
8 AM
5h 49m
10 AM
5h 32m
12 PM
5h 29m
3 PM
5h 33m
5 PM
5h 48m
8 PM
5h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Baldwin, GA
Malcolm Garret
Savannah, GA
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Trip Overview
Baldwin, GA to Savannah, GA is 258.4 miles and takes about 5h 22m via Savannah Highway and US 441, with a fuel budget near $40 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip takes you from the Southeast region of Georgia to another part of the same state, offering a mixed drive experience. With just one recommended stop and a longest stretch of 38.3 miles, it’s a manageable journey for a single day. Expect a drive that balances highway speeds with some more local road sections, making it a practical choice for those looking to get from point A to point B efficiently.
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
129.2 miles from Baldwin, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 37m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 22m. Total distance: 258.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile.
Drive Character
This route presents a mixed drive profile, with about 35% of the journey on highways. You'll experience a variety of road types, from faster highway sections to more local roads as you make your way through Georgia. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 38.3 miles on Savannah Highway, providing a good segment of consistent driving. As you progress, the landscape will likely shift, moving from the more mountainous terrain of the departure region to flatter areas closer to the coast. This varied road character means you won't be stuck in a monotonous interstate crawl for the entire 5h 22m.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 44 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Savannah Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 38.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 40.1 miles in.
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 20 significant decision points across 258.4 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 40.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 41.4 miles (US 129; US 441; 10 Loop; 15 / Inner Loop 10): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 43.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 20 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
9
40.1 mi into trip
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~50m in
Take the exit toward US 129, US 441, GA 10 Loop, GA 15
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward US 129, US 441, GA 10 Loop, GA 15
8
41.4 mi into trip
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~52m in
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US 129; US 441; 10 Loop; 15 / Inner Loop 10
Take the exit onto US 129; US 441; 10 Loop; 15 / Inner Loop 10 toward US 129 South, US 441 South, GA 10 Loop Inner: Watkinsville, Lexington
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 10C
Toward US 129 South, US 441 South, GA 10 Loop I...
8
43.9 mi into trip
|
~55m in
Take the exit toward US 78, GA 10: Oconee Street, Lexington Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 8
Toward US 78, GA 10: Oconee Street, Lexington R...
7
108.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 14m in
Take the ramp toward I-20 East: Augusta
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I-20 East: Augusta
7
132.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 40m in
Take the exit toward I 520 East, GA 232
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.
Toward I 520 East, GA 232
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 Baldwin, GA to Savannah, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Lexington along the way.
Lexington
41.4 mi in
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~52m
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via US 129; US 441; 10 Loop; 15
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Savannah Highway | 38.3 mi | 44m |
| US 441 | 30.4 mi | 38m |
| GA 24 | 28.8 mi | 41m |
| Carl Sanders Highway | 23.6 mi | 25m |
| Lexington Road | 23.3 mi | 29m |
| US 78 | 21.9 mi | 27m |
| Peach Orchard Road | 21.4 mi | 25m |
| North Columbia Avenue | 13.4 mi | 16m |
Longest stretch:
Savannah Highway
— 38.3 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Baldwin, GA and Savannah, GA.
1
Start on Stonepile Street
31 ft
·
5 sec
·
Stonepile Street
2
Turn right onto Willingham Avenue
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Willingham Avenue
3
Turn right onto US 441; GA 15; GA 105
16 mi
·
18 min
·
US 441; GA 15; GA 105
4
Continue on US 441; GA 15; GA 164
3.6 mi
·
4 min
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US 441; GA 15; GA 164
Use the straight lane.
5
Merge onto US 441; GA 15
11 mi
·
14 min
·
US 441; GA 15
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on US 441; GA 15
9.5 mi
·
11 min
·
Commerce Road
Use the straight lane.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward US 129, US 441, GA 10 Loop, GA 15
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on US 129; US 441; GA 10 Loop; GA 15
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
·
GA Inner Loop 10
9
Continue on US 129; US 441; GA 10 Loop; GA 15
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Inner Loop 10
10
Take the exit onto US 129; US 441; 10 Loop; 15
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Inner Loop 10
Exit 10C
Toward US 129 South, US 441 South, GA 10 Loop Inner: Watkinsville, Lexington
Use the slight right lane.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
Exit 8
Toward US 78, GA 10: Oconee Street, Lexington Road
Use the right lane.
12
Turn right onto US 78 Business; GA 10
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Oconee Street
Use the right lane.
13
Continue on US 78 Business; GA 10
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Lexington Road
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on US 78; GA 10
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Lexington Highway
15
Continue on US 78; GA 10
5.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Lexington Road
Use the left lane.
16
Continue on US 78; GA 10
8.4 mi
·
9 min
·
Athens Road
17
Continue on US 78; GA 10; GA 22
0.9 mi
·
58 sec
·
Main Street
18
Continue on US 78; GA 10; GA 22
9.3 mi
·
10 min
·
Washington Road
19
Continue on US 78; GA 10
16 mi
·
18 min
·
Lexington Road
20
Turn right onto US 78; GA 10; GA 17
22 mi
·
27 min
·
US 78; GA 10; GA 17
Use the straight lane.
21
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I-20 East: Augusta
Use the left lane.
22
Merge onto I 20
24 mi
·
25 min
·
Carl Sanders Highway
Use the straight lane.
23
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 520 East, GA 232
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 520 East
25
Continue on I 520
6.7 mi
·
7 min
·
Bobby Jones Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 25, GA 121
27
Turn right onto US 25; GA 121; I 3 FUT
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Peach Orchard Road
28
Continue on US 25; GA 121; I 3 FUT
0.3 mi
·
21 sec
·
Nellie Drive
29
Continue on US 25; GA 121; I 3 FUT
17 mi
·
20 min
·
Peach Orchard Road
30
Turn right onto US 25; GA 121
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Liberty Street
31
Continue on GA 24
28 mi
·
40 min
·
GA 24
32
Take the ramp onto GA 24
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
GA 24
33
Merge onto US 301; GA 24; GA 73
4.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Burton's Ferry Highway
34
Turn left onto US 301 Business; GA 73
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
US 301 Business; GA 73
35
At end of road, turn left onto GA 21; I 3 FUT
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
Perimeter Road
36
Continue on GA 21; I 3 FUT
38 mi
·
44 min
·
Savannah Highway
Use the straight lane.
37
Continue on GA 21; I 3 FUT
0.1 mi
·
7 sec
·
Augusta Highway
38
Continue on GA 21; I 3 FUT
13 mi
·
16 min
·
North Columbia Avenue
Use the straight lane.
39
Turn left onto GA 307; Alternate GA 21
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Bourne Avenue
Use the left lane.
40
Turn right onto GA 25
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
41
At end of road, turn left onto US 80; GA 26
465 ft
·
7 sec
·
Main Street
42
Continue on US 80; GA 26
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
West Bay Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
43
Turn left
117 ft
·
11 sec
44
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this 258.4-mile drive is easily completed in under six hours, you have the flexibility to leave whenever suits you best. Aiming for a morning departure will ensure you have ample daylight to reach Savannah, GA, and account for the one recommended stop. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 38.3-mile stretch on Savannah Highway, as services might be less frequent in certain areas. The total fuel cost is estimated at $40, so plan accordingly. This route is straightforward enough that you don't need to over-schedule; just be mindful of the changing road types as you get closer to your destination.
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 129.2 miles from Baldwin, GA, or about 2h 37m 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 57 miles or 1h 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 129.2 miles or 2h 37m 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 24m
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 Baldwin, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Baldwin, GA
This is one driving day of about 258.4 miles and 5h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 57 miles from Baldwin, 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 Savannah Highway for about 38.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 129.2 mi from Baldwin, GA · 2h 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
129 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 57 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 129.2 miles from Baldwin, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Savannah, GA
The final approach into Savannah, GA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Savannah, GA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$40.41 one way
$80.82 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
90 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $44.18 | $88.36 |
| premium | $4.70 | $47.82 | $95.65 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $57.05 | $114.10 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$40
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$65–$90
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 90.4 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 | 77.5 | 0 | $27.13 | $12.40 |
| Efficient EV | 64.6 | 0 | $22.61 | $10.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 103.4 | 1 | $36.18 | $16.54 |
Gas CO2
90 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.
Destination
Savannah, GA
Morning in Savannah on Friday
Local time
8:50 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
15 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 22m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Baldwin, GA to Savannah, GA covers 258.4 miles and takes about 5h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Savannah Highway, US 441, GA 24. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 129.2 miles from Baldwin, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $40.41 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 258.4 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 40.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 41.4 miles (US 129; US 441; 10 Loop; 15 / Inner Loop 10): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 43.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Baldwin, GA to Savannah, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Lexington along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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