Trip from Brunswick, GA to Savannah, GA

Drive Time

1h 31m

Distance

77.9 mi

125 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$12

one way

EV Charging

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station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 21 min
4 AM
1h 25m ★
6 AM
1h 32m
8 AM
1h 46m
10 AM
1h 37m
12 PM
1h 35m
3 PM
1h 37m
5 PM
1h 45m
8 PM
1h 27m

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

Downtown Brunswick, GA, GA

Brunswick, GA

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Downtown Savannah, GA, GA

Savannah, GA

Dominik Gryzbon

Trip Overview

Traveling between Brunswick and Savannah covers 77.9 miles, making this a quick 1-hour and 31-minute journey through the Southeast corner of Georgia. Because the trip is relatively short, you can easily complete it in a single day, leaving plenty of time to explore upon arrival. Budgeting about $12 for fuel should cover your needs for this direct transit. You will primarily utilize I-95, the Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway, and Newcastle Street to navigate the route. Whether you are heading north for a weekend getaway or a quick business trip, the accessibility of this drive makes it a highly efficient connection between these two coastal cities.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

39 miles from Brunswick, GA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 46m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a straightforward, highway-focused experience, as roughly 90% of your time behind the wheel is spent on major thoroughfares. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on I-95, where you will cover 62.1 miles of consistent interstate driving. While the pace is fast and efficient, the transition from the local streets of Brunswick to the high-speed rhythm of the highway defines the character of this trip. You won't face complex navigation, as the route is designed for speed and direct access. Prepare for a steady, predictable ride that allows you to reach your destination with minimal stress.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 95 is the longest continuous segment at about 62.1 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 67.9 miles in.

Route Complexity 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 77.9 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 67.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 76.2 miles (I 16 / Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 76.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

7
67.9 mi into trip | ~1h 17m 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
76.2 mi into trip | ~1h 27m 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
76.8 mi into trip | ~1h 28m 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
76.9 mi into trip | ~1h 29m 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
77.9 mi into trip | ~1h 31m in

Turn uturn

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 95 62.1 mi 1h 7m
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway 8.3 mi 10m
Newcastle Street 2.4 mi 3m
New Jesup Highway 1.8 mi 3m
Norwich Street 0.9 mi 1m
Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard 0.8 mi 2m
Gloucester Street 0.2 mi <1m
West Bay Street 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 95 — 62.1 mi, about 1h 7m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Norwich Street

62 ft · 10 sec · Norwich Street
2

Turn left onto US 25; GA 25 Connector

0.2 mi · 41 sec · Gloucester Street
3

Turn right onto New Castle Street

0.2 mi · 19 sec · New Castle Street
4

Turn straight onto Newcastle Street

2.4 mi · 3 min · Newcastle Street
5

Continue on US 25; US 341; GA 27

0.5 mi · 47 sec · New Jesup Highway
6

Continue on US 25; US 341; GA 27

0.9 mi · 1 min · Norwich Street
7

Continue on US 25; US 341; GA 27

1.4 mi · 2 min · New Jesup Highway
8

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 48 sec
Toward I 95 North: Savannah
9

Merge onto I 95

62 mi · 1 hr 6 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 none / 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

Trip Plan

Since this is a short, one-day drive, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. You won't need to plan for any mandatory stops given the 1h 31m duration, but keeping an eye on traffic patterns along I-95 is always a smart move to ensure you maintain your projected time. Because the vast majority of the route is highway-based, check your tire pressure before leaving Brunswick to ensure optimal fuel efficiency for the $12 estimated cost. Keep your navigation ready for the transition onto the Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway as you near your destination, as this will be your primary link into the city after exiting the interstate.

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 39 miles from Brunswick, GA, or about 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 62.1 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 77.9 miles or 1h 31m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 39 miles or 46m 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 15m

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 Brunswick, 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 Brunswick, GA

This is one driving day of about 77.9 miles and 1h 31m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Brunswick, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 62.1 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 39 mi from Brunswick, GA · 46m into the drive

Downtown Alma, GA, GA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Alma, GA

39 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

Charleston, SC

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 77.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Alma, GA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 39 miles from Brunswick, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 95 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 62.1 miles.

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

$12.47 one way

$24.93 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 27 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.43 $13.58 $27.17
premium $4.78 $14.65 $29.31
diesel $5.64 $17.31 $34.61

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$12

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$37–$62

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 27.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 23.4 0 $8.18 $3.74
Efficient EV 19.5 0 $6.82 $3.12
EV Truck/SUV 31.2 0 $10.91 $4.99

Gas CO2

27 kg

EV CO2

9 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 data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Brunswick, GA

Evening in Brunswick on Sunday

Local time

7:03 PM

EDT

Current temp

63°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Savannah, GA

Evening in Savannah on Sunday

Local time

7:03 PM

EDT

Current temp

65°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

90°F

Alma, GA

39 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

2 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 31m 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Brunswick, GA to Savannah, GA covers 77.9 miles and takes about 1h 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway, Newcastle Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 39 miles from Brunswick, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.47 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 77.9 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 67.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 76.2 miles (I 16 / Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 76.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Brunswick, GA to Savannah, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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