Trip from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Savannah, GA

Drive Time

8h 30m

Distance

456.5 mi

735 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

2-day trip

Fuel Cost

$76

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 23 min

4 AM

8h 23m ★

6 AM

8h 31m

8 AM

8h 46m

10 AM

8h 36m

12 PM

8h 35m

3 PM

8h 37m

5 PM

8h 45m

8 PM

8h 26m

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

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Fort Lauderdale, FL

Kelly

Savannah, GA

Dominik Gryzbon

Trip Overview

The drive from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Savannah, GA covers 456.5 miles and takes about 8h 30m behind the wheel. It usually feels better as a 2-day road trip than as one long push.

The route leans on I 95, Florida's Turnpike, East Beltway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 321.5 miles on I 95. At current regular gas prices, budget about $76.26 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Best split across 2 days

Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.

Break Rhythm

2 planned breaks

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

228.2 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 17m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a 8h 30m highway drive covering 456.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 95 and Florida's Turnpike. The longest continuous stretch is about 321.5 miles on I 95.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 32 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 321.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Florida's Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 94.7 miles in.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 26 significant decision points across 456.5 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 94.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 95.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 299.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 26 key points

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

94.7 mi into trip | ~1h 52m in

Take the exit toward FL 70: Fort Pierce, Vero Beach

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 152 Toward FL 70: Fort Pierce, Vero Beach

95.8 mi into trip | ~1h 54m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North: Daytona Beach

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 95 North: Daytona Beach

299.9 mi into trip | ~5h 34m in

Take the exit toward FL 9B: Jacksonville Beaches

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 333 Toward FL 9B: Jacksonville Beaches

327.8 mi into trip | ~6h 7m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 North: International Airport, Savannah

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 95 North: International Airport, Savan...

455.3 mi into trip | ~8h 27m 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

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Savannah, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Vero Beach along the way.

Vero Beach

94.7 mi in | ~1h 52m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 95	321.5 mi	5h 46m
Florida's Turnpike	84.6 mi	1h 33m
East Beltway	22.1 mi	25m
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway	8.3 mi	10m
FL 9B	4.3 mi	4m
Northwest 9th Avenue	2.9 mi	5m
South Powerline Road	2.4 mi	4m
Powerline Road	1.1 mi	2m

Longest stretch: I 95 — 321.5 mi, about 5h 46m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Fort Lauderdale, FL and Savannah, GA.

Start on SR 842

0.6 mi · 1 min · East Broward Boulevard

Turn right onto Northwest 9th Avenue

2.9 mi · 5 min · Northwest 9th Avenue

Continue on SR 845

1.1 mi · 2 min · Powerline Road

Use the left / straight / right lanes.

Continue on SR 845

2.4 mi · 4 min · South Powerline Road

Use the left lane.

Continue on SR 845

1.0 mi · 1 min · South Pompano Parkway

Use the left lane.

Turn left onto SR 814

0.6 mi · 1 min · West Atlantic Boulevard

Turn right onto Northwest 31st Avenue

1.0 mi · 1 min · Northwest 31st Avenue

Use the right lane.

Continue on this road

0.1 mi · 16 sec · this road

Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll, Miami, Orlando Use the straight / left lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 42 sec

Toward Orlando, Florida's Turnpike North

Merge onto Florida's Turnpike

85 mi · 1 hr 33 min · Florida's Turnpike

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 53 sec

Exit 152 Toward FL 70: Fort Pierce, Vero Beach Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight right at fork

214 ft · 5 sec

Toward FL 70 East: Fort Pierce

Merge onto FL 70

0.3 mi · 35 sec · Okeechobee Road

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 23 sec

Toward I 95

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward I 95 North: Daytona Beach Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 95

204 mi · 3 hr 38 min · I 95

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 28 sec

Exit 333 Toward FL 9B: Jacksonville Beaches Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

0.5 mi · 53 sec

Toward FL 9B North: Jacksonville Beaches Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Merge onto FL 9B

4.3 mi · 4 min · FL 9B

Merge onto I 295

22 mi · 25 min · East Beltway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min

Exit 35B Toward I 95: Jacksonville, Savannah

Keep slight right at fork

0.8 mi · 1 min

Toward I 95 North: International Airport, Savannah Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 95

118 mi · 2 hr 7 min · I 95

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 95

0.2 mi · 13 sec · I 95

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 41 sec

Exit 99A Toward I 16 East: Savannah Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 16

7.7 mi · 9 min · Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 16

0.6 mi · 53 sec · Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 24 sec

Exit 167A Toward Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn left onto Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard

0.8 mi · 2 min · Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard

Use the left / straight / right lanes.

Turn left onto GA 25 Connector

0.2 mi · 21 sec · West Bay Street

Turn uturn

117 ft · 11 sec

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.

Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 228.2 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL, or about 4h 17m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 321.5 miles.

Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 100 miles or 1h 59m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 228.2 miles or 4h 17m in

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

Overnight split

Day 1 wrap after about 228.2 miles or 4h 17m

Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 7h 22m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Savannah, GA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Fort Lauderdale, FL 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.

Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.

Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Fort Lauderdale, FL

Aim for roughly 228 miles and 4.3 hours of wheel time on this day.

Day 2

Finish the approach into Savannah, GA

Aim for roughly 228 miles and 4.3 hours of wheel time on this day.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 100 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL.

This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.

Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 321.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 228.2 mi from Fort Lauderdale, FL · 4h 17m into the drive

Mid-route town

Overnight candidate

DeLand, FL

228 mi into the route

Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start

This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.

Find hotels in DeLand, FL

Overnight Options

Night 1

DeLand, FL

228 mi · about 4.3h in

A practical overnight split lands near DeLand, FL after about 228 miles or 4.3 hours of driving.

Find hotels

Pacing Suggestions

Port Saint Lucie, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 100 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

DeLand, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 228.2 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL, 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 321.5 miles.

Overnight split

Hotel stop

For a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 228 miles or 4.3 hours on the road.

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.

On a multi-day trip, keep the last day a little lighter so you reach Savannah, GA with some flexibility left in the schedule.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Fort Matanzas National Monument

National Monument

Fort Matanzas National Monument preserves the fortified coquina watchtower, completed in 1742, which defended the southern approach to the Spanish military settlement of St. Augustine. It also protect...

5 mi from route ~13 min detour Free near mile 267.6

Park Closure: Beach Access Ramp Closure

View on nps.gov

Castillo de San Marcos National Monument

National Monument

Built by the Spanish in St. Augustine to defend Florida and the Atlantic trade route, Castillo de San Marcos National Monument preserves the oldest masonry fortification in the continental United Stat...

6 mi from route ~14 min detour $15 near mile 283.3

View on nps.gov

Canaveral National Seashore

National Seashore

Discover a dynamic barrier island shaped by dunes, coastal hammocks, and Mosquito Lagoon. Walk among ancient Timucua shell mounds and connect with thousands of years of human history. Immerse yourself...

11 mi from route ~27 min detour $25 near mile 204.6

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$76.26 one way

$152.51 round trip

$4.24/gal 25.4 MPG avg 160 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.60	$82.60	$165.20
premium	$4.90	$87.99	$175.99
diesel	$5.64	$101.42	$202.84

Estimated Tolls: $5.92

Florida's Turnpike (84.6 mi) $5.92

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$76

Tolls

Hotel (1n)

$80–$140

Meals

$50–$100

Total

$212–$322

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 159.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $48 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	137	1	$47.93	$21.91
Efficient EV	114.1	1	$39.94	$18.26
EV Truck/SUV	182.6	2	$63.91	$29.22

Gas CO2

160 kg

EV CO2

53 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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 1 hour ago

Origin

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Morning in Fort Lauderdale on Monday

Local time

9:23 AM

EDT

Current temp

79°F

Mostly Sunny

E 12 to 15 mph 1% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 13 at 5:08AM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued April 13 at 3:09AM EDT until April 14 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL

Destination

Savannah, GA

Morning in Savannah on Monday

Local time

9:23 AM

EDT

Current temp

81°F

Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny

S 1 to 14 mph 0% chance 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.

For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.

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

8h 30m on the road

This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Savannah, GA covers 456.5 miles and takes about 8h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 95, Florida's Turnpike, East Beltway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.

Yes. This route is usually more comfortable as a 2-day drive. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 228 miles on day one.

The midpoint is about 228.2 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $76.26 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

Plan about 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

On the drive from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Savannah, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Vero Beach along the way.

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Trip from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Savannah, GA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Overnight Options

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Savannah, GA

National Parks Near This Route

Fort Matanzas National Monument

Castillo de San Marcos National Monument

Canaveral National Seashore

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Savannah, GA

Same local time

2 degrees warmer at arrival

8h 30m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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