Origin
Hinesville, GA
Night in Hinesville on Sunday
Local time
9:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
94°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hinesville, GA to Savannah, GA
Drive Time
56m
Distance
41.2 mi
66 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 52m
★
6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 6m
10 AM
1h 0m
12 PM
0h 59m
3 PM
1h 0m
5 PM
1h 5m
8 PM
0h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hinesville, GA
Jamie Kimball
Savannah, GA
Dominik Gryzbon
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a straightforward trip from Hinesville to Savannah, this 41.2-mile journey is an efficient way to traverse Georgia’s Southeast region. You can easily complete the drive in about 56 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a quick day trip without the need for an overnight stay. Budgeting around $7 for fuel should cover your travel costs, keeping this excursion very affordable. Since the entire route stays within the same region, you will experience a consistent landscape as you move toward the coast. Whether you are heading out for business or leisure, this short transit offers a simple, no-fuss connection between these two locations.
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
20.6 miles from Hinesville, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 30m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience that blends local roads with interstate travel. You will spend about 48% of your time on highways, utilizing a combination of Leroy Coffer Highway, the Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway, and I-95. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is an 11.4-mile segment on I-95, which allows for a steady pace before you transition back to local connectors. Navigating this route provides a clear contrast between the faster, multi-lane highway sections and the more measured flow of the regional parkways. It is a functional drive that shifts gears as you transition from the outskirts into the Savannah area.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
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 11.4 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 31.2 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 41.2 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 31.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 39.5 miles (I 16 / Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 40.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
31.2 mi into trip
|
~42m 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
39.5 mi into trip
|
~52m 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
40.1 mi into trip
|
~53m 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
40.2 mi into trip
|
~53m 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
41.2 mi into trip
|
~56m in
Turn uturn
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 11.4 mi | 12m |
| Leroy Coffer Highway | 8.7 mi | 12m |
| Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway | 8.3 mi | 10m |
| West Oglethorpe Highway | 5.5 mi | 10m |
| Ocean Highway | 5 mi | 5m |
| Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| West Bay Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Martin Luther King Junior Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 11.4 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hinesville, GA and Savannah, GA.
1
Start on this road
69 ft
·
8 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto East Martin Luther King Junior Drive
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
East Martin Luther King Junior Drive
3
Turn left onto US 84; GA 38; GA 196
5.5 mi
·
10 min
·
West Oglethorpe Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
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 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
Because this is a short trip with no mandatory stops, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around local traffic patterns. Aim to leave during off-peak hours to ensure your 56-minute drive remains consistent and stress-free. Since the total mileage is just 41.2 miles, you won't need to worry about extensive rest breaks or refueling mid-trip, allowing you to reach your destination in one go. Keep an eye on your speed when moving between the highway segments and the local parkways, as the road character changes frequently. Prioritize a steady pace on the I-95 stretch to make the most of your time on the road.
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 20.6 miles from Hinesville, GA, or about 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 11.4 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 41.2 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 20.6 miles or 30m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 47m
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 Hinesville, 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 Hinesville, GA
This is one driving day of about 41.2 miles and 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hinesville, 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 11.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20.6 mi from Hinesville, GA · 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 41.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.6 miles from Hinesville, 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
$6.59 one way
$13.19 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $7.18 | $14.37 |
| premium | $4.78 | $7.75 | $15.50 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $9.15 | $18.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.33 | $1.98 |
| Efficient EV | 10.3 | 0 | $3.61 | $1.65 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.5 | 0 | $5.77 | $2.64 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Night in Savannah on Sunday
Local time
9:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
90°F
Alma, GA
21 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
29 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
56m 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 Hinesville, GA to Savannah, GA covers 41.2 miles and takes about 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, Leroy Coffer Highway, Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 20.6 miles from Hinesville, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.59 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 15 significant decision points across 41.2 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 31.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 39.5 miles (I 16 / Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 40.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Hinesville, GA to Savannah, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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