Origin
Homerville, GA
Late night in Homerville on Thursday
Local time
1:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 9m
Distance
149.5 mi
241 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Homerville, GA
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Savannah, GA
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This 149.5-mile drive from Homerville, GA to Savannah, GA will take you approximately 3 hours and 9 minutes. It's a straightforward trip focused primarily on highway driving, making it an excellent candidate for a single-day excursion. With an estimated fuel cost of $23, this route is quite budget-friendly. You'll spend about 76% of your time on major highways, including I-95 and US 84, offering a consistent pace for most of the journey. The Southeast region provides a familiar backdrop for this relatively short, efficient trip.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
74.7 miles from Homerville, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 42m into the drive .
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this 149.5-mile journey, with 76% of the route utilizing major roadways like I-95 and US 84. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 55.4 miles on I-95, so you'll have plenty of opportunity to settle into a rhythm. While primarily highway-based, segments on Brunswick Highway and US 84 might offer a slightly different feel, though the overall character remains geared towards efficient travel. This route is designed for steady progress rather than winding scenic exploration.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Brunswick Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 139.5 miles in.
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 149.5 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 139.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 147.7 miles (I 16 / Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 148.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the exit toward I 16 East: Savannah
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto I 16 / Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork toward Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Turn uturn
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 55.4 mi | 59m |
| Brunswick Highway | 23.5 mi | 31m |
| US 84 | 18 mi | 23m |
| US 82 | 16.1 mi | 20m |
| GA 99 | 15.8 mi | 21m |
| Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway | 8.3 mi | 10m |
| East Plant Avenue | 5.2 mi | 7m |
| Main Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Homerville, GA and Savannah, GA.
Start on US 441; GA 89
Continue on US 441; GA 89
Turn left onto US 84; GA 38
Enter roundabout onto Main Street
Continue on Main Street
Enter roundabout onto US 84; GA 38
Continue on US 84; GA 38
Turn right onto Wadley Road
Continue on Glenmore Avenue
Continue on South Nicholls Street
Turn right onto Francis Street
Turn slight right onto Jenkins Street
Turn left onto Screven Avenue
Turn right onto US 1 Business
Turn straight
Merge onto US 82; GA 520
Continue on US 82; GA 520
Continue on US 82; GA 520
Continue on US 82; GA 520
Continue on US 82; GA 520
Turn left onto GA 99
Enter roundabout onto GA 99
Continue on GA 99
Enter roundabout onto GA 99
Continue on GA 99
Enter roundabout
Continue
Merge onto I 95
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95
Take the exit
Merge onto I 16
Keep slight left at fork onto I 16
Keep slight right at fork
Turn left onto Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Turn left onto GA 25 Connector
Turn uturn
Arrive at destination
Given the 3-hour duration, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. Consider leaving in the morning to maximize your time in Savannah. The longest stretch without a major exit is 55.4 miles on I-95, so ensure you have adequate fuel before heading into that segment. There's one recommended stop, but with the relatively short distance, you can be flexible with your breaks. Keep an eye on traffic as you approach Savannah, especially if traveling during peak hours. The $23 fuel cost is a good estimate, but always check current prices.
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.
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 33 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 74.7 miles or 1h 42m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Savannah, GA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Homerville, 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 Homerville, GA
This is one driving day of about 149.5 miles and 3h 9m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 74.7 mi from Homerville, GA · 1h 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
75 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.
A short stop after about 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 74.7 miles from Homerville, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
Regular Gas
$23.38 one way
$46.76 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $25.56 | $51.12 |
| premium | $4.70 | $27.67 | $55.34 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $33.01 | $66.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.9 | 0 | $15.70 | $7.18 |
| Efficient EV | 37.4 | 0 | $13.08 | $5.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 59.8 | 0 | $20.93 | $9.57 |
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Homerville on Thursday
Local time
1:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Destination
Late night in Savannah on Thursday
Local time
1:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
54°F
Hazlehurst, GA
75 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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