Traveling from Morgan to Savannah covers 256.5 miles across the heart of Georgia, typically taking about 5 hours and 24 minutes of drive time. This highway-focused route is designed as a single-day trip, making it an efficient way to cross from the southwestern part of the state to the coast. You can expect to spend approximately $40 on fuel for the journey, depending on your vehicle's efficiency. Because the trip is under six hours, it is manageable for a solo driver or a couple looking to reach the Atlantic side of the state without needing an overnight stop. The transition from the rural landscapes near Morgan to the historic atmosphere of Savannah makes for a straightforward, practical transit through the Southeast.
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
128.2 miles from Morgan, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 59m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 24m. Total distance: 256.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Drive Character
Expect a drive that prioritizes efficiency, with 69% of your time spent on highways. You will rely primarily on the Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway, GA 257, and GA 300 to navigate your way east. The longest uninterrupted segment occurs on the Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway, where you will cover 116.8 miles of steady pavement. While the route is largely highway-focused, the personality of the road shifts as you leave the interior regions and approach the coastal environment. It is a functional, consistent drive that keeps you moving toward your destination without the need for constant navigation changes.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 42 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 116.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway and GA 257. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 25 miles in near GA 62; GA 91 / Newton Road.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 27 significant decision points across 256.5 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 25 miles (GA 62; GA 91 / Newton Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 34.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 73.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 27 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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25 mi into trip|~36m in|GA 62; GA 91 / Newton Road
Turn left onto GA 62; GA 91 / Newton Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
34.4 mi into trip|~51m in
Take the exit toward US 82 East, GA 520: Sylvester, Tifton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 2A
Toward US 82 East, GA 520: Sylvester, Tifton
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73.8 mi into trip|~1h 41m in
Take the exit toward GA 257: Cordele, Hawkinsville
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.
Exit 102
Toward GA 257: Cordele, Hawkinsville
8
255.3 mi into trip|~5h 21m 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
7
256.4 mi into trip|~5h 24m in
Turn uturn
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Morgan, GA and Savannah, GA, road signs point toward Atlanta, Tifton and Hawkinsville.
Atlanta
32.5 mi in|~48m
Tifton
34.4 mi in|~51m
Hawkinsville
73.8 mi in|~1h 41m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
116.8 mi
2h 6m
GA 257
34 mi
46m
GA 300
21.9 mi
27m
Leary Road
17.3 mi
24m
Cordele Road
13.8 mi
17m
Chester - Dublin Highway
12.9 mi
18m
Empire-Chester Highway
8.8 mi
11m
East Main Street
6.7 mi
9m
Longest stretch:
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
— 116.8 mi, about 2h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Morgan, GA and Savannah, GA.
1
Start on School Street Northeast
187 ft·8 sec·School Street Northeast
2
Turn left onto GA 37
6.7 mi·9 min·East Main Street
3
Continue on GA 37; GA 62
0.1 mi·9 sec·Newton Road
4
Keep slight left at fork onto GA 37; GA 62
0.8 mi·1 min·Albany Highway
5
Continue on GA 62
17 mi·24 min·Leary Road
6
Turn left onto GA 62; GA 91
3.8 mi·5 min·Newton Road
Use the straight lane.
7
Turn right onto GA 234
3.0 mi·5 min·West Oakridge Drive
Use the right lane.
8
Continue on GA 234
0.8 mi·1 min·Moultrie Road
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi·40 sec
Toward US 19 North, GA 133 North, GA 300 North: Albany, Atlanta
10
Merge onto US 19; GA 3; GA 300
1.6 mi·2 min·Liberty Expressway
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi·33 sec
Exit 2AToward US 82 East, GA 520: Sylvester, Tifton
12
Turn straight onto US 82 Business; GA 520 Business
0.9 mi·1 min·East Oglethorpe Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on US 82 Business; GA 520 Business
0.2 mi·28 sec·Sylvester Highway
Use the straight lane.
14
Turn left onto Cordele Road
14 mi·17 min·Cordele Road
Use the left lane.
15
Continue on GA 300
22 mi·27 min·GA 300
Use the straight lane.
16
Turn left
0.3 mi·42 sec
Toward I-75 North: MaconUse the left lane.
17
Merge onto I 75
2.0 mi·2 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.4 mi·49 sec
Exit 102Toward GA 257: Cordele, HawkinsvilleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Turn right onto GA 257
25 mi·34 min·GA 257
20
Turn straight onto GA 27; GA 257
3.0 mi·4 min·Vienna Highway
21
Continue on GA 27; GA 257
0.8 mi·1 min·McCormick Avenue
22
Merge onto US 129; US 341; GA 11; GA 27; GA 230; GA 257
1.2 mi·2 min·Broad Street
23
Continue on US 341; US 129 Alternate; GA 26; GA 27; GA 112; GA 257
127 ft·8 sec·US 341; US 129 Alternate; GA 26; GA 27; GA 112; GA 257
Use the left / straight lanes.
24
Turn left onto US 129 Alternate; GA 26; GA 112; GA 257
1.3 mi·2 min·US 129 Alternate; GA 26; GA 112; GA 257
Exit 167AToward Martin Luther King Junior BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
39
Turn left onto Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
0.8 mi·2 min·Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
40
Turn left onto GA 25 Connector
0.2 mi·21 sec·West Bay Street
41
Turn uturn
117 ft·11 sec
42
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a 5.5-hour trek, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refuel. Aiming for an early morning departure will help you arrive in Savannah with plenty of daylight left to explore. Keep in mind that while the route is efficient, the 116.8-mile stretch on the Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway is your best opportunity to make significant time. Because the total cost of fuel is around $40, it is wise to check your tank before heading out from Morgan to avoid unexpected stops in smaller towns. Staying flexible with your pace allows you to handle the highway portions comfortably while ensuring you reach the coast refreshed.
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 128.2 miles from Morgan, GA, or about 2h 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 116.8 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 80 miles or 1h 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 128.2 miles or 2h 59m 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 32m
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 Morgan, 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 Morgan, GA
This is one driving day of about 256.5 miles and 5h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Morgan, 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 Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway for about 116.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 128.2 mi from Morgan, GA
· 2h 59m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Fort Pulaski National Monument
National Monument
For much of the 19th century, masonry fortifications were the United States’ main defense against overseas enemies. However, during the Civil War, new technology proved its superiority over these fort...
10 mi from route
~26 min detour
$10
near mile 256.5
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$40.11 one way
$80.22 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg90 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$43.86
$87.71
premium
$4.70
$47.47
$94.95
diesel
$5.61
$56.63
$113.26
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: 89.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
3 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: fair
ChargePoint Charging Station
Albany, Georgia
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Albany, Georgia
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Albany, Georgia
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
ChargePoint: 3
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
77
0
$26.93
$12.31
Efficient EV
64.1
0
$22.44
$10.26
EV Truck/SUV
102.6
1
$35.91
$16.42
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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Morgan, GA
Morning
in Morgan on Friday
Local time
10:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Savannah, GA
Morning
in Savannah on Friday
Local time
10:25 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
5 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
5h 24m 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 Morgan, GA to Savannah, GA covers 256.5 miles and takes about 5h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway, GA 257, GA 300. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 128.2 miles from Morgan, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $40.11 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 27 significant decision points across 256.5 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 25 miles (GA 62; GA 91 / Newton Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 34.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 73.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Morgan, GA and Savannah, GA, road signs point toward Atlanta, Tifton and Hawkinsville.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
