Trip from Nicholson, GA to Savannah, GA

Drive Time

4h 46m

Distance

229.1 mi

369 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$37

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

4h 33m ★

6 AM

4h 46m

8 AM

5h 13m

10 AM

4h 56m

12 PM

4h 53m

3 PM

4h 57m

5 PM

5h 12m

8 PM

4h 38m

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

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Nicholson, GA

Marcella Soáres

Savannah, GA

Dominik Gryzbon

Trip Overview

If you are planning a trip from Nicholson to Savannah, prepare for a 229.1-mile journey that spans approximately 4 hours and 46 minutes. This trek takes you through the beautiful Southeast region of Georgia, transitioning from the rural landscapes near Nicholson to the coastal atmosphere of Savannah. Given the duration, this route is perfectly manageable as a one-day trip, though you should budget about $37 for fuel to cover the distance. Navigating this path involves a mix of Savannah Highway, GA 24, and Carl Sanders Highway. Whether you are heading to the coast for a weekend getaway or a quick visit, this drive offers a straightforward connection across the state that avoids the need for an overnight stop.

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

114.5 miles from Nicholson, GA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 20m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise on this 229.1-mile stretch. With only 26% of the journey spent on highways, you will spend most of your time navigating local roads that require your full attention. The longest uninterrupted section you will encounter is a 38.3-mile stretch on Savannah Highway, which provides a brief reprieve from the more technical sections of the route. Because the path relies heavily on GA 24 and Carl Sanders Highway, the character of the road changes frequently as you transition between local corridors. Stay alert, as the winding nature of these roads keeps you engaged behind the wheel for the duration of the 4-hour and 46-minute trip.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 44 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Savannah Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 38.3 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 10.8 miles in.

Route Complexity 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 229.1 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 10.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12 miles (US 129; US 441; 10 Loop; 15 / Inner Loop 10): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 22 key points

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

10.8 mi into trip | ~14m in

Take the exit toward US 129, US 441, GA 10 Loop, GA 15

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the left lane. Toward US 129, US 441, GA 10 Loop, GA 15

12 mi into trip | ~16m in | US 129; US 441; 10 Loop; 15 / Inner Loop 10

Take the exit onto US 129; US 441; 10 Loop; 15 / Inner Loop 10 toward US 129 South, US 441 South, GA 10 Loop Inner: Watkinsville, Lexington

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 10C Toward US 129 South, US 441 South, GA 10 Loop I...

14.5 mi into trip | ~19m in

Take the exit toward US 78, GA 10: Oconee Street, Lexington Road

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the right lane. Exit 8 Toward US 78, GA 10: Oconee Street, Lexington R...

78.9 mi into trip | ~1h 38m in

Take the ramp toward I-20 East: Augusta

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward I-20 East: Augusta

102.7 mi into trip | ~2h 4m in

Take the exit toward I 520 East, GA 232

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. Toward I 520 East, GA 232

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Nicholson, GA to Savannah, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Lexington along the way.

Lexington

12 mi in | ~16m | via US 129; US 441; 10 Loop; 15

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Savannah Highway	38.3 mi	44m
GA 24	28.8 mi	41m
Carl Sanders Highway	23.6 mi	25m
Lexington Road	23.3 mi	29m
US 78	21.9 mi	27m
Peach Orchard Road	21.4 mi	25m
North Columbia Avenue	13.4 mi	16m
Commerce Road	9.5 mi	11m

Longest stretch: Savannah Highway — 38.3 mi, about 44m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on Church Street

34 ft · 8 sec · Church Street

Turn left onto Sanford Drive

77 ft · 5 sec · Sanford Drive

Turn left onto Broad Street

0.1 mi · 17 sec · Broad Street

Turn right onto Mulberry Street

393 ft · 18 sec · Mulberry Street

Turn left onto US 441; GA 15

1.1 mi · 1 min · Main Street

Continue on US 441; GA 15

9.5 mi · 11 min · Commerce Road

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 34 sec

Toward US 129, US 441, GA 10 Loop, GA 15 Use the left lane.

Continue on US 129; US 441; GA 10 Loop; GA 15

0.2 mi · 11 sec · GA Inner Loop 10

Continue on US 129; US 441; GA 10 Loop; GA 15

0.9 mi · 1 min · Inner Loop 10

Use the none lane.

Take the exit onto US 129; US 441; 10 Loop; 15

2.5 mi · 3 min · Inner Loop 10

Exit 10C Toward US 129 South, US 441 South, GA 10 Loop Inner: Watkinsville, Lexington Use the slight right lane.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 13 sec

Exit 8 Toward US 78, GA 10: Oconee Street, Lexington Road Use the right lane.

Turn right onto US 78 Business; GA 10

0.1 mi · 14 sec · Oconee Street

Use the right lane.

Continue on US 78 Business; GA 10

1.5 mi · 2 min · Lexington Road

Use the straight lane.

Continue on US 78; GA 10

0.2 mi · 24 sec · Lexington Highway

Continue on US 78; GA 10

5.8 mi · 8 min · Lexington Road

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 78; GA 10

8.4 mi · 9 min · Athens Road

Continue on US 78; GA 10; GA 22

0.9 mi · 58 sec · Main Street

Continue on US 78; GA 10; GA 22

9.3 mi · 10 min · Washington Road

Continue on US 78; GA 10

16 mi · 18 min · Lexington Road

Turn right onto US 78; GA 10; GA 17

22 mi · 27 min · US 78; GA 10; GA 17

Use the none lane.

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 38 sec

Toward I-20 East: Augusta Use the left lane.

Merge onto I 20

24 mi · 25 min · Carl Sanders Highway

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 27 sec

Toward I 520 East, GA 232 Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward I 520 East

Continue on I 520

6.7 mi · 7 min · Bobby Jones Expressway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min

Toward US 25, GA 121

Turn right onto US 25; GA 121; I 3 FUT

4.3 mi · 5 min · Peach Orchard Road

Continue on US 25; GA 121; I 3 FUT

0.3 mi · 21 sec · Nellie Drive

Continue on US 25; GA 121; I 3 FUT

17 mi · 20 min · Peach Orchard Road

Turn right onto US 25; GA 121

2.7 mi · 4 min · Liberty Street

Continue on GA 24

28 mi · 40 min · GA 24

Take the ramp onto GA 24

0.3 mi · 39 sec · GA 24

Merge onto US 301; GA 24; GA 73

4.4 mi · 5 min · Burton's Ferry Highway

Turn left onto US 301 Business; GA 73

2.6 mi · 3 min · US 301 Business; GA 73

At end of road, turn left onto GA 21; I 3 FUT

0.3 mi · 26 sec · Perimeter Road

Continue on GA 21; I 3 FUT

38 mi · 44 min · Savannah Highway

Use the straight lane.

Continue on GA 21; I 3 FUT

0.1 mi · 7 sec · Augusta Highway

Continue on GA 21; I 3 FUT

13 mi · 16 min · North Columbia Avenue

Use the none lane.

Turn left onto GA 307; Alternate GA 21

1.1 mi · 1 min · Bourne Avenue

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto GA 25

2.2 mi · 3 min · Main Street

At end of road, turn left onto US 80; GA 26

465 ft · 7 sec · Main Street

Continue on US 80; GA 26

2.5 mi · 4 min · West Bay Street

Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn left

117 ft · 11 sec

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Since this is a turn-heavy route, planning your departure for early in the morning is a smart move to ensure you navigate the local roads during daylight hours. You only have one planned stop on this itinerary, so use it wisely to refuel and stretch your legs, especially since you need to account for a $37 fuel budget. The flexibility of a single-day trip means you can easily adjust your pace, but remember that the technical nature of the roads can make the drive feel longer than the 4-hour and 46-minute estimate suggests. Prioritize steady driving on the local segments rather than rushing, as the frequent turns require more concentration than a standard highway drive. Keep an eye on your navigation as you transition between Savannah Highway and the various local roads to stay on track.

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 114.5 miles from Nicholson, GA, or about 2h 20m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 38.3 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 40m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 114.5 miles or 2h 20m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 54m

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 Nicholson, 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 Nicholson, GA

This is one driving day of about 229.1 miles and 4h 46m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Nicholson, 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 Savannah Highway for about 38.3 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 114.5 mi from Nicholson, GA · 2h 20m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

West Columbia, SC

115 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

Mauldin, SC

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

West Columbia, SC

Meal break

The midpoint is around 114.5 miles from Nicholson, 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

$36.67 one way

$73.33 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 80 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.43	$39.95	$79.90
premium	$4.78	$43.10	$86.19
diesel	$5.64	$50.90	$101.80

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$37

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$62–$87

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 80.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	68.7	0	$24.06	$11.00
Efficient EV	57.3	0	$20.05	$9.16
EV Truck/SUV	91.6	1	$32.07	$14.66

Gas CO2

80 kg

EV CO2

27 kg (66% 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 data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Nicholson, GA

Night in Nicholson on Sunday

Local time

10:31 PM

EDT

Current temp

63°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Savannah, GA

Night in Savannah on Sunday

Local time

10:31 PM

EDT

Current temp

65°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

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

4h 46m 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 Nicholson, GA to Savannah, GA covers 229.1 miles and takes about 4h 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Savannah Highway, GA 24, Carl Sanders Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 114.5 miles from Nicholson, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $36.67 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.

On the drive from Nicholson, GA to Savannah, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Lexington along the way.

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Trip from Nicholson, GA 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

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Savannah, GA

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Nicholson, GA

Savannah, GA

Same local time

2 degrees warmer at arrival

4h 46m on the road

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