Origin
Oxford, GA
Night in Oxford on Friday
Local time
9:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Oxford, GA to Savannah, GA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 46m
Distance
228.5 mi
368 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$36
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 33m
★
6 AM
3h 46m
8 AM
4h 11m
10 AM
3h 55m
12 PM
3h 52m
3 PM
3h 56m
5 PM
4h 10m
8 PM
3h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oxford, GA
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Savannah, GA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Oxford, GA to Savannah, GA covers 228.5 miles and takes about 3h 46m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Clark Street Southwest, Monticello Street Southwest, Jackson Highway Southwest for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $35.73 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
114.3 miles from Oxford, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 53m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 46m. Total distance: 228.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 3h 46m drive with frequent turns across 228.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Clark Street Southwest is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 46m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Oxford, GA to Savannah, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Clark Street Southwest | — | — |
| Monticello Street Southwest | — | — |
| Jackson Highway Southwest | — | — |
| Highway 36 | — | — |
| State Route 36 | — | — |
| the route | — | — |
| East 3rd Street | — | — |
| Macon Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Clark Street Southwest
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oxford, GA and Savannah, GA.
1
Start on Emory Street
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Emory Street
2
Turn left onto Clark Street Southwest
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Clark Street Southwest
3
Turn right onto Monticello Street Southwest
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
·
Monticello Street Southwest
4
Continue on Jackson Highway Southwest
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Jackson Highway Southwest
5
Continue on Highway 36
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Highway 36
6
Continue on State Route 36
8.2 mi
·
11 min
·
State Route 36
7
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
105 ft
·
3 sec
·
the route
8
Exit the roundabout
4.7 mi
·
6 min
9
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
75 ft
·
2 sec
·
the route
10
Exit the roundabout
8.2 mi
·
11 min
11
Turn left onto East 3rd Street
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
East 3rd Street
12
Continue on Macon Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Macon Avenue
13
Continue on Macon Road
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Macon Road
14
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
95 ft
·
1 sec
·
the route
15
Exit the roundabout
20 mi
·
26 min
16
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
125 ft
·
3 sec
·
the route
17
Exit the roundabout
6.3 mi
·
8 min
18
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Riverside Drive
135 ft
·
3 sec
·
Riverside Drive
19
Exit the roundabout onto Riverside Drive
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Riverside Drive
20
Take the ramp slight left toward I-75 South: Macon
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
I-75 South: Macon
21
Merge slight left
4.9 mi
·
5 min
22
Take the exit slight right toward I 16 East: Jim Gillis Highway, Savannah
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
I 16 East: Jim Gillis Highway, Savannah
23
Continue straight
164 mi
·
2 hr 57 min
24
Keep slight left to continue on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
0.6 mi
·
53 sec
·
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
25
Keep slight right to continue on Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
26
Turn left onto Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
27
Turn left onto West Bay Street
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
West Bay Street
28
Turn uturn
118 ft
·
12 sec
29
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 114.3 miles from Oxford, GA, or about 1h 53m into the drive.
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 50 miles or 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 114.3 miles or 1h 53m 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 5m
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 Oxford, 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 Oxford, GA
This is one driving day of about 228.5 miles and 3h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 50 miles from Oxford, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 114.3 mi from Oxford, GA · 1h 53m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
114 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 50 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 114.3 miles from Oxford, 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
$35.73 one way
$71.46 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
80 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $39.07 | $78.14 |
| premium | $4.70 | $42.29 | $84.58 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $50.45 | $100.90 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 79.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 68.6 | 0 | $23.99 | $10.97 |
| Efficient EV | 57.1 | 0 | $19.99 | $9.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 91.4 | 1 | $31.99 | $14.62 |
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.
Destination
Savannah, GA
Night in Savannah on Friday
Local time
9:23 PM
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
4 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
3h 46m 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 Oxford, GA to Savannah, GA covers 228.5 miles and takes about 3h 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Clark Street Southwest, Monticello Street Southwest, Jackson Highway Southwest. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 114.3 miles from Oxford, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $35.73 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h 46m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Oxford, GA to Savannah, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Oxford, GA to Savannah, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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