Trip from Port Wentworth, GA to Savannah, GA

Drive Time

10m

Distance

6.5 mi

11 km

Drive Score

5/10

Practical drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$1

one way

EV Charging

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station data

Best Time to Leave

4 AM
0h 10m ★
6 AM
0h 10m ★
8 AM
0h 12m
10 AM
0h 11m
12 PM
0h 11m
3 PM
0h 11m
5 PM
0h 12m
8 PM
0h 10m ★

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

Downtown Savannah, GA, GA

Savannah, GA

Dominik Gryzbon

Trip Overview

If you are traveling from Port Wentworth to Savannah, you are looking at a quick 6.5-mile trip that takes approximately 10 minutes to complete. This route keeps you within the Southeast region and functions perfectly as a short day trip or a simple commute. You will navigate via West Bay Street, Main Street, and the South Coastal Highway, avoiding interstate travel entirely. With a fuel budget of just $1, this is an incredibly economical path to take. It is a straightforward drive that serves as a practical connection between these two Georgia 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

3.3 miles from Port Wentworth, GA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 5m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous highway cruise. You will spend 0% of your time on major highways, as the route is comprised entirely of local surface streets. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 2.5-mile segment along West Bay Street. Because the road consists of frequent turns and urban navigation, you will find it requires a more active driving style than a standard interstate trek. It is a compact, urban-focused journey that changes character as you transition from the local streets of Port Wentworth into the heart of Savannah.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 7 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Bay Street is the longest continuous segment at about 2.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near GA 25 / South Coastal Highway.

Route Complexity 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

The drive from Port Wentworth, GA to Savannah, GA is easy. At 10m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (GA 25 / South Coastal Highway): Navigation decision point; at 3.9 miles (US 80; GA 26 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 6.5 miles: Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

3 of 3 key points

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

4
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | GA 25 / South Coastal Highway

Turn right onto GA 25 / South Coastal Highway

Navigation decision point

4
3.9 mi into trip | ~6m in | US 80; GA 26 / Main Street

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

Navigation decision point

4
6.5 mi into trip | ~10m in

Turn left

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
West Bay Street 2.5 mi 4m
Main Street 2.3 mi 3m
South Coastal Highway 1.7 mi 2m
Crossgate Road <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: West Bay Street — 2.5 mi, about 4m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Crossgate Road

14 ft · 4 sec · Crossgate Road
2

Turn right onto GA 25

1.7 mi · 2 min · South Coastal Highway
3

Continue on GA 25

2.2 mi · 3 min · Main Street
Use the straight lane.
4

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

465 ft · 7 sec · Main Street
5

Continue on US 80; GA 26

2.5 mi · 4 min · West Bay Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
6

Turn left

117 ft · 11 sec
7

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Since this is a brief 10-minute trip, you have maximum flexibility regarding your departure time and pace. You do not need to worry about planning for rest stops, as the entire route is easily manageable in one go. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the route means you should stay alert for local traffic patterns and intersection signals. Because the trip is so short and fuel-efficient, you can easily incorporate this into a larger itinerary without needing to budget for extra gas or lengthy travel breaks. Focus on navigating the turns on West Bay Street carefully to ensure a smooth arrival in Savannah.

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 3.3 miles from Port Wentworth, GA, or about 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 2.5 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 6.5 miles or 10m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 3.3 miles or 5m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 8m

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 Port Wentworth, 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 Port Wentworth, GA

This is one driving day of about 6.5 miles and 10m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Port Wentworth, 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 West Bay Street for about 2.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 3.3 mi from Port Wentworth, GA · 5m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Charleston, SC

3 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

Charleston, SC

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 6.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Charleston, SC

Meal break

The midpoint is around 3.3 miles from Port Wentworth, 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

$1.04 one way

$2.08 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 2 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.43 $1.13 $2.27
premium $4.78 $1.22 $2.45
diesel $5.64 $1.44 $2.89

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$1

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$26–$51

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 2.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 50% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 2 0 $0.68 $0.31
Efficient EV 1.6 0 $0.57 $0.26
EV Truck/SUV 2.6 0 $0.91 $0.42

Gas CO2

2 kg

EV CO2

1 kg (50% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Port Wentworth, GA

Night in Port Wentworth on Sunday

Local time

10:34 PM

EDT

Current temp

63°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Savannah, GA

Night in Savannah on Sunday

Local time

10:34 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

10m 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 Port Wentworth, GA to Savannah, GA covers 6.5 miles and takes about 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Bay Street, Main Street, South Coastal Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 3.3 miles from Port Wentworth, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.04 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.
The drive from Port Wentworth, GA to Savannah, GA is easy. At 10m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (GA 25 / South Coastal Highway): Navigation decision point; at 3.9 miles (US 80; GA 26 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 6.5 miles: Navigation decision point.
The route from Port Wentworth, GA to Savannah, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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