Origin
Savannah, GA
Night in Savannah on Sunday
Local time
10:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Savannah, GA to Adel, GA
Drive Time
4h 10m
Distance
191.7 mi
308 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$31
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 57m
★
6 AM
4h 10m
8 AM
4h 37m
10 AM
4h 19m
12 PM
4h 17m
3 PM
4h 21m
5 PM
4h 35m
8 PM
4h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Savannah, GA
Dominik Gryzbon
Adel, GA
Enam Sape
Trip Overview
Spanning 191.7 miles across Southern Georgia, this trip from Savannah to Adel typically takes about 4 hours and 10 minutes behind the wheel. Because of the manageable distance, it works perfectly as a single-day journey, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $31 for fuel to cover the trek. Navigating this route involves a combination of I-95, US 82, and US 84, keeping you within the Southeast region for the duration of your travel. It is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that connects the coast to the interior, making it a reliable choice for travelers who prefer consistency over complex navigation.
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
95.8 miles from Savannah, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 54m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a drive that prioritizes efficiency, with 82% of your journey spent on highways. The route kicks off with a significant 55.6-mile stretch on I-95, providing a smooth start before you transition onto the US 82 and US 84 corridors. While the interstate portion offers a fast-paced experience, the shift to US-numbered roads changes the pace, requiring more attention as you move through smaller stretches of the state. You will find that the personality of the road is largely defined by these high-speed segments, offering a steady, predictable experience for the driver. It is a practical route designed for steady progress rather than winding exploration.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 44 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 95 is the longest continuous segment at about 55.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and US 82. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.9 miles in near US 80; GA 25 Connector; GA 26 / Collins Street.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 31 significant decision points across 191.7 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 1.9 miles (US 80; GA 25 Connector; GA 26 / Collins Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 31 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
1.9 mi into trip
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~3m in
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US 80; GA 25 Connector; GA 26 / Collins Street
Turn left onto US 80; GA 25 Connector; GA 26 / Collins Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
3 mi into trip
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~5m in
Take the exit toward I 16, US 17 North: Macon, Savannah
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 16, US 17 North: Macon, Savannah
8
3.2 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 16 West: Macon
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 16 West: Macon
7
9.4 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the exit toward I 95 North: Airport, Florence SC
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 95 North: Airport, Florence SC
7
66.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
Keep slight left at fork toward GA 99: GA 99
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward GA 99: GA 99
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 55.6 mi | 59m |
| US 82 | 39.8 mi | 52m |
| US 84 | 26 mi | 36m |
| West Thigpen Avenue | 20.2 mi | 28m |
| GA 37 | 17.1 mi | 23m |
| GA 99 | 9.2 mi | 12m |
| Grants Ferry Road | 6.2 mi | 8m |
| Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway | 5.9 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 55.6 mi, about 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Savannah, GA and Adel, GA.
1
Start on this road
145 ft
·
13 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto North Fahm Street
72 ft
·
6 sec
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North Fahm Street
3
Turn right onto West Bay Street
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
West Bay Street
4
Turn left onto US 80; GA 25 Connector; GA 26
360 ft
·
7 sec
·
Collins Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
5
Continue on US 80; GA 25 Connector; GA 26
455 ft
·
9 sec
·
Augusta Avenue
6
Take the ramp onto US 80; GA 25 Connector; GA 26
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
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US 80; GA 25 Connector; GA 26
Toward GA 21 South
7
Merge onto I 516; US 80; GA 21; GA 25; GA 26
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
William F. Lynes Parkway
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
Toward I 16, US 17 North: Macon, Savannah
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward I 16 West: Macon
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 16
5.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
395 ft
·
5 sec
Toward I 95 North: Airport, Florence SC
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
·
1 min
13
Merge onto I 95
56 mi
·
59 min
·
I 95
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Exit 42
Toward GA 99
15
Keep slight left at fork
212 ft
·
5 sec
Toward GA 99: GA 99
Use the left lane.
16
Enter roundabout onto GA 99
18 ft
·
0 sec
·
GA 99
17
Continue on GA 99
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
GA 99
Use the none lane.
18
Enter roundabout onto GA 99
94 ft
·
1 sec
·
Grants Ferry Road
19
Continue on GA 99
6.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Grants Ferry Road
Use the none lane.
20
Turn slight left onto GA 99
6.9 mi
·
9 min
·
GA 99
Use the straight / left lanes.
21
Turn right onto US 82; GA 520
11 mi
·
15 min
·
US 82; GA 520
Use the none lane.
22
Continue on US 82; GA 520
4.8 mi
·
5 min
·
US 82; GA 520
Use the none lane.
23
Continue on US 82; GA 520
4.6 mi
·
7 min
·
US 82; GA 520
Use the none lane.
24
Continue on US 82; GA 520
19 mi
·
24 min
·
US 82; GA 520
Use the none lane.
25
Turn right onto US 1 Business
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Memorial Drive
Use the straight / right lanes.
26
Turn left onto Screven Avenue
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
Screven Avenue
27
Turn right onto Jenkins Street
502 ft
·
10 sec
·
Jenkins Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
28
Continue on US 84; GA 38
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
Francis Street
Use the none lane.
29
Turn left onto South Nicholls Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
South Nicholls Street
30
Continue on Glenmore Avenue
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Glenmore Avenue
31
Continue on Wadley Road
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Wadley Road
32
Turn left onto US 84; GA 38
18 mi
·
23 min
·
US 84; GA 38
Use the straight / left lanes.
33
Enter roundabout onto Main Street
178 ft
·
4 sec
·
Main Street
34
Continue on Main Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
35
Enter roundabout onto US 84; GA 38
208 ft
·
5 sec
·
US 84; GA 38
36
Continue on US 84; GA 38
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
US 84; GA 38
Use the none lane.
37
Continue on US 84; GA 38
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
US 84; GA 38
Use the none lane.
38
Continue on US 84; GA 38
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
US 84; GA 38
Use the none lane.
39
Turn right onto GA 37
17 mi
·
23 min
·
GA 37
Use the none lane.
40
Continue on US 129; GA 11; GA 37
20 mi
·
28 min
·
West Thigpen Avenue
Use the none lane.
41
Turn left onto GA 76
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
GA 76
42
Turn right
150 ft
·
13 sec
43
Turn right
50 ft
·
3 sec
44
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a 4-hour drive, try to depart in the morning to avoid late-afternoon traffic congestion. You only need to plan for one major stop, which provides enough flexibility to stretch your legs or grab a quick bite without disrupting your arrival time. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge when transitioning between the interstate and the US highways, as service availability can vary once you leave I-95. Because the route is relatively short, you have the advantage of choosing your own pace, so don't feel pressured to rush the 191.7-mile distance. A smart tip for this specific drive is to use your single planned stop to check your tire pressure, ensuring you remain comfortable for the secondary highway portions.
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 95.8 miles from Savannah, GA, or about 1h 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.6 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 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 95.8 miles or 1h 54m 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 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Adel, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Savannah, 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 Savannah, GA
This is one driving day of about 191.7 miles and 4h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Savannah, 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 I 95 for about 55.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 95.8 mi from Savannah, GA · 1h 54m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
96 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
Arriving in Adel, GA
The final approach into Adel, 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 Adel, 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
$30.68 one way
$61.36 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
67 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $33.43 | $66.85 |
| premium | $4.78 | $36.06 | $72.12 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $42.59 | $85.18 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 67.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 57.5 | 0 | $20.13 | $9.20 |
| Efficient EV | 47.9 | 0 | $16.77 | $7.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 76.7 | 0 | $26.84 | $12.27 |
Gas CO2
67 kg
EV CO2
22 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Adel, GA
Night in Adel on Sunday
Local time
10:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
90°F
Alma, GA
96 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
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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 10m 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 Savannah, GA to Adel, GA covers 191.7 miles and takes about 4h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, US 82, US 84. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 95.8 miles from Savannah, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $30.68 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 31 significant decision points across 191.7 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 1.9 miles (US 80; GA 25 Connector; GA 26 / Collins Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Savannah, GA to Adel, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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