Trip from Savannah, GA to Colquitt, GA

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

5h 48m

Distance

275.6 mi

443 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$43

one way

EV Charging

Sparse

1 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min

4 AM

5h 36m ★

6 AM

5h 49m

8 AM

6h 15m

10 AM

5h 58m

12 PM

5h 56m

3 PM

5h 59m

5 PM

6h 14m

8 PM

5h 41m

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

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city in and county seat of Chatham County, Georgia, United States

Savannah, GA

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Colquitt, GA

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Trip Overview

The drive from Savannah, GA to Colquitt, GA covers 275.6 miles and takes about 5h 48m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway, Georgia-Florida Parkway, GA 91 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 114.5 miles on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $43.10 one way before food or hotel costs.

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

137.8 miles from Savannah, GA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 38m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway	114.5 mi	2h 3m
Georgia-Florida Parkway	35.1 mi	43m
GA 91	27.3 mi	37m
GA 257	22.5 mi	32m
Newton Road	20.1 mi	28m
Hawkinsville Road	15.7 mi	21m
Cordele Highway	9.4 mi	12m
Empire-Chester Highway	8.8 mi	11m

Longest stretch: Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway — 114.5 mi, about 2h 3m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on this road

145 ft · 13 sec · this road

Turn right onto North Fahm Street

72 ft · 6 sec · North Fahm Street

Turn right onto West Bay Street

1.8 mi · 2 min · West Bay Street

Turn left onto US 80; GA 25 Connector; GA 26

360 ft · 7 sec · Collins Street

Use the straight / left lanes.

Continue on US 80; GA 25 Connector; GA 26

455 ft · 9 sec · Augusta Avenue

Take the ramp onto US 80; GA 25 Connector; GA 26

0.2 mi · 24 sec · US 80; GA 25 Connector; GA 26

Toward GA 21 South

Merge onto I 516; US 80; GA 21; GA 25; GA 26

0.8 mi · 1 min · William F. Lynes Parkway

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 19 sec

Toward I 16, US 17 North: Macon, Savannah Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 21 sec

Toward I 16 West: Macon Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 16

115 mi · 2 hr 3 min · Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 29 sec

Exit 49 Toward GA 257: Dexter

Turn left onto GA 257

0.5 mi · 55 sec · GA 257

Use the straight lane.

Enter roundabout onto GA 257

120 ft · 4 sec · GA 257

Continue on GA 257

13 mi · 19 min · GA 257

Continue on Carolina Avenue South

1.0 mi · 2 min · Carolina Avenue South

Turn slight right onto GA 257

8.8 mi · 11 min · Empire-Chester Highway

At end of road, turn right onto US 23; GA 87; GA 257

0.4 mi · 31 sec · Eastman Cochran Highway

Continue on US 23; GA 87; GA 257

455 ft · 13 sec · Golden Isles Highway

Turn left onto GA 257

8.7 mi · 11 min · GA 257

Continue on US 129 Alternate; GA 26; GA 112; GA 257

1.2 mi · 2 min · US 129 Alternate; GA 26; GA 112; GA 257

Use the left / right lanes.

Take the ramp onto US 129 Alternate; GA 26; GA 112; GA 257

0.1 mi · 17 sec · US 129 Alternate; GA 26; GA 112; GA 257

Continue on US 341; US 129 Alternate; GA 26; GA 27; GA 112; GA 230; GA 257

0.7 mi · 1 min · US 341; US 129 Alternate; GA 26; GA 27; GA 112; GA 230; GA 257

Continue on US 341; US 129 Alternate; GA 26; GA 27; GA 112; GA 230; GA 257

0.1 mi · 17 sec · US 341; US 129 Alternate; GA 26; GA 27; GA 112; GA 230; GA 257

At end of road, turn right onto US 341; US 129 Alternate; GA 27; GA 112; GA 230; GA 257

0.5 mi · 1 min · Broad Street

Use the straight / left lanes.

Turn left onto GA 27; GA 257

0.8 mi · 1 min · McCormick Avenue

Use the left lane.

Continue on GA 27; GA 257

3.0 mi · 4 min · Vienna Highway

Turn slight left onto GA 257

9.4 mi · 12 min · Cordele Highway

Continue on GA 257

16 mi · 21 min · Hawkinsville Road

Turn left

0.5 mi · 59 sec

Toward I-75 South: Valdosta Use the left lane.

Merge onto I 75

2.1 mi · 2 min · I 75

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 42 sec

Exit 99 Toward GA 300 South: Georgia-Florida Parkway, Albany Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn right onto GA 300

35 mi · 43 min · Georgia-Florida Parkway

Use the straight / right lanes.

Merge onto US 82; GA 300; GA 520

1.5 mi · 2 min · Clark Avenue

Use the right lane.

Take the exit onto GA 300

0.4 mi · 46 sec · GA 300

Use the right lane.

Merge onto US 19; GA 3; GA 133; GA 300

1.9 mi · 2 min · Liberty Expressway

Use the left lane.

Take the exit onto GA 133

0.2 mi · 22 sec · GA 133

Exit 1 Toward GA 133 South, GA 234: Albany, Moultrie, Marine Corps Logistics Base

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 27 sec

Toward GA 234 West: Albany

Turn straight onto GA 234

0.4 mi · 43 sec · Moultrie Road

Turn straight onto GA 234

3.0 mi · 5 min · East Oakridge Drive

Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn left onto GA 91

20 mi · 28 min · Newton Road

Use the straight lane.

Continue on GA 91

27 mi · 37 min · GA 91

Use the left / straight / right lanes.

Turn left onto GA 45; GA 91

333 ft · 7 sec · South Cuthbert Street

Keep slight left at fork onto GA 45; GA 91

444 ft · 9 sec · West College Street

Arrive at destination

College Street

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 137.8 miles from Savannah, GA, or about 2h 38m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 114.5 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 61 miles or 1h 7m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 137.8 miles or 2h 38m 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 38m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Colquitt, GA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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 275.6 miles and 5h 48m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 61 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 Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway for about 114.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in Turner County, Georgia, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Ashburn, GA

138 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

Metter, GA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 61 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Dublin, GA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 137.8 miles from Savannah, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 114.5 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Cafe LeLe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Colquitt, Georgia

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 275.6

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+12297583334

The Collins Quarter

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Savannah, Georgia

0.6 mi

Origin Coffee Bar

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Savannah, Georgia

0.6 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Bitty & Beau’s Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Savannah, Georgia

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+19123587180

Visit website

The Coffee Fox Roasting Co.

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Savannah, Georgia

0.5 mi

The Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Colquitt, Georgia

0 mi

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0 mi from route $1 to $10 mile 275.6

Colquitt, Georgia

Hours: 6–10:30 am

Asher + Rye Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+19122363044

Visit website

Starbucks Coffee

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 6:30 am–6 pm

+19123739099

Visit website

Revival Coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour Inexpensiv

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+19124331409

Visit website

Jennie's Victorian Coffee House and Royal Thai Tea

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 9 am–7 pm

Coffee Deli

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20

Savannah, Georgia

Hours: 6 am–5 pm

+19123527818

5 of 28

5 decision points cluster between mile 3 and 185 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

3 mi into trip | ~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

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

153.1 mi into trip | ~3h in | US 341; US 129 Alternate; GA 27; GA 112; GA 230; GA 257 / Broad Street

At end of road, turn right onto US 341; US 129 Alternate; GA 27; GA 112; GA 230; GA 257 / Broad Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left lanes.

182.5 mi into trip | ~3h 42m in

Turn left toward I-75 South: Valdosta

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward I-75 South: Valdosta

185 mi into trip | ~3h 45m in

Take the exit toward GA 300 South: Georgia-Florida Parkway, Albany

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 99 Toward GA 300 South: Georgia-Florida Parkway, A...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$43.10 one way

$86.20 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 96 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.34	$47.12	$94.25
premium	$4.70	$51.01	$102.02
diesel	$5.61	$60.85	$121.70

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$43

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$68–$93

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 96.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	82.7	1	$28.94	$13.23
Efficient EV	68.9	0	$24.12	$11.02
EV Truck/SUV	110.2	1	$38.58	$17.64

Gas CO2

96 kg

EV CO2

32 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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

Savannah, GA

Afternoon in Savannah on Saturday

Local time

4:54 PM

EDT

Current temp

57°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Colquitt, GA

Afternoon in Colquitt on Saturday

Local time

4:54 PM

EDT

Current temp

54°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

54°F

Ashburn, GA

138 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

3 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

5h 48m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

275.6 mi in 5h 48m, mostly highway — 114.5 mi of that is on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway.

75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

44 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 114.5 mi on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway and Georgia-Florida Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3 miles in.

Driving Effort 10/10

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 28 significant decision points across 275.6 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 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; at 153.1 miles (US 341; US 129 Alternate; GA 27; GA 112; GA 230; GA 257 / Broad Street): Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Savannah, GA and Colquitt, GA, road signs point toward Albany, Moultrie and Marine Corps Logistics Base.

Albany

185 mi in | ~3h 45m

Moultrie

224.3 mi in | ~4h 35m | via GA 133

Marine Corps Logistics Base

224.3 mi in | ~4h 35m | via GA 133

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 48m. Total distance: 275.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 48m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 114.5 miles on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Colquitt, GA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

Not recommended in a single day. At 5.8 hours each way, a round trip means 11.6 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Colquitt, GA before the return drive.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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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Trip from Savannah, GA to Colquitt, GA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

Cafe LeLe

Bitty & Beau’s Coffee

Cafe LeLe

The Collins Quarter

Origin Coffee Bar

Savannah Coffee Roasters

Maté Factor

Bitty & Beau’s Coffee

The Coffee Fox Roasting Co.

The Station

Asher + Rye Cafe

Starbucks Coffee

Revival Coffee

Jennie's Victorian Coffee House and Royal Thai Tea

Coffee Deli

ViaLynk Charging Station

Jepson Center & Telfair Children's Art Museum (CAM)

Savannah Visitor Information Center

Webb Military Museum

Graveface Museum

The Savannah Underground

Sip n' Shop Tours

Wise Guys Historical Tours

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Savannah, GA

Colquitt, GA

Same local time

3 degrees cooler at arrival

5h 48m on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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