Origin
Savannah, GA
Morning in Savannah on Wednesday
Local time
6:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Savannah, GA to Smyrna, GA
Data updated 54 minutes ago
Drive Time
4h 14m
Distance
191.4 mi
308 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$30
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 1m
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6 AM
4h 14m
8 AM
4h 41m
10 AM
4h 23m
12 PM
4h 21m
3 PM
4h 25m
5 PM
4h 39m
8 PM
4h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Savannah, GA
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Smyrna, GA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Savannah, GA to Smyrna, GA covers 191.4 miles and takes about 4h 14m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on GA 21, Carl Sanders Highway, GA 24 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 41.9 miles on GA 21. At current regular gas prices, budget about $29.93 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
95.7 miles from Savannah, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 4m into the drive .
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Drive Character
The drive from Savannah, GA to Smyrna, GA covers 191.4 miles and takes about 4h 14m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 33 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
GA 21 is the longest continuous segment at about 41.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Fahm Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 14m drive. You will face about 21 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Fahm Street): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles (I 516; GA 21; GA 25 / William F. Lynes Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 120 miles (GA 17; GA 80 / Thomson Highway): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 21 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North Fahm Street
Turn right onto North Fahm Street
Navigation decision point
5
2 mi into trip
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~3m in
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I 516; GA 21; GA 25 / William F. Lynes Parkway
Merge onto I 516; GA 21; GA 25 / William F. Lynes Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
120 mi into trip
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~2h 39m in
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GA 17; GA 80 / Thomson Highway
Turn right onto GA 17; GA 80 / Thomson Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
141.4 mi into trip
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~3h 8m in
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US 278 Truck; GA 12 Bypass / Legion Road
At end of road, turn left onto US 278 Truck; GA 12 Bypass / Legion Road
Navigation decision point
5
186.4 mi into trip
|
~4h 2m in
Take the exit toward Buckhead, Lake Oconee, Buckhead Historic District
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Buckhead, Lake Oconee, Buckhead Historic...
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| GA 21 | 41.9 mi | 48m |
| Carl Sanders Highway | 32.3 mi | 34m |
| GA 24 | 30.5 mi | 43m |
| George Massey Road | 22.7 mi | 31m |
| GA 80 | 19.5 mi | 26m |
| Augusta Road | 12.6 mi | 17m |
| Atlanta Highway | 7.2 mi | 10m |
| US 301 | 4.5 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
GA 21
— 41.9 mi, about 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Savannah, GA and Smyrna, GA.
1
Start on this road
145 ft
·
13 sec
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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
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
West Bay Street
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward I 516 West, GA 21 North
5
Merge onto I 516; GA 21; GA 25
1.1 mi
·
1 min
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William F. Lynes Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on GA 21
13 mi
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17 min
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Augusta Road
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on GA 21; I 3 FUT
42 mi
·
48 min
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GA 21; I 3 FUT
Use the straight lane.
8
Turn right onto GA 21 Business
1.5 mi
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2 min
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South Main Street
9
Continue on US 301 Business; GA 73; GA 21 Business
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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North Main Street
10
Turn slight left onto US 301 Business; GA 73
299 ft
·
6 sec
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US 301 Business; GA 73
11
Turn right onto US 301; GA 73 Loop
4.5 mi
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5 min
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US 301; GA 73 Loop
12
Take the exit onto GA 24
30 mi
·
43 min
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GA 24
13
Turn left onto GA 24; GA 56; GA 80
1.3 mi
·
1 min
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West 6th Street
14
Enter roundabout onto GA 24; GA 80
107 ft
·
1 sec
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GA 24; GA 80
15
Continue on GA 24; GA 80
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
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GA 24; GA 80
16
Turn right onto GA 80
23 mi
·
31 min
·
George Massey Road
17
At end of road, turn left onto GA 80; GA 88
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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Stapleton Highway
18
Turn right onto GA 17; GA 80
1.9 mi
·
2 min
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Thomson Highway
Use the right lane.
19
Turn left onto GA 80
19 mi
·
26 min
·
GA 80
20
At end of road, turn left onto US 278 Truck; GA 12 Bypass
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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Legion Road
21
Continue on US 278 Truck; GA 12 Bypass
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
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Jones Circle
22
Continue on US 278; GA 12
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Main Street
23
Continue on US 278; GA 12
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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Norwood Road
24
Continue on US 278; GA 12
2.3 mi
·
3 min
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Jefferson Davis Memorial Highway
25
Continue on US 278; GA 12
7.2 mi
·
10 min
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Atlanta Highway
26
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Toward I-20 West: Atlanta
27
Merge onto I 20
32 mi
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34 min
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Carl Sanders Highway
28
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward Buckhead, Lake Oconee, Buckhead Historic District
29
Continue on this road
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
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this road
Exit 121
Toward Buckhead, Lake Oconee, Buckhead Historic District
Use the right lane.
30
Turn right onto Seven Islands Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
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Seven Islands Road
31
At end of road, turn left onto Parks Mill Road
244 ft
·
9 sec
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Parks Mill Road
32
Turn right onto Buckhead Road
3.4 mi
·
8 min
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Buckhead Road
33
Arrive at destination
Buckhead Road
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 95.7 miles from Savannah, GA, or about 2h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 41.9 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 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 95.7 miles or 2h 4m 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 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Smyrna, 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.
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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 Savannah, GA
This is one driving day of about 191.4 miles and 4h 14m.
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 GA 21 for about 41.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 95.7 mi from Savannah, GA · 2h 4m 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 95.7 miles from Savannah, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Smyrna, GA
The final approach into Smyrna, 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 Smyrna, 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
$29.93 one way
$59.86 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
67 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $32.73 | $65.45 |
| premium | $4.70 | $35.42 | $70.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $42.26 | $84.52 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 67 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 57.4 | 0 | $20.10 | $9.19 |
| Efficient EV | 47.9 | 0 | $16.75 | $7.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 76.6 | 0 | $26.80 | $12.25 |
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
Smyrna, GA
Morning in Smyrna on Wednesday
Local time
6:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°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
18 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 14m 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 Smyrna, GA covers 191.4 miles and takes about 4h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are GA 21, Carl Sanders Highway, GA 24. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 95.7 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 $29.93 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 straightforward 4h 14m drive. You will face about 21 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Fahm Street): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles (I 516; GA 21; GA 25 / William F. Lynes Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 120 miles (GA 17; GA 80 / Thomson Highway): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Savannah, GA to Smyrna, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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