Trip from Savannah, GA to Soperton, GA

Q: What are the main roads on this route?

The main roads are Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway, US 221, West Bay Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

Q: Is this a good same-day trip?

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Q: Where should I stop halfway?

The midpoint is about 48.1 miles from Savannah, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

Q: How much does gas cost for this trip?

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.06 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Q: What is the best time to leave?

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

Q: What towns show up on signs driving from Savannah, GA to Soperton, GA?

The route from Savannah, GA to Soperton, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

Q: Are there national parks near the route from Savannah, GA to Soperton, GA?

Yes. Nearby national parks include Fort Pulaski National Monument.

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

1h 48m

Distance

96.3 mi

155 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$15

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 24 min

4 AM

1h 41m ★

6 AM

1h 49m

8 AM

2h 5m

10 AM

1h 54m

12 PM

1h 53m

3 PM

1h 55m

5 PM

2h 4m

8 PM

1h 44m

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

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Trip Overview

The drive from Savannah, GA to Soperton, GA covers 96.3 miles and takes about 1h 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, US 221, West Bay Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 85.6 miles on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $15.06 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.

Midpoint

48.1 miles from Savannah, GA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 48m. Total distance: 96.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 48m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a 1h 48m highway drive covering 96.3 miles, with most of the trip on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway and US 221. The longest continuous stretch is about 85.6 miles on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 85.6 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway and US 221. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Fahm Street.

Driving Effort 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 96.3 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Fahm Street): Navigation decision point; 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.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 10 key points

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

5

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | North Fahm Street

Turn right onto North Fahm Street

Navigation decision point

6

1.9 mi into trip | ~3m in | 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 | ~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

6

89.1 mi into trip | ~1h 38m in

Take the exit toward US 221, GA 56: Soperton

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 78 Toward US 221, GA 56: Soperton

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway	85.6 mi	1h 32m
US 221	6.8 mi	9m
West Bay Street	1.8 mi	2m
William F. Lynes Parkway	0.8 mi	1m
US 80	0.2 mi	<1m
2nd Street	0.1 mi	<1m
Augusta Avenue	<0.1 mi	<1m
Collins Street	<0.1 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway — 85.6 mi, about 1h 32m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on this road

145 ft · 13 sec · this road

2

Turn right onto North Fahm Street

72 ft · 6 sec · 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 · 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

86 mi · 1 hr 32 min · Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

11

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 38 sec

Exit 78 Toward US 221, GA 56: Soperton

12

Turn left onto US 221; GA 56

6.8 mi · 9 min · US 221; GA 56

Use the right lane.

13

Continue on US 221; GA 15; GA 56

0.1 mi · 18 sec · 2nd Street

14

Arrive at destination

US 221; GA 56

Trip Plan

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 48.1 miles from Savannah, GA, or about 53m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 85.6 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 21 miles or 24m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 48.1 miles or 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 1h 27m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Soperton, 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.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Savannah, GA

This is one driving day of about 96.3 miles and 1h 48m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Savannah, GA.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

The longest stretch is on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway for about 85.6 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 48.1 mi from Savannah, GA · 53m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Pembroke, GA

48 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

Bloomingdale, GA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Register, GA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 48.1 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 85.6 miles.

Arriving in Soperton, GA

The final approach into Soperton, GA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

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

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Fort Pulaski National Monument

National Monument

For much of the 19th century, masonry fortifications were the United States’ main defense against overseas enemies. However, during the Civil War, new technology proved its superiority over these fort...

10 mi from route ~26 min detour $10

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$15.06 one way

$30.12 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 34 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.34	$16.47	$32.93
premium	$4.70	$17.82	$35.65
diesel	$5.61	$21.26	$42.52

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$15

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$40–$65

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 33.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	28.9	$10.11	$4.62
Efficient EV	24.1	$8.43	$3.85
EV Truck/SUV	38.5	$13.48	$6.16

Gas CO2

34 kg

EV CO2

11 kg (68% 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 as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Savannah, GA

Afternoon in Savannah on Thursday

Local time

1:24 PM

EDT

Current temp

57°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Soperton, GA

Afternoon in Soperton on Thursday

Local time

1:24 PM

EDT

Current temp

79°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

50°F

Pembroke, GA

48 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

22 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

1h 48m 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 Savannah, GA to Soperton, GA covers 96.3 miles and takes about 1h 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway, US 221, West Bay Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 48.1 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 $15.06 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.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 96.3 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Fahm Street): Navigation decision point; 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.

The route from Savannah, GA to Soperton, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

Yes. Nearby national parks include Fort Pulaski National Monument.

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