Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 45m
Distance
88.5 mi
142 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Swainsboro, GA
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Savannah to Swainsboro is 88.5 miles and takes about 1 hour 45 minutes via Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway and GA 57, with a fuel budget near $14 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Georgia, connecting two points in the Southeast region. It's a straightforward, highway-focused trip, making it an easy option for a single-day journey. You'll find it to be a practical route, suitable for those prioritizing efficiency over extensive sightseeing. Plan for a quick and uncomplicated transit between these two Georgia locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
44.2 miles from Savannah, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway | 65.2 mi | 1h 10m |
| GA 57 | 13.5 mi | 19m |
| South Main Street | 5.7 mi | 8m |
| West Bay Street | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| William F. Lynes Parkway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| US 80 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Augusta Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Collins Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Savannah, GA and Swainsboro, GA.
Start on this road
Turn right onto North Fahm Street
Turn right onto West Bay Street
Turn left onto US 80; GA 25 Connector; GA 26
Continue on US 80; GA 25 Connector; GA 26
Take the ramp onto US 80; GA 25 Connector; GA 26
Merge onto I 516; US 80; GA 21; GA 25; GA 26
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 16
Take the exit
Turn right onto GA 57
Turn right onto US 1; GA 4; GA 57
Continue on US 1 Business; GA 4 Business
Continue on US 80; GA 26; GA 56
Turn right
Turn right
Arrive at destination
Given the short 1 hour 45 minute duration, leaving Savannah anytime in the morning or early afternoon will comfortably get you to Swainsboro within daylight hours. You won't need to plan for extensive stops, though a brief break around the halfway point might be welcome. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch without a town is over 65 miles. With a total fuel cost estimated at just $14, this is an economical trip, so you have flexibility in your departure time. Consider leaving early to maximize your time at your destination in Swainsboro.
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.
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 19 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.2 miles or 49m 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 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Swainsboro, GA than in the middle of the route.
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 88.5 miles and 1h 45m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
44 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.
A short stop after about 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 44.2 miles from Savannah, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 65.2 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 3.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto North Fahm Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto US 80; GA 25 Connector; GA 26 / Collins Street
Lane positioning matters here
Take the ramp onto US 80; GA 25 Connector; GA 26 toward GA 21 South
Navigation decision point
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
Keep slight right at fork toward I 16 West: Macon
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$13.84 one way
$27.68 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $15.13 | $30.26 |
| premium | $4.70 | $16.38 | $32.76 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.54 | $39.08 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.6 | 0 | $9.29 | $4.25 |
| Efficient EV | 22.1 | 0 | $7.74 | $3.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35.4 | 0 | $12.39 | $5.66 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Savannah on Saturday
Local time
2:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Mostly Clear
Destination
Afternoon in Swainsboro on Saturday
Local time
2:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Expect a highway-focused drive for this route, with 90% of your journey utilizing faster roads. You'll experience a significant stretch of 65.2 miles on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway without interruption. This suggests a consistent pace for much of the trip. The primary roads, including Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway and GA 57, indicate a predominantly highway character. While the route is mostly highway, the transition to South Main Street in Swainsboro signals a shift towards local roads as you reach your destination.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway and GA 57. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Fahm Street.
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 88.5 miles you will encounter 12 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 2 miles (US 80; GA 25 Connector; GA 26): Navigation decision point.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Savannah, GA to Swainsboro, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Stillmore along the way.
Stillmore
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 45m. Total distance: 88.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh 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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