Origin
Savannah, GA
Afternoon in Savannah on Friday
Local time
2:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Savannah, GA to Waycross, GA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 31m
Distance
122.9 mi
198 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 21m
★
6 AM
2h 31m
8 AM
2h 51m
10 AM
2h 38m
12 PM
2h 36m
3 PM
2h 39m
5 PM
2h 50m
8 PM
2h 25m
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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Waycross, GA
Timon Reinhard
Trip Overview
This 122.9-mile drive from Savannah to Waycross, Georgia, is a straightforward 2-and-a-half-hour journey perfect for a single day trip. Primarily utilizing I-95, US-82, and GA-99, the route is about 91% highway, making it an efficient way to travel between these two points in the Southeast. With an estimated fuel cost of $19, it's an economical option for a quick excursion. The main roads offer a consistent driving experience, and since it's a relatively short trip, you'll have plenty of flexibility for when you want to depart and how often you choose to stop.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
61.5 miles from Savannah, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 9m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 31m. Total distance: 122.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this trip, with 91% of the route taking place on major roads. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on I-95, including the longest uninterrupted stretch of 55.6 miles. While the interstate offers speed and directness, the transition to US-82 and GA-99 will introduce a change in scenery and pace as you move away from the main thoroughfare. This progression means the drive starts fast and then shifts to more localized routes as you approach your destination.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 27 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.
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 20 significant decision points across 122.9 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 20 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
1.9 mi into trip
|
~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
|
~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
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Savannah, GA to Waycross, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Florence along the way.
Florence
9.4 mi in
|
~12m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 55.6 mi | 59m |
| US 82 | 39.8 mi | 52m |
| GA 99 | 9.2 mi | 12m |
| Grants Ferry Road | 6.2 mi | 8m |
| Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway | 5.9 mi | 6m |
| West Bay Street | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Memorial Drive | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| William F. Lynes Parkway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 55.6 mi, about 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Savannah, GA and Waycross, 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
5.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
Use the 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
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 straight 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 straight lane.
22
Continue on US 82; GA 520
4.8 mi
·
5 min
·
US 82; GA 520
23
Continue on US 82; GA 520
4.6 mi
·
7 min
·
US 82; GA 520
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
24
Continue on US 82; GA 520
19 mi
·
24 min
·
US 82; GA 520
Use the straight / right lanes.
25
Turn right onto US 1 Business
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Memorial Drive
Use the straight / right lanes.
26
Turn right onto Church Street
461 ft
·
20 sec
·
Church Street
27
Arrive at destination
Church Street
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour and 31-minute duration, this route is easily manageable as a day trip. Aim to depart in the morning to maximize your time at your destination or upon arrival in Waycross. With only one recommended stop, you have the freedom to break up the drive as you see fit, perhaps after the 55.6-mile stretch on I-95. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before heading onto the less direct state routes toward the end of your journey. The $19 fuel cost is a good estimate, but it's always wise to fill up in larger towns like Savannah before setting off.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 61.5 miles from Savannah, GA, or about 1h 9m 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 27 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61.5 miles or 1h 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Waycross, 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 122.9 miles and 2h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 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 61.5 mi from Savannah, GA · 1h 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
61 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 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 61.5 miles from Savannah, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Waycross, GA
The final approach into Waycross, 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 Waycross, 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
$19.22 one way
$38.44 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
43 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $21.01 | $42.03 |
| premium | $4.70 | $22.75 | $45.49 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $27.13 | $54.27 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 36.9 | 0 | $12.90 | $5.90 |
| Efficient EV | 30.7 | 0 | $10.75 | $4.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 49.2 | 0 | $17.21 | $7.87 |
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Waycross, GA
Afternoon in Waycross on Friday
Local time
2:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°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
5 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
2h 31m 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 Waycross, GA covers 122.9 miles and takes about 2h 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, US 82, GA 99. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 61.5 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 $19.22 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 122.9 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.
On the drive from Savannah, GA to Waycross, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Florence along the way.
How this page is built
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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