Trip from Savannah, GA to Waynesboro, GA

Drive Time

2h 3m

Distance

95 mi

153 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$15

one way

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Best Time to Leave

Save up to 26 min

4 AM

1h 55m ★

6 AM

2h 3m

8 AM

2h 21m

10 AM

2h 10m

12 PM

2h 8m

3 PM

2h 10m

5 PM

2h 20m

8 PM

1h 58m

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

Traveling from Savannah to Waynesboro covers 95 miles of Georgia landscape, typically taking about 2 hours and 3 minutes of drive time. Because this is a straightforward, highway-focused trip, you can easily complete the journey in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend roughly $15 on fuel, making this an affordable excursion within the Southeast region. Whether you are heading inland for business or leisure, the route is efficient and predictable. Since both cities are located within Georgia, you remain within the same state throughout the entire transit. Use this drive as a practical way to connect the coast to the interior, keeping your travel plans simple and budget-friendly.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

47.5 miles from Savannah, GA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 59m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a steady, highway-focused experience as you navigate your way toward Waynesboro. With 82% of the journey spent on highways, you will spend most of your time maintaining a consistent pace along GA 21, GA 24, and Augusta Road. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs early on, lasting 41.9 miles as you travel along GA 21. While the road is designed for efficiency rather than technical complexity, the transition between these major thoroughfares keeps the drive from feeling monotonous. You will find that the road conditions remain fairly uniform, allowing you to focus on the road ahead for the duration of your two-hour trip.

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

There are about 13 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 is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on GA 21 and GA 24. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Fahm Street.

Route Complexity 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

The drive from Savannah, GA to Waynesboro, GA is easy. At 2h 3m with 82% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Fahm Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (West Bay Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 7 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

3

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | West Bay Street

Turn right onto West Bay Street

Navigation decision point

4

1.7 mi into trip | ~2m in

Take the ramp toward I 516 West, GA 21 North

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 516 West, GA 21 North

5

2 mi into trip | ~3m in | 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 none / straight / slight right lanes.

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57.6 mi into trip | ~1h 11m in | GA 21 Business / South Main Street

Turn right onto GA 21 Business / South Main Street

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
GA 21	41.9 mi	48m
GA 24	30.2 mi	43m
Augusta Road	12.6 mi	17m
US 301	4.5 mi	5m
West Bay Street	1.7 mi	2m
South Main Street	1.5 mi	2m
William F. Lynes Parkway	1.1 mi	1m
North Main Street	1 mi	1m

Longest stretch: GA 21 — 41.9 mi, about 48m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Savannah, GA and Waynesboro, 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

1.7 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 · William F. Lynes Parkway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

6

Continue on GA 21

13 mi · 17 min · Augusta Road

Use the straight lane.

7

Continue on GA 21; I 3 FUT

42 mi · 48 min · GA 21; I 3 FUT

Use the none lane.

8

Turn right onto GA 21 Business

1.5 mi · 2 min · South Main Street

9

Continue on US 301 Business; GA 73; GA 21 Business

1.0 mi · 1 min · North Main Street

10

Turn slight left onto US 301 Business; GA 73

299 ft · 6 sec · US 301 Business; GA 73

11

Turn right onto US 301; GA 73 Loop

4.5 mi · 5 min · US 301; GA 73 Loop

12

Take the exit onto GA 24

30 mi · 43 min · GA 24

13

Arrive at destination

US 25; GA 24; GA 121

Trip Plan

Since this is a relatively short drive of 95 miles, you have significant flexibility with your departure time to avoid potential traffic. While the route is direct, pacing yourself is key because there are no formal stops planned into this itinerary. Ensure your tank is topped off before you head out, as the $15 fuel estimate assumes a steady pace without excessive idling. Keep a close eye on your navigation when transitioning between GA 21 and GA 24 to stay on the most efficient path. Since the drive is just over two hours, consider departing mid-morning to arrive in Waynesboro refreshed and ready for your afternoon plans.

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 47.5 miles from Savannah, GA, or about 59m 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 47.5 miles or 59m 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 38m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Waynesboro, 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 95 miles and 2h 3m.

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.

You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.

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 47.5 mi from Savannah, GA · 59m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Charleston, SC

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

Mauldin, SC

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

West Columbia, SC

Meal break

The midpoint is around 47.5 miles from Savannah, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Waynesboro, GA

The final approach into Waynesboro, 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 Waynesboro, 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

$15.20 one way

$30.41 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 33 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.43	$16.57	$33.13
premium	$4.78	$17.87	$35.74
diesel	$5.64	$21.11	$42.21

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: 33.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	28.5	$9.98	$4.56
Efficient EV	23.8	$8.31	$3.80
EV Truck/SUV	38	$13.30	$6.08

Gas CO2

33 kg

EV CO2

11 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Savannah, GA

Night in Savannah on Sunday

Local time

10:02 PM

EDT

Current temp

65°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Waynesboro, GA

Night in Waynesboro on Sunday

Local time

10:02 PM

EDT

Current temp

61°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

4 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 3m 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 Waynesboro, GA covers 95 miles and takes about 2h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are GA 21, GA 24, Augusta Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 47.5 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 $15.20 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.

The drive from Savannah, GA to Waynesboro, GA is easy. At 2h 3m with 82% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Fahm Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (West Bay Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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