Origin
Savannah, GA
Afternoon in Savannah on Monday
Local time
4:42 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Savannah, GA to Auburn, GA
Drive Time
5h 8m
Distance
244.9 mi
394 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$39
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 55m
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6 AM
5h 9m
8 AM
5h 36m
10 AM
5h 18m
12 PM
5h 16m
3 PM
5h 20m
5 PM
5h 35m
8 PM
5h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Savannah, GA
Dominik Gryzbon
Auburn, GA
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Savannah to Auburn, Georgia, covers a total distance of 244.9 miles. You should plan for approximately 5 hours and 8 minutes of drive time, making this a manageable journey to complete in a single day. Because this is a turn-heavy local drive rather than a straight interstate shot, you will want to stay alert behind the wheel. Budget around $39 for fuel to complete the trip comfortably. Whether you are heading inland for business or leisure, the route remains entirely within the Southeast region, offering a consistent experience as you navigate away from the coast.
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
122.4 miles from Savannah, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 34m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a very different experience than a typical interstate cruise on this 244.9-mile route. With a 0% highway share, this trip is defined by its turn-heavy local road profile rather than high-speed cruising. You will begin your journey on North Fahm Street and West Bay Street before transitioning through I-516 West. Because the road relies on local infrastructure, you will find yourself navigating frequent turns instead of long, uninterrupted stretches of pavement. Prepare for a more involved driving experience that demands your full attention as you transition from the coastal environment toward Auburn.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 38 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Fahm Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 5h 8m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Savannah, GA to Auburn, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Fahm Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Bay Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 516 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| William F | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Augusta Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Millhaven Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
North Fahm Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Savannah, GA and Auburn, GA.
1
Start on the route
144 ft
·
13 sec
·
the route
2
Turn right onto North Fahm Street
72 ft
·
7 sec
·
North Fahm Street
3
Turn right onto West Bay Street
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
West Bay Street
4
Take the ramp slight right toward I 516 West, GA 21 North
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
I 516 West, GA 21 North
5
Merge slight left onto William F. Lynes Parkway
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
William F. Lynes Parkway
6
Continue on Augusta Road
13 mi
·
17 min
·
Augusta Road
7
Continue straight
42 mi
·
48 min
8
Turn right onto South Main Street
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
9
Continue on North Main Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
10
Turn slight left
299 ft
·
7 sec
11
Turn right
4.5 mi
·
5 min
12
Take the exit slight left
5.4 mi
·
7 min
13
Turn right onto Millhaven Road
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Millhaven Road
14
Continue on Milhaven Road
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Milhaven Road
15
Turn straight onto Girard Millhaven Road
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Girard Millhaven Road
16
Continue on Millhaven Road
5.6 mi
·
7 min
·
Millhaven Road
17
Continue on Main Street
19 mi
·
26 min
·
Main Street
18
At the end of the road, turn right
14 mi
·
19 min
19
Take the ramp sharp left toward Mike Padgett Highway
203 ft
·
7 sec
·
Mike Padgett Highway
20
Take the ramp slight right
0.7 mi
·
1 min
21
Merge slight left onto Bobby Jones Expressway
7.4 mi
·
8 min
·
Bobby Jones Expressway
22
Keep slight right to continue on Bobby Jones Expressway
0.7 mi
·
53 sec
·
Bobby Jones Expressway
23
Keep slight left to continue on I 20 West: Atlanta
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 20 West: Atlanta
24
Merge slight left onto Carl Sanders Highway
24 mi
·
25 min
·
Carl Sanders Highway
25
Take the exit slight right toward US 78, GA 17: Thomson, Washington
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
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US 78, GA 17: Thomson, Washington
26
Turn right onto Washington Road
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Washington Road
27
Continue on Thomson Road
11 mi
·
13 min
·
Thomson Road
28
Turn left
42 mi
·
51 min
29
Turn left onto US 129 South, US 441 South, US 29 South, GA 10 Loop South, US 78 West, GA 10 West
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
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US 129 South, US 441 South, US 29 South, GA 10 Loop South, US 78 West, GA 10 West
30
Merge slight left onto Inner Loop 10
5.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Inner Loop 10
31
Take the exit slight right toward US 29 South, US 78 West, GA 316 West: Atlanta, Monroe
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
US 29 South, US 78 West, GA 316 West: Atlanta, Monroe
32
At the end of the road, turn left onto University Parkway
20 mi
·
23 min
·
University Parkway
33
Turn right onto Carl Bethlehem Road
4.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Carl Bethlehem Road
34
Turn right onto Carl Midway Church Road
151 ft
·
10 sec
·
Carl Midway Church Road
35
Turn left onto Atlanta Highway
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Atlanta Highway
36
Turn right onto Mount Moriah Road
302 ft
·
13 sec
·
Mount Moriah Road
37
Turn right onto 4th Avenue
82 ft
·
3 sec
·
4th Avenue
38
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the local nature of the roads, leave early in the day to ensure you have plenty of daylight for the numerous turns you will encounter. Since the trip takes over five hours, schedule at least one stop to stretch your legs and break up the repetitive local maneuvering. Keep your navigation system running consistently, as the lack of major highway mileage means you will be making frequent adjustments to your route. Factor the $39 fuel estimate into your travel budget before heading out. Because this is a single-day trip, your primary advantage is flexibility, so take advantage of the ability to pace your driving and rest whenever you feel the need.
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 122.4 miles from Savannah, GA, or about 2h 34m into the drive.
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 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 122.4 miles or 2h 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Auburn, 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 244.9 miles and 5h 8m.
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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 122.4 mi from Savannah, GA · 2h 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
122 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 122.4 miles from Savannah, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Auburn, GA
The final approach into Auburn, 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 Auburn, 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
$39.19 one way
$78.39 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
86 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $42.70 | $85.41 |
| premium | $4.78 | $46.07 | $92.14 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $54.41 | $108.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$39
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$64–$89
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 85.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 73.5 | 0 | $25.71 | $11.76 |
| Efficient EV | 61.2 | 0 | $21.43 | $9.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 98 | 1 | $34.29 | $15.67 |
Gas CO2
86 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Auburn, GA
Afternoon in Auburn on Monday
Local time
4:42 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°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
2 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
5h 8m 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 Auburn, GA covers 244.9 miles and takes about 5h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Fahm Street, West Bay Street, I 516 West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 122.4 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 $39.19 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 5h 8m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Savannah, GA to Auburn, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Savannah, GA to Auburn, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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