Origin
Savannah, GA
Evening in Savannah on Thursday
Local time
7:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
5h 3m
Distance
235.8 mi
379 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$37
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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The drive from Savannah, GA to Gumlog, GA covers 235.8 miles and takes about 5h 3m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North Fahm Street, West Bay Street, I 516 West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $36.87 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
117.9 miles from Savannah, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 31m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 3m. Total distance: 235.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Expect a 5h 3m drive with frequent turns across 235.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
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.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 3m 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 Gumlog, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Fahm Street | — | — |
| West Bay Street | — | — |
| I 516 West | — | — |
| William F | — | — |
| Augusta Road | — | — |
| South Main Street | — | — |
| North Main Street | — | — |
| Millhaven Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Step-by-step road directions between Savannah, GA and Gumlog, GA.
Start on the route
Turn right onto North Fahm Street
Turn right onto West Bay Street
Take the ramp slight right toward I 516 West, GA 21 North
Merge slight left onto William F. Lynes Parkway
Continue on Augusta Road
Continue straight
Turn right onto South Main Street
Continue on North Main Street
Turn slight left
Turn right
Take the exit slight left
Turn right onto Millhaven Road
Continue on Milhaven Road
Turn straight onto Girard Millhaven Road
Continue on Millhaven Road
Continue on Main Street
At the end of the road, turn right
Take the ramp sharp left toward Mike Padgett Highway
Take the ramp slight right
Merge slight left onto Bobby Jones Expressway
Keep slight right to continue on Bobby Jones Expressway
Keep slight left to continue on I 20 West: Atlanta
Merge slight left onto Carl Sanders Highway
Take the exit slight right toward US 78, GA 17: Thomson, Washington
Turn right onto Washington Road
Continue on Thomson Road
Turn left
Turn right onto Tignall Road
Turn left onto Tignall Road
Continue on South Hulin Avenue
Continue on Elberton Highway
Continue on Washington Highway
Continue on Elbert Street
Continue on Heard Street
Continue on Elbert Street
Continue on College Avenue
Turn left onto Bowman Highway
Continue on East Railroad Street
Continue on Bowman Highway
Continue straight
Turn right onto West Avenue
Turn slight left onto Vickery Street
Turn slight left onto Gumlog Road
Turn right onto Rue Chalet
Continue on Rue Chaley
Turn right onto Normandy Trail
Continue on Normandy Trail
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 52 miles or 1h 6m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 117.9 miles or 2h 31m 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 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Gumlog, GA than in the middle of the route.
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 235.8 miles and 5h 3m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 117.9 mi from Savannah, GA · 2h 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
118 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 52 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 117.9 miles from Savannah, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Gumlog, 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 Gumlog, GA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$36.87 one way
$73.75 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $40.32 | $80.64 |
| premium | $4.70 | $43.64 | $87.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $52.06 | $104.12 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$37
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 82.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 70.7 | 0 | $24.76 | $11.32 |
| Efficient EV | 59 | 0 | $20.63 | $9.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 94.3 | 1 | $33.01 | $15.09 |
Gas CO2
83 kg
EV CO2
28 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Savannah on Thursday
Local time
7:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Destination
Evening in Gumlog on Thursday
Local time
7:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°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
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.
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