Origin
Statesboro, GA
Evening in Statesboro on Sunday
Local time
8:10 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Statesboro, GA to Marietta, GA
Drive Time
4h 20m
Distance
228.9 mi
368 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$37
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 7m
★
6 AM
4h 20m
8 AM
4h 47m
10 AM
4h 29m
12 PM
4h 27m
3 PM
4h 31m
5 PM
4h 45m
8 PM
4h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Statesboro, GA
Jamie Kimball
Trip Overview
Driving from Statesboro to Marietta covers 228.9 miles and typically takes about 4 hours and 20 minutes. Because this route is highway-focused, it is easily manageable as a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. You should plan for a fuel budget of roughly $37 for the journey. The path takes you across the Southeast, transitioning from the coastal plain area near Statesboro into the more urbanized landscape surrounding Marietta. Since the drive is straightforward, it serves as a reliable connection between these two Georgia cities.
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
114.5 miles from Statesboro, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 8m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a trip dominated by high-speed travel, as 94% of your journey stays on highways. You will navigate a combination of the Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway, US 25, and I-75 to complete the trek. The longest uninterrupted segment is a 114.2-mile stretch on the Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway, which sets a steady rhythm for the first half of your drive. As you transition onto the interstate system, the character of the road shifts from regional parkway travel to the faster, more intense pace of major highway transit.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 114.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway and I 75. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 11.6 miles in.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 228.9 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 11.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 126.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 189.3 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
11.6 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Take the exit toward Macon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward Macon
7
126.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 21m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 75 North: Atlanta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Toward I 75 North: Atlanta
8
189.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 29m in
|
I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward I 75 North: Atlanta, Birmingham
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward I 75 North: Atlanta, Birmingham
8
212.1 mi into trip
|
~3h 58m in
|
I 75 / Horace E Tate Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 75 / Horace E Tate Freeway toward I 75 North: Marietta, Chattanooga
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward I 75 North: Marietta, Chattanooga
7
226.3 mi into trip
|
~4h 14m in
Take the exit toward GA 120 Alternate: North Marietta Parkway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 265
Toward GA 120 Alternate: North Marietta Parkway
Towns Along This Route
Between Statesboro, GA and Marietta, GA, road signs point toward Macon, Birmingham and Chattanooga.
Macon
11.6 mi in
|
~17m
Birmingham
189.3 mi in
|
~3h 29m
|
via I 75
Chattanooga
212.1 mi in
|
~3h 58m
|
via I 75
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway | 114.2 mi | 2h 2m |
| I 75 | 84.9 mi | 1h 35m |
| US 25 | 7.3 mi | 10m |
| Horace E Tate Freeway | 7.2 mi | 8m |
| Larry McDonald Memorial Highway | 7 mi | 8m |
| South Main Street | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| North Marietta Parkway | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Fall Line Freeway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
— 114.2 mi, about 2h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Statesboro, GA and Marietta, GA.
1
Start on East Main Street
80 ft
·
8 sec
·
East Main Street
2
Continue on US 25; US 301; GA 67; GA 73
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
South Main Street
Use the none lane.
3
Continue on US 25; US 301; GA 73
7.3 mi
·
10 min
·
US 25; US 301; GA 73
Use the none / right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Toward Macon
5
Merge onto I 16
114 mi
·
2 hr 2 min
·
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
Use the none lane.
6
Continue on I 16; GA 540
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
·
Fall Line Freeway
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 75 North: Atlanta
Use the straight / left lanes.
8
Merge onto I 75
62 mi
·
1 hr 7 min
·
I 75
Use the none lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
23 mi
·
28 min
·
I 75
Toward I 75 North: Atlanta, Birmingham
Use the none lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 75
7.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Horace E Tate Freeway
Toward I 75 North: Marietta, Chattanooga
Use the none lane.
11
Continue on I 75
7.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Larry McDonald Memorial Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 265
Toward GA 120 Alternate: North Marietta Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn left onto GA 120 ALT
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
North Marietta Parkway
Use the none lane.
14
Turn left onto Church Street
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Church Street
Use the left lane.
15
Arrive at destination
West Park Square
Trip Plan
To keep your drive smooth, aim to complete the 228.9-mile trip in one go, as the 4-hour and 20-minute duration is perfectly suited for a single day of travel. You should plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refresh, especially since you will spend the vast majority of your time on the highway. Keep a close watch on your fuel levels before merging onto the longer stretches of the Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway to avoid unnecessary detours. Given the route's heavy reliance on major roads, checking traffic conditions before you depart Statesboro will help you navigate potential congestion as you approach Marietta.
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 114.5 miles from Statesboro, GA, or about 2h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 114.2 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 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 114.5 miles or 2h 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Marietta, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Statesboro, 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 Statesboro, GA
This is one driving day of about 228.9 miles and 4h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Statesboro, 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 Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway for about 114.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 114.5 mi from Statesboro, GA · 2h 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
114 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 114.5 miles from Statesboro, 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 114.2 miles.
Arriving in Marietta, GA
The final approach into Marietta, 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 Marietta, GA.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$36.63 one way
$73.27 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
80 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $39.91 | $79.83 |
| premium | $4.78 | $43.06 | $86.12 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $50.85 | $101.71 |
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: 80.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 68.7 | 0 | $24.03 | $10.99 |
| Efficient EV | 57.2 | 0 | $20.03 | $9.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 91.6 | 1 | $32.05 | $14.65 |
Gas CO2
80 kg
EV CO2
27 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
Marietta, GA
Evening in Marietta on Sunday
Local time
8:10 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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 20m 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 Statesboro, GA to Marietta, GA covers 228.9 miles and takes about 4h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway, I 75, US 25. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 114.5 miles from Statesboro, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $36.63 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 demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 228.9 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 11.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 126.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 189.3 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Statesboro, GA and Marietta, GA, road signs point toward Macon, Birmingham and Chattanooga.
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