Trip from Tybee Island, GA to Warner Robins, GA

Drive Time

3h 38m

Distance

181 mi

291 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$29

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 37 min

4 AM

3h 26m ★

6 AM

3h 38m

8 AM

4h 3m

10 AM

3h 47m

12 PM

3h 44m

3 PM

3h 48m

5 PM

4h 2m

8 PM

3h 31m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Tybee Island, GA

Dominik Gryzbon

Trip Overview

Traveling from Tybee Island to Warner Robins covers 181 miles through the heart of Southeast Georgia. You should plan for a total drive time of approximately 3 hours and 38 minutes, making this a very manageable single-day trip. With a estimated fuel cost of $29, the route is budget-friendly and straightforward for most drivers. You will primarily utilize the Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway, GA 96, and State Route 26 to bridge the gap between the coast and the inland region. Since the entire journey stays within the state of Georgia, you won't need to worry about major navigational shifts or crossing state lines. It is an ideal route if you are looking to transition from a beach environment to the central part of the state without needing an overnight stay.

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

90.5 miles from Tybee Island, GA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 49m into the drive .

Drive Character

This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 94% of your journey spent on high-speed roads. You will settle into a steady rhythm early on, as the longest uninterrupted stretch covers 136.6 miles along the Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway. While the initial portion of the drive moves quickly, the transition onto GA 96 and State Route 26 changes the pace as you move away from the main parkway. Expect a consistent experience behind the wheel that favors efficiency over technical maneuvering. The route is designed for those who want to cover distance reliably, providing a predictable flow that keeps you moving toward your destination in Warner Robins.

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

There are about 22 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 136.6 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway and GA 96. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 19.4 miles in near I 16; US 17 / Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway.

Route Complexity 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 181 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 19.4 miles (I 16; US 17 / Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 156.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 160.3 miles (GA 96): Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 14 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

19.4 mi into trip | ~32m in | I 16; US 17 / Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway

Merge onto I 16; US 17 / Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.

156.4 mi into trip | ~3h in

Keep slight left at fork toward GA 358: Allentown, Danville

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward GA 358: Allentown, Danville

160.3 mi into trip | ~3h 6m in | GA 96

At end of road, turn left onto GA 96

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

175.8 mi into trip | ~3h 28m in | US 129; GA 247 / Hawkinsville Road

At end of road, turn right onto US 129; GA 247 / Hawkinsville Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

179.1 mi into trip | ~3h 33m in | GA 247 Connector / Watson Boulevard

Turn left onto GA 247 Connector / Watson Boulevard

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Tybee Island, GA to Warner Robins, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Danville along the way.

Danville

156 mi in | ~2h 59m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway	136.6 mi	2h 27m
GA 96	13.9 mi	19m
State Route 26	7.6 mi	11m
US 80	4.7 mi	7m
GA 358	3.9 mi	5m
Hawkinsville Road	3.3 mi	5m
Islands Expressway	2.5 mi	3m
East 37th Street	2.2 mi	3m

Longest stretch: Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway — 136.6 mi, about 2h 27m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Tybee Island, GA and Warner Robins, GA.

Start on 10th Court

130 ft · 7 sec · 10th Court

Turn right onto US 80; GA 26

0.9 mi · 2 min · Butler Avenue

Continue on US 80; GA 26

0.6 mi · 1 min · 1st Street

Continue on US 80; GA 26

7.6 mi · 11 min · State Route 26

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 80; GA 26

2.5 mi · 3 min · Islands Expressway

Keep slight left at fork onto US 80; GA 26

4.7 mi · 7 min · US 80; GA 26

Turn right onto Bee Road

0.3 mi · 42 sec · Bee Road

Turn left onto East 37th Street

2.2 mi · 3 min · East 37th Street

Turn slight right onto GA 204

458 ft · 9 sec · GA 204

Take the ramp onto GA 204

0.6 mi · 1 min · GA 204

Merge onto I 16; US 17

137 mi · 2 hr 27 min · Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 48 sec

Toward GA 358: Allentown, Danville

Keep slight left at fork

97 ft · 5 sec

Toward GA 358: Allentown, Danville

Turn left onto GA 358

3.9 mi · 5 min · GA 358

At end of road, turn left onto GA 96

14 mi · 19 min · GA 96

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto Old Hawkinsville Road

1.6 mi · 2 min · Old Hawkinsville Road

At end of road, turn right onto US 129; GA 247

3.3 mi · 5 min · Hawkinsville Road

Use the right lane.

Turn left onto GA 247 Connector

1.6 mi · 3 min · Watson Boulevard

Use the left lane.

Turn left onto Draper Street

0.2 mi · 54 sec · Draper Street

Turn left onto Kingsbury Circle

373 ft · 20 sec · Kingsbury Circle

Turn left onto Trinity Drive

69 ft · 2 sec · Trinity Drive

Arrive at destination

Trinity Drive

Trip Plan

To make the most of your 3 hour and 38 minute trip, try to time your departure to avoid peak local traffic hours. You only need to plan for one major stop to keep your energy levels up during the 181-mile trek. Because the Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway accounts for the bulk of your drive, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you hit the main highway segments to avoid unnecessary detours. Keep in mind that the final stretch involves secondary roads like GA 96, so stay alert as you exit the highway system. Flexibility is your biggest advantage here, as the relatively short duration allows you to easily adjust your schedule based on the day's traffic conditions.

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 90.5 miles from Tybee Island, GA, or about 1h 49m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 136.6 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 80 miles or 1h 37m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 90.5 miles or 1h 49m 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 51m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Warner Robins, GA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Tybee Island, 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 Tybee Island, GA

This is one driving day of about 181 miles and 3h 38m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Tybee Island, 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 136.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 90.5 mi from Tybee Island, GA · 1h 49m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Alamo, GA

91 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

Alamo, GA

Fuel and coffee

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

Alamo, GA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 90.5 miles from Tybee Island, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 136.6 miles.

Arriving in Warner Robins, GA

The final approach into Warner Robins, 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 Warner Robins, 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

$28.97 one way

$57.93 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 63 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.43	$31.56	$63.12
premium	$4.78	$34.05	$68.10
diesel	$5.64	$40.21	$80.42

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$29

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$54–$79

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 63.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	54.3	$19.01	$8.69
Efficient EV	45.3	$15.84	$7.24
EV Truck/SUV	72.4	$25.34	$11.58

Gas CO2

63 kg

EV CO2

21 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

Tybee Island, GA

Evening in Tybee Island on Sunday

Local time

6:55 PM

EDT

Current temp

66°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Warner Robins, GA

Evening in Warner Robins on Sunday

Local time

6:55 PM

EDT

Current temp

62°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

62°F

Alamo, GA

91 mi in

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

3h 38m 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 Tybee Island, GA to Warner Robins, GA covers 181 miles and takes about 3h 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway, GA 96, State Route 26. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 90.5 miles from Tybee Island, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $28.97 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

On the drive from Tybee Island, GA to Warner Robins, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Danville along the way.

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Trip from Tybee Island, GA to Warner Robins, GA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Warner Robins, GA

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Tybee Island, GA

Warner Robins, GA

Same local time

4 degrees cooler at arrival

3h 38m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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