Origin
Warner Robins, GA
Evening in Warner Robins on Sunday
Local time
6:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Warner Robins, GA to Savannah, GA
Drive Time
3h 9m
Distance
163.6 mi
263 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 58m
★
6 AM
3h 10m
8 AM
3h 33m
10 AM
3h 18m
12 PM
3h 16m
3 PM
3h 19m
5 PM
3h 32m
8 PM
3h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Savannah, GA
Dominik Gryzbon
Trip Overview
Traveling from Warner Robins to Savannah covers 163.6 miles of Georgia landscape, typically requiring about 3 hours and 9 minutes of driving time. Because this is a straightforward, highway-focused route, it is easily manageable as a single-day trip. You should budget approximately $26 for fuel to complete the journey. Both cities are located within the Southeast region, ensuring a consistent climate and environment as you transition across the state. This drive is ideal if you want to reach the coast efficiently without the need for an overnight stop.
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
81.8 miles from Warner Robins, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 39m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highly efficient transit, as 95% of your time will be spent on highways. The journey relies heavily on the Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 137.6 miles. You will also navigate segments of GA 96 and GA 358 to round out the trip. Rather than winding backroads, this route prioritizes speed and directness, making it a functional, no-nonsense drive. You can settle into a steady rhythm on the parkway, which serves as the backbone of your travel experience.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 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 137.6 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 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.9 miles in near US 129; GA 247 / Hawkinsville Road.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 163.6 miles you will encounter 13 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 1.9 miles (US 129; GA 247 / Hawkinsville Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 24.9 miles (I 16 / Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 161.8 miles (I 16 / Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
1.9 mi into trip
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~4m in
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US 129; GA 247 / Hawkinsville Road
Turn right onto US 129; GA 247 / Hawkinsville Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
24.9 mi into trip
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~37m in
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I 16 / Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
Merge onto I 16 / Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway toward Savannah
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Toward Savannah
6
161.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 5m in
|
I 16 / Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 16 / Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
162.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 6m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 167A
Toward Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
7
163.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 9m in
Turn uturn
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway | 137.6 mi | 2h 28m |
| GA 96 | 13.9 mi | 19m |
| GA 358 | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| Hawkinsville Road | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| Old Hawkinsville Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Watson Boulevard | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| West Bay Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
— 137.6 mi, about 2h 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Warner Robins, GA and Savannah, GA.
1
Start on Trinity Drive
69 ft
·
4 sec
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Trinity Drive
2
Turn right onto Kingsbury Circle
373 ft
·
19 sec
·
Kingsbury Circle
3
Turn right onto Draper Street
0.2 mi
·
49 sec
·
Draper Street
4
At end of road, turn right onto GA 247 Connector
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Watson Boulevard
5
Turn right onto US 129; GA 247
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Hawkinsville Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Turn left onto Old Hawkinsville Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Old Hawkinsville Road
Use the left lane.
7
Turn left onto GA 96
14 mi
·
19 min
·
GA 96
Use the left lane.
8
Turn right onto GA 358
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
GA 358
Use the right lane.
9
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
10
Merge onto I 16
137 mi
·
2 hr 27 min
·
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
Toward Savannah
Use the none lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 16
0.6 mi
·
53 sec
·
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 167A
Toward Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn left onto Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
14
Turn left onto GA 25 Connector
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
West Bay Street
15
Turn uturn
117 ft
·
11 sec
16
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since the total duration is just over three hours, you have significant flexibility with your departure time. Plan for at least one stop along the way to break up the 163.6-mile trek and keep your focus sharp. Because the vast majority of your travel occurs on the Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway, check for any traffic updates specific to that stretch before you head out. Keeping a consistent speed on these highway segments will help you stay within your $26 fuel budget. If you prefer a relaxed pace, consider leaving in the morning so you arrive in Savannah with plenty of daylight hours remaining.
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 81.8 miles from Warner Robins, GA, or about 1h 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 137.6 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 81.8 miles or 1h 39m 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 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Savannah, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Warner Robins, 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 Warner Robins, GA
This is one driving day of about 163.6 miles and 3h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Warner Robins, 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 137.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 81.8 mi from Warner Robins, GA · 1h 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
82 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 81.8 miles from Warner Robins, 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 137.6 miles.
Arriving in Savannah, GA
The final approach into Savannah, 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 Savannah, 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
$26.18 one way
$52.36 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
57 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $28.53 | $57.05 |
| premium | $4.78 | $30.77 | $61.55 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $36.35 | $72.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 57.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 49.1 | 0 | $17.18 | $7.85 |
| Efficient EV | 40.9 | 0 | $14.31 | $6.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 65.4 | 0 | $22.90 | $10.47 |
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 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.
Destination
Savannah, GA
Evening in Savannah on Sunday
Local time
6:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°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
3 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
3h 9m 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 Warner Robins, GA to Savannah, GA covers 163.6 miles and takes about 3h 9m 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, GA 358. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 81.8 miles from Warner Robins, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.18 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 163.6 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.9 miles (US 129; GA 247 / Hawkinsville Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 24.9 miles (I 16 / Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 161.8 miles (I 16 / Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Warner Robins, GA to Savannah, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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