Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 57m
Distance
92.4 mi
149 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Swainsboro, GA
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The drive from Warner Robins, GA to Swainsboro, GA covers 92.4 miles and takes about 1h 57m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway, GA 96, US 221 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 49 miles on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.45 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
46.2 miles from Warner Robins, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 57m. Total distance: 92.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Straightforward navigation.
This is a 1h 57m highway drive covering 92.4 miles, with most of the trip on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway and GA 96. The longest continuous stretch is about 49 miles on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
311 ft
Total Descent
413 ft
Highest Point
475 ft
~19.8 mi in
Elevation Range
295 ft
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway and GA 96. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Draper Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 57m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Draper Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (GA 247 Connector / Watson Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 1.9 miles (US 129; GA 247 / Hawkinsville Road): Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto Draper Street
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn right onto GA 247 Connector / Watson Boulevard
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto US 129; GA 247 / Hawkinsville Road
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto Old Hawkinsville Road
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward US 221, GA 56: Soperton, Swainsboro
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Warner Robins, GA to Swainsboro, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Savannah along the way.
Savannah
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway | 49 mi | 52m |
| GA 96 | 13.9 mi | 19m |
| US 221 | 8.7 mi | 11m |
| West Street | 7.4 mi | 11m |
| GA 358 | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| Hawkinsville Road | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| West Main Street | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Old Hawkinsville Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Warner Robins, GA and Swainsboro, GA.
Start on Trinity Drive
Turn right onto Kingsbury Circle
Turn right onto Draper Street
At end of road, turn right onto GA 247 Connector
Turn right onto US 129; GA 247
Turn left onto Old Hawkinsville Road
Turn left onto GA 96
Turn right onto GA 358
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 16
Take the exit
Turn left onto US 221; GA 56
Continue on US 221; 171
Turn right onto US 80; GA 26
Continue on US 80; GA 26
Turn right
Turn right
Arrive at destination
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
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 20 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.2 miles or 1h in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Swainsboro, GA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Warner Robins, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Warner Robins, GA
This is one driving day of about 92.4 miles and 1h 57m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 46.2 mi from Warner Robins, GA · 1h into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
46 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 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 46.2 miles from Warner Robins, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Swainsboro, GA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$14.45 one way
$28.90 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $15.80 | $31.60 |
| premium | $4.70 | $17.10 | $34.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.40 | $40.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.7 | 0 | $9.70 | $4.44 |
| Efficient EV | 23.1 | 0 | $8.09 | $3.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37 | 0 | $12.94 | $5.91 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Warner Robins on Thursday
Local time
4:12 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Partly Cloudy
Destination
Afternoon in Swainsboro on Thursday
Local time
4:12 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°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
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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