Drive Time
3h 8m
Distance
184 mi
Route Type
Turn-heavy local drive
Same-day tripSame Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
The drive from Washington, GA to Savannah, GA covers 184 miles and takes about 3h 8m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I-20 East, Carl Sanders Highway, I 520 East for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $28.69 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.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
92 miles from Washington, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 34m into the drive .
Expect a 3h 8m drive with frequent turns across 184 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I-20 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Carl Sanders Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 520 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Bobby Jones Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 25 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Peach Orchard Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Nellie Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Liberty Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Washington, GA and Savannah, GA.
Start on East Robert Toombs Avenue
Turn right
Take the ramp left toward I-20 East: Augusta
Merge slight left onto Carl Sanders Highway
Take the exit slight right toward I 520 East, GA 232
Keep slight right to continue on I 520 East
Continue on Bobby Jones Expressway
Take the exit slight right toward US 25, GA 121
Turn right onto Peach Orchard Road
Continue on Nellie Drive
Continue on Peach Orchard Road
Turn right onto Liberty Street
Continue straight
Take the ramp straight
Merge slight left onto Burton's Ferry Highway
Turn left
At the end of the road, turn left onto Perimeter Road
Continue on Savannah Highway
Continue on Augusta Highway
Continue on North Columbia Avenue
Turn left onto Bourne Avenue
Turn right onto Main Street
At the end of the road, turn left onto Main Street
Continue on West Bay Street
Turn left
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 80 miles or 1h 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 92 miles or 1h 34m 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 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Savannah, GA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Washington, 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 Washington, GA
This is one driving day of about 184 miles and 3h 8m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 92 mi from Washington, GA · 1h 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
92 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 92 miles from Washington, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$28.69 one way
$57.39 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $32.08 | $64.17 |
| premium | $4.78 | $34.61 | $69.22 |
| diesel | $5.62 | $40.74 | $81.48 |
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals (1 day)
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 64.4 kg one way.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Washington on Saturday
Local time
5:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Savannah on Saturday
Local time
5:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Forecast unavailable right now
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
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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