Origin
Waycross, GA
Night in Waycross on Sunday
Local time
10:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
92°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Waycross, GA to Savannah, GA
Drive Time
2h 31m
Distance
122.7 mi
197 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 21m
★
6 AM
2h 31m
8 AM
2h 52m
10 AM
2h 38m
12 PM
2h 36m
3 PM
2h 39m
5 PM
2h 51m
8 PM
2h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Waycross, GA
Timon Reinhard
Savannah, GA
Dominik Gryzbon
Trip Overview
Driving from Waycross to Savannah is a straightforward 122.7-mile journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 31 minutes. Because it is a relatively quick trip, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend roughly $20 on fuel for the trek, which takes you from the inland areas of Southeast Georgia toward the coast. You will primarily utilize a combination of US 82, the Brunswick Highway, and I-95 to reach your destination. It is a practical, no-nonsense route that connects two distinct parts of the state, making it ideal for travelers who value efficiency over complex navigation.
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
61.3 miles from Waycross, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 22m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 78% of your travel occurring on major thoroughfares. You will find yourself cruising for a longest uninterrupted stretch of 55.4 miles while navigating I-95, which keeps the pace steady throughout the middle of the drive. While the transition from local roads like US 82 to the interstate offers a change in speed, the overall personality of the route remains consistent and functional. Do not expect technical winding roads here; instead, anticipate a direct, high-speed experience that gets you to the coast with minimal fuss.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 95 is the longest continuous segment at about 55.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Brunswick Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 112.7 miles in.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 122.7 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 112.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 120.9 miles (I 16 / Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 121.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
112.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 17m in
Take the exit toward I 16 East: Savannah
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 99A
Toward I 16 East: Savannah
6
120.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 27m in
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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
121.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 28m 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
6
121.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 28m in
|
Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Turn left onto Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
7
122.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 31m in
Turn uturn
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 55.4 mi | 59m |
| Brunswick Highway | 23.5 mi | 31m |
| US 82 | 16.1 mi | 20m |
| GA 99 | 15.8 mi | 21m |
| Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway | 8.3 mi | 10m |
| Memorial Drive | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| West Bay Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 55.4 mi, about 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waycross, GA and Savannah, GA.
1
Start on Church Street
461 ft
·
22 sec
·
Church Street
2
Turn left onto Carswell Avenue
210 ft
·
6 sec
·
Carswell Avenue
3
Continue on US 1 Business
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Memorial Drive
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
4
Turn straight
459 ft
·
20 sec
5
Merge onto US 82; GA 520
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Reynolds Street
6
Continue on US 82; GA 520
23 mi
·
31 min
·
Brunswick Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Continue on US 82; GA 520
4.8 mi
·
5 min
·
US 82; GA 520
Use the none lane.
8
Continue on US 82; GA 520
8.4 mi
·
11 min
·
US 82; GA 520
Use the none lane.
9
Continue on US 82; GA 520
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
US 82; GA 520
Use the none lane.
10
Turn left onto GA 99
13 mi
·
18 min
·
GA 99
Use the left lane.
11
Enter roundabout onto GA 99
120 ft
·
1 sec
·
GA 99
12
Continue on GA 99
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
GA 99
Use the none lane.
13
Enter roundabout onto GA 99
152 ft
·
4 sec
·
GA 99
14
Continue on GA 99
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
GA 99
15
Enter roundabout
181 ft
·
3 sec
Toward I 95 North: Savannah
16
Continue
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
Toward I 95 North: Savannah
17
Merge onto I 95
55 mi
·
59 min
·
I 95
18
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
I 95
19
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 99A
Toward I 16 East: Savannah
Use the slight right lane.
20
Merge onto I 16
7.7 mi
·
9 min
·
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
21
Keep slight left at fork onto I 16
0.6 mi
·
53 sec
·
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 167A
Toward Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Turn left onto Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
24
Turn left onto GA 25 Connector
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
West Bay Street
25
Turn uturn
117 ft
·
11 sec
26
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure schedule to avoid peak traffic near Savannah. Plan for at least one stop during the 122.7-mile trip to stretch your legs and ensure you stay alert behind the wheel. Given that I-95 makes up a significant portion of your travel time, keep an eye on traffic reports before you leave Waycross to adjust for any potential congestion. Because the fuel cost is estimated at $20, it is wise to fill up your tank before departing to avoid fluctuating prices along the interstate corridor. Utilizing that single planned stop effectively will make the two-and-a-half-hour duration feel much shorter.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 61.3 miles from Waycross, GA, or about 1h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.4 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 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61.3 miles or 1h 22m 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 4m
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 Waycross, 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 Waycross, GA
This is one driving day of about 122.7 miles and 2h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Waycross, 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 I 95 for about 55.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 61.3 mi from Waycross, GA · 1h 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
61 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
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.64 one way
$39.27 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
43 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $21.40 | $42.79 |
| premium | $4.78 | $23.08 | $46.16 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $27.26 | $54.52 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 36.8 | 0 | $12.88 | $5.89 |
| Efficient EV | 30.7 | 0 | $10.74 | $4.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 49.1 | 0 | $17.18 | $7.85 |
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Night in Savannah on Sunday
Local time
10:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
90°F
Alma, GA
61 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
27 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
2h 31m 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 Waycross, GA to Savannah, GA covers 122.7 miles and takes about 2h 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, Brunswick Highway, US 82. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 61.3 miles from Waycross, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.64 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 122.7 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 112.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 120.9 miles (I 16 / Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 121.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Waycross, GA to Savannah, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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