Origin
Young Harris, GA
Afternoon in Young Harris on Friday
Local time
2:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Young Harris, GA to Savannah, GA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 40m
Distance
315.3 mi
507 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$49
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 29m
★
6 AM
6h 41m
8 AM
7h 5m
10 AM
6h 49m
12 PM
6h 47m
3 PM
6h 50m
5 PM
7h 4m
8 PM
6h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Young Harris, GA
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Savannah, GA
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Trip Overview
This 315.3-mile journey from Young Harris, GA to Savannah, GA is best tackled as a single, albeit long, day trip, taking approximately 6 hours and 40 minutes. You'll navigate primarily via Savannah Highway and US 441, with GA 24 also playing a role. Given that 32% of the drive is on highways, expect a mix of speeds. With an estimated fuel cost of $49, this drive is an economical option for experiencing the transition across Georgia's Southeast region. While a single stop is recommended, the relatively short duration makes it manageable without an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
157.6 miles from Young Harris, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 23m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 40m. Total distance: 315.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 40m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
This route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' indicating frequent changes in direction rather than a straightforward interstate cruise. With only 32% highway share, you'll spend a significant portion of your time on local roads, making it feel more engaging. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 38.3 miles along Savannah Highway. This suggests a drive that requires your attention and offers varied scenery as you move from the mountains of North Georgia towards the coast.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 54 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Savannah Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 38.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 96.9 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 26 significant decision points across 315.3 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 96.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 98.2 miles (US 129; US 441; 10 Loop; 15 / Inner Loop 10): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 100.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 26 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
9
96.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 8m in
Take the exit toward US 129, US 441, GA 10 Loop, GA 15
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward US 129, US 441, GA 10 Loop, GA 15
8
98.2 mi into trip
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~2h 10m in
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US 129; US 441; 10 Loop; 15 / Inner Loop 10
Take the exit onto US 129; US 441; 10 Loop; 15 / Inner Loop 10 toward US 129 South, US 441 South, GA 10 Loop Inner: Watkinsville, Lexington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 10C
Toward US 129 South, US 441 South, GA 10 Loop I...
8
100.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 14m in
Take the exit toward US 78, GA 10: Oconee Street, Lexington Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 8
Toward US 78, GA 10: Oconee Street, Lexington R...
7
165 mi into trip
|
~3h 33m in
Take the ramp toward I-20 East: Augusta
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I-20 East: Augusta
7
188.9 mi into trip
|
~3h 59m in
Take the exit toward I 520 East, GA 232
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 520 East, GA 232
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Young Harris, GA to Savannah, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Lexington along the way.
Lexington
98.2 mi in
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~2h 10m
|
via US 129; US 441; 10 Loop; 15
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Savannah Highway | 38.3 mi | 44m |
| US 441 | 32.7 mi | 41m |
| GA 24 | 28.8 mi | 41m |
| Gainesville Highway | 27.4 mi | 33m |
| Carl Sanders Highway | 23.6 mi | 25m |
| Lexington Road | 23.3 mi | 29m |
| US 78 | 21.9 mi | 27m |
| Peach Orchard Road | 21.4 mi | 25m |
Longest stretch:
Savannah Highway
— 38.3 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Young Harris, GA and Savannah, GA.
1
Start on College Street
45 ft
·
3 sec
·
College Street
2
Turn right onto Duckworth Drive
0.1 mi
·
36 sec
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Duckworth Drive
3
Turn left onto US 76; GA 2; GA 515
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
Main Street
4
Continue on US 76; GA 2; GA 515
7.0 mi
·
10 min
·
Young Harris Highway
5
Turn left onto US 19; US 129; GA 11
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Glenn Gooch Bypass
6
Turn left onto US 19; US 129; GA 11
27 mi
·
33 min
·
Gainesville Highway
7
Continue on US 129; GA 11; GA 75 ALT
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
US 129; GA 11; GA 75 ALT
8
Continue on US 129; GA 11; GA 75 Alternate
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North Main Street
9
Turn slight left onto GA 115
9.0 mi
·
13 min
·
East Kytle Street
10
Enter roundabout onto GA 105
44 ft
·
0 sec
·
GA 105
11
Continue on GA 105
5.3 mi
·
8 min
·
GA 105
12
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
13
Merge onto US 23; US 441; GA 15; GA 365
0.7 mi
·
49 sec
·
US 23; US 441; GA 15; GA 365
14
Keep slight left at fork onto US 441; GA 15
21 mi
·
26 min
·
US 441; GA 15
Use the straight lane.
15
Merge onto US 441; GA 15
11 mi
·
14 min
·
US 441; GA 15
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Continue on US 441; GA 15
9.5 mi
·
11 min
·
Commerce Road
Use the straight lane.
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward US 129, US 441, GA 10 Loop, GA 15
Use the left lane.
18
Continue on US 129; US 441; GA 10 Loop; GA 15
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
·
GA Inner Loop 10
19
Continue on US 129; US 441; GA 10 Loop; GA 15
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Inner Loop 10
20
Take the exit onto US 129; US 441; 10 Loop; 15
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Inner Loop 10
Exit 10C
Toward US 129 South, US 441 South, GA 10 Loop Inner: Watkinsville, Lexington
Use the slight right lane.
21
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
Exit 8
Toward US 78, GA 10: Oconee Street, Lexington Road
Use the right lane.
22
Turn right onto US 78 Business; GA 10
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Oconee Street
Use the right lane.
23
Continue on US 78 Business; GA 10
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Lexington Road
Use the straight lane.
24
Continue on US 78; GA 10
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Lexington Highway
25
Continue on US 78; GA 10
5.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Lexington Road
Use the left lane.
26
Continue on US 78; GA 10
8.4 mi
·
9 min
·
Athens Road
27
Continue on US 78; GA 10; GA 22
0.9 mi
·
58 sec
·
Main Street
28
Continue on US 78; GA 10; GA 22
9.3 mi
·
10 min
·
Washington Road
29
Continue on US 78; GA 10
16 mi
·
18 min
·
Lexington Road
30
Turn right onto US 78; GA 10; GA 17
22 mi
·
27 min
·
US 78; GA 10; GA 17
Use the straight lane.
31
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I-20 East: Augusta
Use the left lane.
32
Merge onto I 20
24 mi
·
25 min
·
Carl Sanders Highway
Use the straight lane.
33
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 520 East, GA 232
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
34
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 520 East
35
Continue on I 520
6.7 mi
·
7 min
·
Bobby Jones Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
36
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 25, GA 121
37
Turn right onto US 25; GA 121; I 3 FUT
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Peach Orchard Road
38
Continue on US 25; GA 121; I 3 FUT
0.3 mi
·
21 sec
·
Nellie Drive
39
Continue on US 25; GA 121; I 3 FUT
17 mi
·
20 min
·
Peach Orchard Road
40
Turn right onto US 25; GA 121
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Liberty Street
41
Continue on GA 24
28 mi
·
40 min
·
GA 24
42
Take the ramp onto GA 24
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
GA 24
43
Merge onto US 301; GA 24; GA 73
4.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Burton's Ferry Highway
44
Turn left onto US 301 Business; GA 73
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
US 301 Business; GA 73
45
At end of road, turn left onto GA 21; I 3 FUT
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
Perimeter Road
46
Continue on GA 21; I 3 FUT
38 mi
·
44 min
·
Savannah Highway
Use the straight lane.
47
Continue on GA 21; I 3 FUT
0.1 mi
·
7 sec
·
Augusta Highway
48
Continue on GA 21; I 3 FUT
13 mi
·
16 min
·
North Columbia Avenue
Use the straight lane.
49
Turn left onto GA 307; Alternate GA 21
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Bourne Avenue
Use the left lane.
50
Turn right onto GA 25
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
51
At end of road, turn left onto US 80; GA 26
465 ft
·
7 sec
·
Main Street
52
Continue on US 80; GA 26
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
West Bay Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
53
Turn left
117 ft
·
11 sec
54
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 6-hour, 40-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Young Harris to maximize daylight and minimize traffic. While the route is doable in one day, remember that the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile means you'll want to be mindful of your pace and plan for your single recommended stop. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially as you approach Savannah, with the estimated cost being around $49. A specific tip for this route: pay close attention to signage for US 441 and Savannah Highway, as these are your primary arteries and key transitions.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 157.6 miles from Young Harris, GA, or about 3h 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 38.3 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 69 miles or 1h 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 157.6 miles or 3h 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Savannah, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Young Harris, 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 Young Harris, GA
This is one driving day of about 315.3 miles and 6h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 69 miles from Young Harris, 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 Savannah Highway for about 38.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 157.6 mi from Young Harris, GA · 3h 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
158 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 69 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 157.6 miles from Young Harris, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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
$49.31 one way
$98.61 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
110 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $53.91 | $107.82 |
| premium | $4.70 | $58.36 | $116.71 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $69.61 | $139.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$49
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$74–$99
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 110.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $33 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 94.6 | 1 | $33.11 | $15.13 |
| Efficient EV | 78.8 | 0 | $27.59 | $12.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 126.1 | 1 | $44.14 | $20.18 |
Gas CO2
110 kg
EV CO2
37 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Afternoon in Savannah on Friday
Local time
2:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
47°F
Smyrna, GA
158 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
13 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
6h 40m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Young Harris, GA to Savannah, GA covers 315.3 miles and takes about 6h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Savannah Highway, US 441, GA 24. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 157.6 miles from Young Harris, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $49.31 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 26 significant decision points across 315.3 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 96.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 98.2 miles (US 129; US 441; 10 Loop; 15 / Inner Loop 10): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 100.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Young Harris, GA to Savannah, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Lexington along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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