How far is Blakely, GA from Savannah, GA?
Fastest route
The directions are from Blakely, Georgia 39823 to Savannah, Georgia. The estimated travel time is 4 hours and 41 minutes, covering a distance of 280 miles via I-16 E.
Directions
- Start by getting on GA-3 N/US-19 N/Liberty Expy in Dougherty County from GA-62 E.
- Head south on Court Sq toward Victoria Ave, then turn right onto GA-62 E/Magnolia St.
- Continue to follow GA-62 E, make a slight left onto Highland Ave, and then turn right onto GA-62 E/Pioneer Rd.
- Continue on GA-62 E, make a slight left onto GA-62 E/Albany Hwy, and then turn left onto GA-62 E/GA-91 N/Newton Rd.
- Turn right onto W Oakridge Dr and continue onto GA-234 E/Moultrie Rd.
- Use the right lane to take the ramp onto GA-3 N/US-19 N/Liberty Expy.
- Take GA-300 S to GA-257 N in Crisp County. Take exit 102 from I-75 N.
- Merge onto GA-3 N/US-19 N/Liberty Expy, take the exit toward Atlanta/Cordele, and then turn left onto GA-300 S/Cordele Rd.
- Continue on GA-300 S and take a left to merge onto I-75 N.
- Take exit 102 for GA-257 toward Cordele/Hawkinsville and then turn right onto US-341 S/Broad St/Golden Isles Pkwy.
- Continue on US-341 S/Golden Isles Pkwy.
- Get on I-16 E in Laurens County by turning left onto GA Hwy 129 N and continuing onto GA-26 E/E Dykes St.
- Turn right onto the ramp to Savannah and follow I-16 E to W Bay St in Savannah.
- Take exit 155 toward Pooler Pkwy and keep left at the fork to follow signs for Savannah\Hilton Head Int'l Airport/Pooler.
- Turn left onto Pooler Pkwy and then right onto Pine Barren Rd.
- Turn right onto US-80 E/Louisville Rd and continue to follow US-80 E.
- Drive straight onto W Bay St and continue straight to stay on W Bay St.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Make sure to have your vehicle fueled up before starting the journey.
- 🗺️ Use a reliable navigation system or GPS to follow the route accurately.
- ⚠️ Stay alert for any road closures or detours along the way.
- 🕒 Consider checking for real-time traffic updates to plan your departure time accordingly.
- 🛣️ Keep a sufficient distance between your vehicle and others on the road for safety.
- 💡 Pack some snacks and drinks for the trip to stay refreshed.
- 📞 Have emergency contact numbers handy in case of any unforeseen circumstances.
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Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 59m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
County seat in Bleckley County, Georgia, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Blakely and Savannah.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blakely and Savannah.
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Start on the route
955 ft · 37 sec
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Exit the roundabout onto Magnolia Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · Magnolia Street
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Continue on Arlington Highway
11.2 mi · 17 min · Arlington Highway
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Continue on Blakely Road Southwest
1.3 mi · 2 min · Blakely Road Southwest
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Highland Avenue South
1.1 km · 1 min · Highland Avenue South
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Turn right onto Pioneer Road
12.9 mi · 19 min · Pioneer Road
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Turn right onto Depot Street
74 m · 4 sec · Depot Street
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Continue on Newton Road
577 ft · 10 sec · Newton Road
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Keep slight left to continue on Albany Highway
1.2 km · 1 min · Albany Highway
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Continue on Leary Road
17.3 mi · 25 min · Leary Road
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Turn left onto Newton Road
3.8 mi · 6 min · Newton Road
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Turn right onto West Oakridge Drive
3 mi · 5 min · West Oakridge Drive
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Continue on Moultrie Road
1.3 km · 1 min · Moultrie Road
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Take the exit slight right toward US 19 North, GA 133 North, GA 300 North: Albany, Atlanta
1192 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left onto Liberty Expressway
1.6 mi · 2 min · Liberty Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 82 East, GA 520: Sylvester, Tifton
1377 ft · 34 sec
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Turn straight onto East Oglethorpe Boulevard
1.5 km · 2 min · East Oglethorpe Boulevard
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Continue on Sylvester Highway
1210 ft · 29 sec · Sylvester Highway
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Turn left onto Cordele Road
13.8 mi · 17 min · Cordele Road
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Continue straight
21.9 mi · 27 min
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Turn left onto I-75 North: Macon
1745 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left
2 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward GA 257: Cordele, Hawkinsville
2192 ft · 50 sec
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Turn right
24.9 mi · 34 min
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Turn straight onto Vienna Highway
3 mi · 4 min · Vienna Highway
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Continue on McCormick Avenue
1.3 km · 2 min · McCormick Avenue
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Merge slight left onto Broad Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · Broad Street
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Continue straight
39 m · 9 sec
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Turn left
1.3 mi · 2 min
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Turn right
8.7 mi · 12 min
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Turn right onto Golden Isles Highway
139 m · 7 sec · Golden Isles Highway
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Continue on Eastman Cochran Highway
2018 ft · 33 sec · Eastman Cochran Highway
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Turn left onto Empire-Chester Highway
8.8 mi · 12 min · Empire-Chester Highway
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Turn slight left onto Carolina Avenue South
1.6 km · 2 min · Carolina Avenue South
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Continue on Carolina Street
906 ft · 22 sec · Carolina Street
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Continue on Chester-Dublin Highway
1046 ft · 22 sec · Chester-Dublin Highway
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Continue on Chester - Dublin Highway
12.9 mi · 18 min · Chester - Dublin Highway
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
33 m · 4 sec
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Exit the roundabout
1724 ft · 39 sec
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Take the ramp right toward Savannah
1872 ft · 46 sec
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Merge slight left onto Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
116.2 mi · 2 hr 6 min · Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
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Keep slight left to continue on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
3222 ft · 53 sec · Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
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Keep slight right to continue on Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
680 ft · 24 sec
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Turn left onto Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
1.3 km · 2 min · Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
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Turn left onto West Bay Street
1124 ft · 22 sec · West Bay Street
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Turn uturn
36 m · 12 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Blakely and Savannah.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
Merge slight left onto Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
116 mi · 02h 06m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Sunny leaving Blakely and Sunny near Savannah.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Blakely to Savannah?
The road trip is about 293.3 miles (472.1 km) and usually takes 04h 59m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Cochran is a useful midpoint, sitting about 138.6 miles from Blakely and 154.8 miles from Savannah.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 230.5 miles (371 km), while the road route adds roughly 62.8 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:02 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $41.00 one way or $81.99 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 92 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Blakely and Sunny near Savannah.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Blakely and Savannah. Straight-line distance: 230.53 mi (371 km).
#1 Blakely
County seat in Early County, Georgia, USA
| Population | 4,491 |
| Coordinates | 31.3776800, -84.9340900 |
| Altitude | 80 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Savannah
The second most populous city in Georgia.
| Population | 143,632 |
| Coordinates | 32.0835400, -81.0998300 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-81.099864, 32.083447)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 472 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 39m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $41.00 | $81.99 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $45.84 | $91.68 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $49.45 | $98.90 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $58.21 | $116.42 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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