How far is Pooler, GA from Columbus, GA?
The driving distance from Pooler, GA to Columbus, GA is about 244 miles (392.6 km), with a travel time of about 04h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 219.8 miles (353.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 01m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 04h 00m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Laurens County, Georgia, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pooler and Columbus.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pooler and Columbus.
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Start on US Highway 80 East
160 m · 20 sec · US Highway 80 East
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Turn left onto Rogers Street
119 m · 18 sec · Rogers Street
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Turn left onto US Highway 80 East
3245 ft · 1 min · US Highway 80 East
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Take the ramp right toward I 95 South: Brunswick
2249 ft · 55 sec
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Merge slight left
1.8 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 16 West: Macon, Savannah
1325 ft · 17 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 16 West: Macon, Savannah
2524 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left onto Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
128.5 mi · 2 hr 18 min · Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward GA 358: Allentown, Danville
1979 ft · 49 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on GA 358: Allentown, Danville
30 m · 4 sec
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Turn left
3.9 mi · 5 min
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At the end of the road, turn left
31.6 mi · 45 min
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Turn right
1951 ft · 52 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Oakland Heights Parkway
37 m · 4 sec · Oakland Heights Parkway
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Turn left onto Vineville Street
2974 ft · 1 min · Vineville Street
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Continue on Orange Street
2.7 mi · 4 min · Orange Street
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At the end of the road, turn left
39.2 mi · 47 min
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Continue straight
1.3 km · 1 min
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Continue straight
17.4 mi · 20 min
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Continue on Beaver Run Road
771 ft · 17 sec · Beaver Run Road
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Turn left
9.7 mi · 15 min
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Turn sharp left onto 10th Avenue
123 m · 12 sec · 10th Avenue
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Turn right onto 10th Street
2431 ft · 54 sec · 10th Street
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Turn left onto Veterans Parkway
1406 ft · 43 sec · Veterans Parkway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Veterans Parkway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Pooler and Columbus.
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
129 mi · 02h 18m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Pooler and Mostly Sunny near Columbus.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pooler to Columbus?
The road trip is about 244 miles (392.6 km) and usually takes 04h 00m 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?
Dudley is a useful midpoint, sitting about 119.8 miles from Pooler and 124.1 miles from Columbus.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 219.8 miles (353.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.2 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 8:58 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $34.10 one way or $68.21 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 76.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Pooler and Mostly Sunny near Columbus.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pooler and Columbus. Straight-line distance: 219.78 mi (353.7 km).
#1 Pooler
City in Chatham County, Georgia, United States
| Population | 26,022 |
| Coordinates | 32.1154800, -81.2470600 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Columbus
The second most populous city in Georgia.
| Population | 196,442 |
| Coordinates | 32.4609800, -84.9877100 |
| Altitude | 82 |
| Country | United States |
End: Veterans Parkway (-84.987719, 32.460947)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 393 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 52m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 02m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.96 | $34.10 | $68.21 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $38.13 | $76.27 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $41.14 | $82.28 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $48.42 | $96.85 |
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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