How far is Rydal, GA from Savannah, GA?
The driving distance from Rydal, GA to Savannah, GA is about 302.7 miles (487.1 km), with a travel time of about 04h 43m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 260.5 miles (419.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 27m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EST.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Twiggs County, Georgia, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rydal and Savannah.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rydal and Savannah.
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Start on the route
7.3 mi · 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 75 South: Atlanta
1454 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
48.2 mi · 56 min
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Continue on James Wendell George Parkway
2.3 mi · 3 min · James Wendell George Parkway
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Keep slight left
64.8 mi · 1 hr 12 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Macon, Savannah
12.3 mi · 13 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 16 East: Jim Gillis Highway, Savannah
1.1 mi · 1 min
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Continue straight
164.2 mi · 2 hr 57 min
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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 Rydal and Savannah.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 16 East
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164 mi · 02h 57m
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 Rydal and Sunny near Savannah.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rydal to Savannah?
The road trip is about 302.7 miles (487.1 km) and usually takes 04h 43m 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?
Jeffersonville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 151.1 miles from Rydal and 151.6 miles from Savannah.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 260.5 miles (419.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 42.2 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:32 AM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $37.19 one way or $74.38 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 94.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Rydal and Sunny near Savannah.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rydal and Savannah. Straight-line distance: 260.53 mi (419.29 km).
#1 Rydal
Rydal is a place in Georgia, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 34.3353700, -84.7154900 |
| Altitude | 263 |
| 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: 487 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 02m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 46m |
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 | $3.48 | $37.19 | $74.38 |
| Mid-grade | $3.98 | $42.49 | $84.97 |
| Premium | $4.42 | $47.15 | $94.30 |
| Diesel | $5.61 | $59.96 | $119.92 |
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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