How far is Savannah, GA from Montgomery, GA?
The driving distance from Savannah, GA to Montgomery, GA is about 11.7 miles (18.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 21m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 9.9 miles (16 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 43m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EST.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 21m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Chatham County, Georgia, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Savannah and Montgomery.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Savannah and Montgomery.
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Start on the route
44 m · 13 sec
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Turn right onto North Fahm Street
22 m · 11 sec · North Fahm Street
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Turn left onto West Bay Street
2333 ft · 52 sec · West Bay Street
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Turn right onto Whitaker Street
1.7 mi · 3 min · Whitaker Street
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Turn left onto West 37th Street
1152 ft · 34 sec · West 37th Street
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Turn right onto Abercorn Street
2 mi · 4 min · Abercorn Street
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Turn left onto East Derenne Avenue
1.4 km · 1 min · East Derenne Avenue
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Turn right onto Waters Avenue
1010 ft · 17 sec · Waters Avenue
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Continue on Waters Drive
1285 ft · 22 sec · Waters Drive
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Continue on Waters Avenue
2.3 mi · 4 min · Waters Avenue
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Continue on Whitefield Avenue
1.5 mi · 2 min · Whitefield Avenue
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Continue on Whitefield Avenue
2.1 mi · 5 min · Whitefield Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Whitefield Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Savannah and Montgomery.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Waters Avenue
Continue on Waters Avenue
2.32 mi · 00h 04m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Savannah and Mostly Clear near Montgomery.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Savannah to Montgomery?
The road trip is about 11.7 miles (18.9 km) and usually takes 00h 21m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Thunderbolt is a useful midpoint, sitting about 5.9 miles from Savannah and 5.8 miles from Montgomery.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 9.9 miles (16 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.8 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:46 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.43 one way or $2.86 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Savannah and Mostly Clear near Montgomery.
Stop Ideas Near Thunderbolt
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Savannah City Hall
Savannah City Bureau of Sanitation
City of Savannah - Utility Services
Richmond Hill City Center
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Thunderbolt.
Savannah
Yemassee
Jesup
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Savannah and Montgomery. Straight-line distance: 9.97 mi (16.04 km).
#1 Savannah
The second most populous city in Georgia.
| Population | 143,632 |
| Coordinates | 32.0835400, -81.0998300 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Montgomery
Montgomery is a place in Georgia, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 31.9404900, -81.1220500 |
| Altitude | 4 |
| Country | United States |
End: Montgomery (-81.12205, 31.94049)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 19 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 08m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.48 | $1.43 | $2.86 |
| Mid-grade | $3.98 | $1.63 | $3.26 |
| Premium | $4.42 | $1.81 | $3.62 |
| Diesel | $5.61 | $2.30 | $4.60 |
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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