How far is Savannah, GA from Tybee Island, GA?
The driving distance from Savannah, GA to Tybee Island, GA is about 18.1 miles (29.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 16 miles (25.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 58m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 29m.
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.
Census-designated place in Chatham County, Georgia
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Cloudy
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Savannah and Tybee Island.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Savannah and Tybee Island.
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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
1.1 mi · 2 min · West Bay Street
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Continue on General McIntosh Boulevard
1156 ft · 24 sec · General McIntosh Boulevard
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Turn left onto East President Street
2.3 mi · 4 min · East President Street
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Continue on Islands Expressway
4.9 mi · 8 min · Islands Expressway
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Continue straight
9.5 mi · 16 min
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Turn left onto 10th Court
40 m · 6 sec · 10th Court
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 10th Court
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Savannah and Tybee Island.
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.
Islands Expressway
Continue straight
9.48 mi · 00h 16m
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.
Partly Cloudy leaving Savannah and Partly Cloudy near Tybee Island.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Savannah to Tybee Island?
The road trip is about 18.1 miles (29.2 km) and usually takes 00h 29m 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?
Wilmington Island is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.1 miles from Savannah and 9.1 miles from Tybee Island.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 16 miles (25.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.1 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:32 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.54 one way or $5.07 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Cloudy around Savannah and Partly Cloudy near Tybee Island.
Stop Ideas Near Wilmington Island
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
Port Wentworth Police Department
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Wilmington Island.
Savannah
Yemassee
Jesup
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Savannah and Tybee Island. Straight-line distance: 15.96 mi (25.69 km).
#1 Savannah
The second most populous city in Georgia.
| Population | 143,632 |
| Coordinates | 32.0835400, -81.0998300 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Tybee Island
Island and city in Chatham County, Georgia, United States of America
| Population | 3,051 |
| Coordinates | 32.0002200, -80.8456700 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| Country | United States |
End: 10th Court (-80.845727, 32.00008)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 29 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 13m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $2.54 | $5.07 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $2.83 | $5.67 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $3.06 | $6.12 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $3.60 | $7.20 |
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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