How far is Thomaston, GA from Savannah, GA?
The driving distance from Thomaston, GA to Savannah, GA is about 213.1 miles (343 km), with a travel time of about 03h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 196.1 miles (315.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 56m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 28m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Laurens County, Georgia, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Thomaston and Savannah.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Thomaston and Savannah.
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Start on West Main Street
53 m · 11 sec · West Main Street
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Turn left onto South Church Street
88 m · 14 sec · South Church Street
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Turn left onto West Gordon Street
1097 ft · 34 sec · West Gordon Street
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Turn left onto South Bethel Street
93 m · 10 sec · South Bethel Street
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Turn right onto East Main Street
1.6 km · 2 min · East Main Street
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Continue on Yatesville Highway
14.7 mi · 20 min · Yatesville Highway
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
45 m · 5 sec
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Exit the roundabout
19.7 mi · 27 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Thomaston Road
102 m · 7 sec · Thomaston Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Thomaston Road
3.6 mi · 5 min · Thomaston Road
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Continue on Mercer University Drive
4.7 mi · 9 min · Mercer University Drive
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Take the ramp straight toward I 75 North: Atlanta
1614 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left onto Fall Line Freeway
1.3 mi · 2 min · Fall Line Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 16 East: Savannah
1.2 km · 1 min · Fall Line Freeway
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Keep slight left to continue on I-16 East: Savannah
3128 ft · 1 min
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Continue straight
164.1 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 Thomaston and Savannah.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Thomaston and Partly Sunny near Savannah.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Thomaston to Savannah?
The road trip is about 213.1 miles (343 km) and usually takes 03h 28m 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?
East Dublin is a useful midpoint, sitting about 106.4 miles from Thomaston and 106.8 miles from Savannah.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 196.1 miles (315.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 17 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 10:04 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.79 one way or $59.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 66.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Thomaston and Partly Sunny near Savannah.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Thomaston and Savannah. Straight-line distance: 196.1 mi (315.59 km).
#1 Thomaston
City in Upson County, Georgia, United States of America
| Population | 8,770 |
| Coordinates | 32.8881900, -84.3265900 |
| Altitude | 230 |
| 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: 343 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 39m |
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 | $29.79 | $59.57 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $33.31 | $66.61 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $35.93 | $71.86 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $42.29 | $84.58 |
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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