How far is Waynesboro, GA from Savannah, GA?
The driving distance from Waynesboro, GA to Savannah, GA is about 106.4 miles (171.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 87.6 miles (141 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 39m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 49m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Screven County, Georgia, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Waynesboro and Savannah.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waynesboro and Savannah.
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Start on Liberty Street
30.1 mi · 43 min · Liberty Street
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Take the ramp straight
1450 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left onto Burton's Ferry Highway
4.4 mi · 5 min · Burton's Ferry Highway
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Turn left
2.6 mi · 4 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Perimeter Road
1653 ft · 27 sec · Perimeter Road
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Continue on Savannah Highway
38.3 mi · 44 min · Savannah Highway
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Continue on Augusta Highway
576 ft · 8 sec · Augusta Highway
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Continue on North Columbia Avenue
13.4 mi · 17 min · North Columbia Avenue
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Turn left onto Bourne Avenue
1.1 mi · 2 min · Bourne Avenue
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Turn right onto Main Street
2.2 mi · 4 min · Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Main Street
142 m · 8 sec · Main Street
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Continue on West Bay Street
2.5 mi · 4 min · West Bay Street
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Turn left
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 Waynesboro and Savannah.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Savannah Highway
Continue on Savannah Highway
38.3 mi · 00h 44m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Waynesboro and Cloudy near Savannah.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Waynesboro to Savannah?
The road trip is about 106.4 miles (171.2 km) and usually takes 01h 49m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Newington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 47.8 miles from Waynesboro and 58.6 miles from Savannah.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 87.6 miles (141 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.8 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:50 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.85 one way or $29.71 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Waynesboro and Cloudy near Savannah.
Stop Ideas Near Newington
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Newington.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Waynesboro and Savannah. Straight-line distance: 87.62 mi (141.01 km).
#1 Waynesboro
City in Burke County, Georgia, United States
| Population | 5,388 |
| Coordinates | 33.0898700, -82.0156700 |
| Altitude | 88 |
| 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: 171 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 19m |
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 | $14.85 | $29.71 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $16.61 | $33.22 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $17.92 | $35.83 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $21.09 | $42.18 |
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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