Gainesville, Georgia to Savannah: Road Trip Guide & Distance

220.1 miles 354.2 km · straight line
275.1 miles estimated 442.8 km · driving distance
5h 32min estimated drive time
$26 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
133° SE bearing direction

How far is Gainesville, Georgia from Savannah?

The distance from Gainesville, Georgia to Savannah is 220.1 miles (354.2 km) as the crow flies. Savannah is located SE of Gainesville, Georgia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 275.1 miles, taking about 5h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Gainesville, Georgia and Savannah. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Gainesville, Georgia to Savannah

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 32min $26 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 38min $22–$41* Budget
Train ~5h 15min $33–$96* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Gainesville, Georgia & Savannah

Quick Facts

Gainesville, Georgia
34.30°N, 83.82°W
America/New_York
381m elevation
Savannah
32.08°N, 81.09°W
America/New_York
15m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 73 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 113.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients