Savannah to Sumter: Road Trip Guide & Distance

134.3 miles 216.2 km · straight line
168 miles estimated 270.3 km · driving distance
3h 23min estimated drive time
$16 - $20 estimated fuel cost
~46min flight time
19° NNE bearing direction

How far is Savannah from Sumter?

The distance from Savannah to Sumter is 134.3 miles (216.2 km) as the crow flies. Sumter is located NNE of Savannah. By car, the driving distance is approximately 168 miles, taking about 3h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. Both are located in United States — Savannah in Georgia and Sumter in South Carolina.

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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Savannah and Sumter. 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 Savannah to Sumter

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 23min $16 - $20 Flexible stops
Fly ~46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 4min $13–$25* Budget
Train ~3h 13min $20–$59* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Savannah & Sumter

Quick Facts

Savannah
32.08°N, 81.09°W
America/New_York
15m elevation
Sumter
33.92°N, 80.34°W
America/New_York
52m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 45 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 185.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients