Savannah, GA to Charlotte, NC
310-mile freight corridor via I-16 W to I-20 W through Augusta, then I-77 N through Columbia into Charlotte. 1 day (5-6 hours) transit. Moderate difficulty.
Distance
310 mi
Transit Time
1 day (5-6 hours)
Difficulty
Toll Cost
$0
Average Rates Per Mile
| Equipment | Rate/Mile | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|
| Dry Van | $2.25 | $697.5 |
| Reefer | $2.70 | $837 |
| Flatbed | $2.90 | $899 |
Rates are approximate averages and vary by season, demand, and broker. Always verify current spot rates on DAT or Truckstop.
Route Details
Recommended Route
I-16 W to I-20 W through Augusta, then I-77 N through Columbia into Charlotte
Fuel Stops
2 recommended
Tolls
$0
Common Freight Types
Backhaul Information
Good Backhaul Availability
Average backhaul rate: $2.00/mi
Common return cargo: Manufacturing goods, food products, textiles, building materials from Charlotte region
Key Stops Along the Route
Savannah, GA
Origin
Statesboro, GA
Augusta, GA
Columbia, SC
Rock Hill, SC
Charlotte, NC
Destination
Seasonal Trends
Port of Savannah (fastest-growing US port) drives year-round import container demand. Charlotte's distribution and financial sector creates consistent bidirectional freight. Holiday import season August-November peaks container volumes. Hurricane season threatens coastal Savannah operations.
Trucker Tips for This Lane
Port of Savannah is now the third-busiest container port in the US. Container drayage from the port is enormous and growing.
I-16 from Savannah to Macon is a long, straight stretch through rural Georgia. Limited services -- plan accordingly.
Augusta, GA has military freight from Fort Eisenhower (formerly Fort Gordon). Cyber Command is expanding there.
South Carolina fuel is cheaper than both Georgia and North Carolina. Fill up between Augusta and Columbia.
Charlotte's Uptown area has truck restrictions. Verify delivery addresses and routes before entering city center.