Airport
Savannah/Hilton Head International is the nearest major airport
SAV sits west of Savannah. Reaching Tybee requires ground transportation across the city and along US 80; confirm a rental car, taxi, or rideshare before arrival.
Getting here
US 80 is Tybee’s only road from Savannah.
Drive US 80 from Savannah to Tybee Island, choose the closest airport, understand paid parking hours, and check current bridge and street advisories.
Map locations
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- Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport — Nearest major airportGround transportation crosses Savannah before joining US 80 to Tybee.
- Historic Savannah — City add-on and common overnightHelpful if you are pairing beach time with a Savannah night.
- Fort Pulaski — Cockspur Island historic siteCheck NPS hours and alerts before making the fort an arrival-day stop.
- Tybee Island — Savannah’s beach islandChoose a beach or lodging zone before driving the final US 80 miles.
Arrival map
US 80 connects Savannah, Fort Pulaski, and Tybee Island.
Compare the Savannah airport drive, the two-lane island approach, Fort Pulaski, and Tybee’s paid parking before choosing an arrival-day stop.
- When the interactive map loads, tap a marker to compare the airport, Savannah, Fort Pulaski, and the island.
- The map line follows the island approach; use live traffic and current parking rules before leaving Savannah.
Savannah to Tybee
Allow for the final US 80 miles, then park near the shore you chose.
Bridge timing
The Lazaretto Creek bridge carries every road arrival
Warm-weather turnover, events, and beach traffic can slow the two-lane approach. Check current City notices before setting out from Savannah.
Parking
Paid parking runs from 8 AM to 8 PM every day
Payment is enforced year-round, including weekends and holidays. Check current payment methods and park near the beach, restaurant, or lodging you expect to use.
Road conditions
Check current street and bridge advisories before you leave.
Check the City of Tybee Island alerts for current street and bridge closures, detours, and other advisories before arrival. Follow posted signs and current official directions if conditions change.
First evening
After check-in, walk to the nearest beach or Back River.
Keep the first dinner near your lodging rather than crossing the island again. Save Fort Pulaski and any boat or kayak departure for a separate daylight block.
Useful links
Official resources before you go
Check visitor information, parking rules, current alerts, and Fort Pulaski hours before your trip.
