Trip from Blakely, GA to Sandy Springs, GA

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 59m

Distance

205.2 mi

330 km

Drive Score

10/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$32

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

27 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min

4 AM

3h 46m ★

6 AM

3h 59m

8 AM

4h 25m

10 AM

4h 8m

12 PM

4h 6m

3 PM

4h 10m

5 PM

4h 24m

8 PM

3h 52m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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county seat in Early County, Georgia, USA

Blakely, GA

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Trip Overview

This 205.2-mile journey from Blakely, GA, to Sandy Springs, GA, is designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 3 hours and 59 minutes. Primarily utilizing US 27, Chet Atkins Parkway, and Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway, this route offers a mixed driving experience across the Southeast. With a projected fuel cost of $32 and a single recommended stop, it's an efficient trip. The drive is well-suited for a day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. Consider this a straightforward, practical drive to get you from point A to point B.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

102.6 miles from Blakely, GA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 2m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
US 27	56.9 mi	1h 7m
Chet Atkins Parkway	49.2 mi	53m
Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway	47.5 mi	50m
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter	22.6 mi	26m
Blakley Highway	12.3 mi	14m
Martha Berry Highway	10.9 mi	14m
Mount Vernon Highway	1.2 mi	2m
Magnolia Street	0.8 mi	1m

Longest stretch: US 27 — 56.9 mi, about 1h 7m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Blakely, GA and Sandy Springs, GA.

Start on US 27 Business; GA 39; GA 62

0.2 mi · 37 sec · US 27 Business; GA 39; GA 62

Continue on GA 62

0.8 mi · 1 min · Magnolia Street

Turn left onto US 27; GA 1

12 mi · 14 min · Blakley Highway

Use the straight lane.

Continue on US 27; GA 1

57 mi · 1 hr 7 min · US 27; GA 1

Use the straight lane.

Turn left onto US 27; US 280; GA 1; GA 520

11 mi · 14 min · Martha Berry Highway

Use the straight / right lanes.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 49 sec

Toward I 185 North: LaGrange, Atlanta

Keep slight right at fork

0.5 mi · 47 sec

Toward I 185 North: LaGrange, Atlanta

Continue on I 185

49 mi · 53 min · Chet Atkins Parkway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 85

47 mi · 50 min · Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 48 sec

Exit 68 Toward I 285: Atlanta Bypass, Atlanta International Airport Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

1.2 mi · 2 min

Toward I 285 North: Birmingham, Chattanooga Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 285

23 mi · 26 min · Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 23 sec

Exit 24 Toward Riverside Drive Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

134 ft · 2 sec

Toward Riverside Drive

Turn slight right

214 ft · 6 sec

Turn right onto Riverside Drive Northwest

478 ft · 14 sec · Riverside Drive Northwest

Turn slight right onto Riverside Drive Northwest

0.2 mi · 27 sec · Riverside Drive Northwest

Turn right onto Heards Ferry Road Northwest

0.6 mi · 1 min · Heards Ferry Road Northwest

Turn left onto Mount Vernon Highway

1.2 mi · 2 min · Mount Vernon Highway

Arrive at destination

Mount Vernon Highway

Trip Plan

Given the manageable 3-hour and 59-minute duration, starting your trip in the morning allows ample time to reach Sandy Springs comfortably. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost around $32, you can plan your expenses easily. The longest stretch of 56.9 miles on US 27 is a good point to consider your next fuel or rest break if needed. Since this is a single-day drive, you have flexibility in your departure time, but an early start will maximize your day at your destination.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 102.6 miles from Blakely, GA, or about 2h 2m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 56.9 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 45 miles or 54m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 102.6 miles or 2h 2m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 13m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sandy Springs, GA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Blakely, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Blakely, GA

This is one driving day of about 205.2 miles and 3h 59m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 miles from Blakely, GA.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on US 27 for about 56.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city and county seat of Russell County, Alabama, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Phenix City, AL

103 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Richland, GA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 45 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Phenix City, AL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 102.6 miles from Blakely, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Harvest Coffee Co.

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Columbus, Georgia

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 87.9

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+17062218792

Visit website

White Oak Pastures Farm & General Store

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Bluffton, Georgia

2.8 mi

Top Coffee Stop

NOVA

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Grantville, Georgia

Later in the drive, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 146.6

Hours: 7:30 am–8 pm

+17069774144

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Milltown Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Columbus, Georgia

2.1 mi

Harvest Coffee Co.

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 87.9

Columbus, Georgia

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+17062218792

Visit website

White Oak Pastures Farm & General Store

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 14.7

Bluffton, Georgia

+12296412081

Visit website

The Seed Coffee + Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10 mile 87.9

Columbus, Georgia

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+16573511249

Visit website

Kismet Coffee and Vintage

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0 mi from route $1 to $10

Blakely, Georgia

Hours: 8:30 am–5 pm

+12297269399

NOVA

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 146.6

Grantville, Georgia

Hours: 7:30 am–8 pm

+17069774144

Visit website

Milltown Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 87.9

Columbus, Georgia

Hours: 8 am–7 pm

+17063231876

Visit website

Brash Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10 mile 190.5

Atlanta, Georgia

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

Visit website

Choice Coffee Co

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10 mile 205.2

Chamblee, Georgia

Hours: 8 am–4 pm

2.6 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, ~12 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 161.2

Newnan, Georgia

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 131.9

LaGrange, Georgia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Pilot Travel Center

0.1 mi from route

Petro Stopping Centers

0.1 mi from route

Love's Travel Stop

0.1 mi from route

Georgia Visitor Information Center - Columbus

0.2 mi from route

Service Plaza

2.2 mi from route

Service Plaza

2.3 mi from route

Mastermind Escape Games Atlanta

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 205.2

Atlanta, Georgia

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+14044803852

Visit website

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 190.5

Hours: Open 24 hours

+17709136308

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 14

5 decision points cluster between mile 1 and 202.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

1 mi into trip | ~2m in | US 27; GA 1 / Blakley Highway

Turn left onto US 27; GA 1 / Blakley Highway

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.

81.4 mi into trip | ~1h 39m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 185 North: LaGrange, Atlanta

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 185 North: LaGrange, Atlanta

178.5 mi into trip | ~3h 24m in

Take the exit toward I 285: Atlanta Bypass, Atlanta International Airport

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 68 Toward I 285: Atlanta Bypass, Atlanta Internati...

178.9 mi into trip | ~3h 25m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 285 North: Birmingham, Chattanooga

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 285 North: Birmingham, Chattanooga

202.7 mi into trip | ~3h 54m in

Take the exit toward Riverside Drive

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 24 Toward Riverside Drive

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$32.09 one way

$64.18 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 72 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.34	$35.09	$70.17
premium	$4.70	$37.98	$75.96
diesel	$5.61	$45.31	$90.61

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$32

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$57–$82

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 71.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

27 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Cracker Barrel - Tesla Supercharger

LaGrange, GA

Tesla

16 DCFC

Target - Tesla Supercharger

Columbus, GA

Tesla

12 DCFC

Target - Tesla Supercharger

Newnan, GA

Tesla

12 DCFC

Starbucks - Tesla Supercharger

Columbus, GA

Tesla

8 DCFC

CircleK - Columbus North, GA

Columbus, GA

CIRCLE_K

4 DCFC

Mike Patton Ford

LaGrange, GA

FORD_CHARGE

4 DCFC

Newnan

Newnan, GA

EV Connect

4 DCFC

SONS Chevrolet

COLUMBUS, GA

EV Connect

2 DCFC

ChargePoint Network: 15 Tesla: 4 EV Connect: 2 Non-Networked: 2 CIRCLE_K: 1 CHARGELAB: 1 FORD_CHARGE: 1 Blink Network: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	61.6	0	$21.55	$9.85
Efficient EV	51.3	0	$17.96	$8.21
EV Truck/SUV	82.1	1	$28.73	$13.13

Gas CO2

72 kg

EV CO2

24 kg (67% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Blakely, GA

Night in Blakely on Saturday

Local time

10:53 PM

EDT

Current temp

53°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Sandy Springs, GA

Night in Sandy Springs on Saturday

Local time

10:53 PM

EDT

Current temp

52°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

1 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

3h 59m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

National Recreation Area

Today the river valley attracts us for so many reasons. Take a solitary walk to enjoy nature’s display, raft leisurely through the rocky shoals with friends, fish the misty waters as the sun comes up,...

7 mi from route ~18 min detour $5 near mile 205.2

Park Closure: Island Ford Trail Closures Winter 2025-2026

Park Closure: Restrooms and Water Fountains Unavailable at Powers Island and Akers Mill

View on nps.gov

Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Welcome to Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park & Preservation District where a young boy grows up in a time of segregation. He was moved by destiny to lead the modern civil rights movemen...

7 mi from route ~18 min detour Free near mile 191.1

View on nps.gov

Jimmy Carter National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Few U.S. Presidents have had such close ties with where they were born and raised. The rural southern culture of Plains, Georgia revolves around farming, church, and school, which had a large influenc...

24 mi from route ~60 min detour Free near mile 49.5

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a drive that's about 52% highway, offering a blend of faster stretches and more local road segments. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 56.9 miles on US 27, providing a good period of consistent travel. This route is characterized as a 'mixed drive,' meaning you'll experience variations in road type and speed limits as you progress. It's not a monotonous interstate grind, nor is it entirely rural two-lane, but rather a practical mix for covering ground efficiently.

52% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.

20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 56.9 mi on US 27.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near US 27; GA 1 / Blakley Highway.

Driving Effort 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 205.2 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (US 27; GA 1 / Blakley Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 81.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 178.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Blakely, GA and Sandy Springs, GA, road signs point toward Atlanta, Atlanta International Airport and Chattanooga.

Atlanta

81 mi in | ~1h 38m

Atlanta International Airport

178.5 mi in | ~3h 24m

Chattanooga

178.9 mi in | ~3h 25m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 59m. Total distance: 205.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 59m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 56.9 miles on US 27. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Sandy Springs, GA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

Possible but tiring. At 4.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Sandy Springs, GA, but most travelers stay overnight.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Trip from Blakely, GA to Sandy Springs, GA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

Harvest Coffee Co.

NOVA

Harvest Coffee Co.

White Oak Pastures Farm & General Store

The Seed Coffee + Cafe

Kismet Coffee and Vintage

NOVA

Milltown Coffee

Brash Coffee

Choice Coffee Co

JuiceBox Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Circle K Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Blink Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Pilot Travel Center

Petro Stopping Centers

Love's Travel Stop

Georgia Visitor Information Center - Columbus

Service Plaza

Service Plaza

Mastermind Escape Games Atlanta

Exodus Escape Games

Painting with a Twist

National Civil War Naval Museum

Cascade Springs Nature Preserve

Launch Family Entertainment Columbus

Things To Do Services

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Blakely, GA

Sandy Springs, GA

Same local time

1 degrees cooler at arrival

3h 59m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park

Jimmy Carter National Historical Park

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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