Origin
Grantville, GA
Late night in Grantville on Sunday
Local time
4:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Grantville, 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
1h 14m
Distance
61.9 mi
100 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Good
6 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 8m
★
6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 26m
10 AM
1h 18m
12 PM
1h 17m
3 PM
1h 19m
5 PM
1h 25m
8 PM
1h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Grantville, GA
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Grantville to Sandy Springs, expect a straightforward journey covering 61.9 miles. You should budget approximately 1 hour and 14 minutes of driving time, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stops. Your route will primarily utilize I-85, US-29, and the Atlanta Bypass/The Perimeter. With an estimated fuel cost of only $10, it is an affordable excursion within the Southeast region. This drive is best viewed as a simple transition between these two Georgia locations rather than a destination-heavy road trip.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 85 | 32.8 mi | 35m |
| Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter | 22.6 mi | 26m |
| US 29 | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Mount Vernon Highway | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Heards Ferry Road Northwest | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Riverside Drive Northwest | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Lone Oak Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 85
— 32.8 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Grantville, GA and Sandy Springs, GA.
1
Start on Main Street
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Main Street
2
Keep slight left at fork onto Lone Oak Street
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Lone Oak Street
3
Turn left onto US 29; GA 14
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
US 29; GA 14
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward I 85 North: Atlanta
5
Merge onto I 85
33 mi
·
35 min
·
I 85
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 68
Toward I 285: Atlanta Bypass, Atlanta International Airport
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork
1.2 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 285 North: Birmingham, Chattanooga
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 285
23 mi
·
26 min
·
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
Use the straight lane.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 24
Toward Riverside Drive
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork
134 ft
·
2 sec
Toward Riverside Drive
11
Turn slight right
214 ft
·
6 sec
12
Turn right onto Riverside Drive Northwest
478 ft
·
14 sec
·
Riverside Drive Northwest
13
Turn slight right onto Riverside Drive Northwest
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Riverside Drive Northwest
14
Turn right onto Heards Ferry Road Northwest
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Heards Ferry Road Northwest
15
Turn left onto Mount Vernon Highway
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Mount Vernon Highway
16
Arrive at destination
Mount Vernon Highway
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.9 miles from Grantville, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 59.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Lone Oak Street
Keep slight left at fork onto Lone Oak Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
2.4 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
I 85
Merge onto I 85
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
35.2 mi into trip
|
~39m 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...
8
35.6 mi into trip
|
~40m 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
7
59.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m 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
$9.68 one way
$19.36 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $10.58 | $21.17 |
| premium | $4.70 | $11.46 | $22.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.67 | $27.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.50 | $2.97 |
| Efficient EV | 15.5 | 0 | $5.42 | $2.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.8 | 0 | $8.67 | $3.96 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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.
Destination
Sandy Springs, GA
Late night in Sandy Springs on Sunday
Local time
4:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
7 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 14m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This 61.9-mile route features a mixed drive profile that transitions between rural stretches and high-traffic urban corridors. You will spend roughly 56% of your time on highways, with your longest uninterrupted stint consisting of 32.8 miles on I-85. Expect the pace to shift as you move from the open highway onto the busier Atlanta Bypass. While the initial leg feels like a standard interstate cruise, the final approach into Sandy Springs brings the typical complexities of navigating a major metro perimeter. It is a functional, efficient drive that prioritizes speed over scenic detours.
56% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 32.8 mi on I 85.
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 0.1 miles in near Lone Oak Street.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 61.9 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Lone Oak Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 2.4 miles (I 85): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 35.2 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Grantville, GA and Sandy Springs, GA, road signs point toward Atlanta International Airport and Chattanooga.
Atlanta International Airport
35.2 mi in
|
~39m
Chattanooga
35.6 mi in
|
~40m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 14m. Total distance: 61.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (56%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 32.8 miles on I 85. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Lone Oak Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 2.4 miles (I 85): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 35.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area and Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Sandy Springs, GA before heading back.
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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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