Traveling from Hinesville to Sandy Springs covers 262.5 miles, a journey that typically takes about 5 hours and 8 minutes. Because the route is primarily highway-focused, it is easily manageable as a single-day trip without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $42 on fuel for the trek across Georgia. The drive transitions from the Southeast region toward the Atlanta metropolitan area, taking you from the coast toward the state's interior. Whether you are heading north for business or a visit, this route provides a straightforward connection between these two points.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
131.3 miles from Hinesville, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 40m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
124.5 mi
2h 13m
I 75
62.1 mi
1h 7m
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
24.5 mi
28m
GA 144
12.2 mi
18m
GA 119
11.1 mi
16m
Terrell Starr Parkway
10.1 mi
11m
GA 67
7.8 mi
11m
Old Sunbury Road
3.7 mi
9m
Longest stretch:
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
— 124.5 mi, about 2h 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hinesville, GA and Sandy Springs, GA.
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Start on this road
69 ft·8 sec·this road
2
Turn left onto East Martin Luther King Junior Drive
0.2 mi·34 sec·East Martin Luther King Junior Drive
Toward I 75 North: AtlantaUse the straight / left lanes.
13
Merge onto I 75
62 mi·1 hr 7 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 675
10 mi·11 min·Terrell Starr Parkway
Exit 227Toward I 675 North: Augusta, GreenvilleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 285 East: Augusta, GreenvilleUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
16
Merge onto I 285
25 mi·28 min·Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
518 ft·12 sec
Exit 25; 27BToward US 19 South, GA 400 North: Roswell Road, Sandy SpringsUse the slight right lane.
18
Continue on this road
1.4 mi·2 min·this road
Exit 25Toward US 19 South: Roswell Road
19
Keep slight right at fork onto US 19
0.2 mi·24 sec·US 19
Toward US 19 South: Roswell Road, Sandy SpringsUse the slight right lane.
20
Turn right onto GA 9
0.8 mi·1 min·Roswell Road
Use the right lane.
21
Turn right onto Mount Vernon Highway
180 ft·3 sec·Mount Vernon Highway
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Arrive at destination
Mount Vernon Highway
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 5-hour drive, try to time your departure to avoid peak congestion on the Atlanta Bypass. Plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and refresh during the 262.5-mile journey. Since you are spending roughly $42 on gas, fill up your tank before leaving Hinesville to ensure you have enough range for the longest 124.5-mile stretch. Because this route is a single-day commitment, you have the flexibility to depart early in the morning or mid-day depending on your schedule. Keep a close eye on traffic reports as you near The Perimeter, as highway conditions can change quickly as you transition into the Sandy Springs area.
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 131.3 miles from Hinesville, GA, or about 2h 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 124.5 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 58 miles or 1h 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 131.3 miles or 2h 40m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sandy Springs, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hinesville, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Hinesville, GA
This is one driving day of about 262.5 miles and 5h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 58 miles from Hinesville, 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 Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway for about 124.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 37 and 261.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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37 mi into trip|~59m in
Take the ramp toward I 16 West: Macon
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 16 West: Macon
9
224.8 mi into trip|~4h 22m in|I 675 / Terrell Starr Parkway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 675 / Terrell Starr Parkway toward I 675 North: Augusta, Greenville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 227
Toward I 675 North: Augusta, Greenville
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234.9 mi into trip|~4h 33m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 285 East: Augusta, Greenville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 285 East: Augusta, Greenville
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260.1 mi into trip|~5h 3m in
Take the exit toward US 19 South, GA 400 North: Roswell Road, Sandy Springs
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 25; 27B
Toward US 19 South, GA 400 North: Roswell Road,...
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261.5 mi into trip|~5h 6m in|US 19
Keep slight right at fork onto US 19 toward US 19 South: Roswell Road, Sandy Springs
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 19 South: Roswell Road, Sandy Springs
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$41.05 one way
$82.10 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg92 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$44.88
$89.77
premium
$4.70
$48.58
$97.17
diesel
$5.61
$57.96
$115.91
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$41
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$66–$91
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 91.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
78.8
0
$27.56
$12.60
Efficient EV
65.6
0
$22.97
$10.50
EV Truck/SUV
105
1
$36.75
$16.80
Gas CO2
92 kg
EV CO2
31 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 16, 2026
Origin
Hinesville, GA
Late night
in Hinesville on Sunday
Local time
12:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Sandy Springs, GA
Late night
in Sandy Springs on Sunday
Local time
12:44 AM
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
2 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
5h 8m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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.
Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Welcome to Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park. This park is a prehistoric American Indian site, where many different American Indian cultures occupied this land for thousands of years. American...
3 mi from route
~8 min detour
Free
near mile 162.9
Caution: River Trail periodically closed under I-16
Park Closure: BOARDWALK CLOSED along the River Trail
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...
6 mi from route
~16 min detour
Free
near mile 235.4
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,...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is heavily reliant on major corridors, with 87% of your time spent on highways. You will navigate the Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway, I-75, and the Atlanta Bypass, also known as The Perimeter. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs early on, covering 124.5 miles along the Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway. While the drive starts on the parkway, it eventually feeds into the busier, high-traffic interstate system as you approach the city. Expect a steady, highway-focused pace that favors efficiency over technical, winding backroads.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 124.5 mi on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway and I 75. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 37 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 262.5 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 37 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 224.8 miles (I 675 / Terrell Starr Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 234.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
On the drive from Hinesville, GA to Sandy Springs, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Greenville along the way.
Greenville
224.8 mi in|~4h 22m|via I 675
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 8m. Total distance: 262.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 124.5 miles on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway. 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 37 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 224.8 miles (I 675 / Terrell Starr Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 234.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park, Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park and Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.1 hours each way, a round trip means 10.3 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Sandy Springs, GA before the return drive.
