Indian Springs, GA to Sandy Springs, GA is 70.6 miles and takes about 1h 32m via Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter, I 75, and Terrell Starr Parkway, with a fuel budget near $12 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Southeast region, primarily moving through Georgia. It's a fairly straightforward drive that should get you to your destination without much fuss, making it a good option if you're looking for a simple transit rather than an elaborate journey. Plan for a mostly highway experience that connects you efficiently between these two points.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
35.3 miles from Indian Springs, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 48m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
24.5 mi
28m
I 75
15.2 mi
16m
Terrell Starr Parkway
10.1 mi
11m
Brookwood Avenue
9.5 mi
14m
US 23
4.5 mi
6m
GA 42
1.8 mi
3m
East 3rd Street
1.1 mi
2m
Roswell Road
0.8 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
— 24.5 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Indian Springs, GA and Sandy Springs, GA.
1
Start on GA 42
1.8 mi·3 min·GA 42
2
Enter roundabout onto US 23; GA 87
151 ft·2 sec·US 23; GA 87
3
Continue on US 23; GA 87
159 ft·2 sec·US 23; GA 87
4
Continue on US 23; GA 42
3.6 mi·5 min·US 23; GA 42
5
Continue on US 23; GA 16; GA 42
1.1 mi·2 min·East 3rd Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Enter roundabout onto US 23; GA 42
88 ft·2 sec·Brookwood Avenue
7
Continue on US 23; GA 42
9.4 mi·14 min·Brookwood Avenue
8
Continue on US 23; GA 42
0.9 mi·1 min·US 23; GA 42
9
Turn left onto Bill Gardner Parkway
0.6 mi·1 min·Bill Gardner Parkway
10
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·19 sec
Toward I 75 NorthUse the right lane.
11
Merge onto I 75
15 mi·16 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
12
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.
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 285 East: Augusta, GreenvilleUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
14
Merge onto I 285
25 mi·28 min·Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
518 ft·12 sec
Exit 25; 27BToward US 19 South, GA 400 North: Roswell Road, Sandy SpringsUse the slight right lane.
16
Continue on this road
1.4 mi·2 min·this road
Exit 25Toward US 19 South: Roswell Road
17
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.
18
Turn right onto GA 9
0.8 mi·1 min·Roswell Road
Use the right lane.
19
Turn right onto Mount Vernon Highway
180 ft·3 sec·Mount Vernon Highway
20
Arrive at destination
Mount Vernon Highway
Trip Plan
Given this route takes just over 1.5 hours, it's a perfect same-day trip, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. You could leave in the morning to beat any potential Atlanta traffic, or head out mid-day for a more relaxed start. With a fuel cost estimated at $12, filling up before you leave Indian Springs should be sufficient. Keep an eye on the Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter for any congestion, as that's where you'll spend your longest continuous stretch of driving.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 35.3 miles from Indian Springs, GA, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 24.5 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 16 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.3 miles or 48m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 17m
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 Indian Springs, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Indian Springs, GA
This is one driving day of about 70.6 miles and 1h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Indian Springs, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter for about 24.5 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.8 and 69.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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1.8 mi into trip|~3m in|US 23; GA 87
Enter roundabout onto US 23; GA 87
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
9
32.9 mi into trip|~45m 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
8
43 mi into trip|~57m 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
8
68.2 mi into trip|~1h 27m 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,...
8
69.6 mi into trip|~1h 29m 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
$11.04 one way
$22.08 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg25 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$12.07
$24.14
premium
$4.70
$13.07
$26.13
diesel
$5.61
$15.59
$31.18
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.7 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
21.2
0
$7.41
$3.39
Efficient EV
17.7
0
$6.18
$2.82
EV Truck/SUV
28.2
0
$9.88
$4.52
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026
Origin
Indian Springs, GA
Morning
in Indian Springs on Tuesday
Local time
7:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Sandy Springs, GA
Morning
in Sandy Springs on Tuesday
Local time
7:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°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
20 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 32m 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,...
5 mi from route
~14 min detour
$5
near mile 65.8
Park Closure: Island Ford Trail Closures Winter 2025-2026
Park Closure: Restrooms and Water Fountains Unavailable at Powers Island and Akers Mill
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 43.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive offers a mixed experience, with 46% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter stretches on the Atlanta Bypass/The Perimeter, I 75, and Terrell Starr Parkway, which generally mean faster speeds and more consistent driving. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 24.5 miles on the Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter, so be prepared for a solid period of highway travel. As you progress, the drive transitions between these main arteries, offering a dynamic, albeit primarily high-speed, feel.
46% 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: 24.5 mi on Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter.
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 1.8 miles in near US 23; GA 87.
Driving Effort9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 70.6 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 1.8 miles (US 23; GA 87): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 32.9 miles (I 675 / Terrell Starr Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 43 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 Indian Springs, GA to Sandy Springs, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Greenville along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 32m. Total distance: 70.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (46%). 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 24.5 miles on Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter. 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 1.8 miles (US 23; GA 87): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 32.9 miles (I 675 / Terrell Starr Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 43 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
