Origin
Peachtree Corners, GA
Late night in Peachtree Corners on Sunday
Local time
4:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Peachtree Corners, 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
18m
Distance
12 mi
19 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 17m
★
6 AM
0h 18m
8 AM
0h 21m
10 AM
0h 19m
12 PM
0h 19m
3 PM
0h 20m
5 PM
0h 21m
8 PM
0h 17m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Peachtree Corners, GA
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Trip Overview
Peachtree Corners, GA to Sandy Springs, GA is 12 miles and takes about 18 minutes via Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter, with a fuel budget near $2 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Southeast region and Georgia, connecting two suburban areas. Expect a fairly direct drive, primarily on local roads with a brief segment on the highway. It's a straightforward journey suitable for a quick transfer or a short excursion, making it an easy addition to a longer trip or a standalone outing.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter | 3.7 mi | 4m |
| Peachtree Industrial Boulevard | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| Peachtree Parkway Northwest | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Roswell Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| GA 141 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| US 19 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Mount Vernon Highway | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
— 3.7 mi, about 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Peachtree Corners, GA and Sandy Springs, GA.
1
Start on GA 141
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Peachtree Parkway Northwest
Use the straight lane.
2
Take the exit onto GA 141
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
GA 141
Toward GA 141 South: Doraville, Chamblee
3
Merge onto GA 141
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Peachtree Industrial Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 285 West: Marietta, Chattanooga
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Merge onto I 285
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
518 ft
·
12 sec
Exit 25; 27B
Toward US 19 South, GA 400 North: Roswell Road, Sandy Springs
Use the slight right lane.
7
Continue on this road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
this road
Exit 25
Toward US 19 South: Roswell Road
8
Keep slight right at fork onto US 19
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
US 19
Toward US 19 South: Roswell Road, Sandy Springs
Use the slight right lane.
9
Turn right onto GA 9
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Roswell Road
Use the right lane.
10
Turn right onto Mount Vernon Highway
180 ft
·
3 sec
·
Mount Vernon Highway
11
Arrive at destination
Mount Vernon Highway
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 1.8 and 11 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
GA 141
Take the exit onto GA 141 toward GA 141 South: Doraville, Chamblee
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward GA 141 South: Doraville, Chamblee
5
2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
GA 141 / Peachtree Industrial Boulevard
Merge onto GA 141 / Peachtree Industrial Boulevard
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
5.4 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Take the exit toward I 285 West: Marietta, Chattanooga
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 285 West: Marietta, Chattanooga
8
9.5 mi into trip
|
~13m 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
11 mi into trip
|
~16m 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
$1.88 one way
$3.75 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $2.05 | $4.10 |
| premium | $4.70 | $2.22 | $4.44 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.65 | $5.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.6 | 0 | $1.26 | $0.58 |
| Efficient EV | 3 | 0 | $1.05 | $0.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.68 | $0.77 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
4:12 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
28 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
18m 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 route leans towards a turn-heavy local drive, with only 18% of the journey on highways. You'll experience a mix of residential streets and main arteries like Peachtree Industrial Boulevard and Peachtree Parkway Northwest. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 3.7 miles on the Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter. Be prepared for frequent turns and varying speed limits as you navigate between these suburban locales.
Only 18% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 3.7 mi on Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. 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 GA 141.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 12 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 18m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles (GA 141): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2 miles (GA 141 / Peachtree Industrial Boulevard): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.4 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 Peachtree Corners, GA and Sandy Springs, GA, road signs point toward Chamblee and Chattanooga.
Chamblee
1.8 mi in
|
~3m
|
via GA 141
Chattanooga
5.4 mi in
|
~8m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 18m. Total distance: 12 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 3.7 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 (GA 141): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2 miles (GA 141 / Peachtree Industrial Boulevard): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.4 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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