Summerville, GA to Sandy Springs, GA is 82.8 miles and takes about 1h 45m via I 75 and Martha Berry Highway, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Georgia, moving from the Southeast region to the Southeast region. Expect a mixed drive that balances highway speeds with some local road travel. Given the relatively short distance and duration, this route is easily manageable as a single-day excursion. It’s a straightforward path that gets you where you need to go without excessive complexity.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
41.4 miles from Summerville, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 56m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
45.7 mi
50m
Martha Berry Highway
13.3 mi
17m
Turkey Mountain Road
7.7 mi
11m
Adairsville Highway
5.5 mi
9m
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
2.9 mi
3m
Adairsville Road Northeast
2.6 mi
4m
Mount Vernon Highway
1.2 mi
2m
Heards Ferry Road Northwest
0.6 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 45.7 mi, about 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Summerville, GA and Sandy Springs, GA.
1
Start on Washington Avenue
27 ft·8 sec·Washington Avenue
2
Turn left onto US 27; GA 1
0.2 mi·16 sec·Commerce Street
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on US 27; GA 1
0.6 mi·1 min·Rome Boulevard
4
Continue on US 27; GA 1
13 mi·17 min·Martha Berry Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Turn left onto GA 140
7.7 mi·11 min·Turkey Mountain Road
Use the left lane.
6
Continue on GA 140
2.6 mi·4 min·Adairsville Road Northeast
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on GA 140
4.4 mi·7 min·Adairsville Highway
Use the left / straight lanes.
8
Turn slight left
514 ft·10 sec
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
9
Continue on GA 140
1.1 mi·1 min·Adairsville Highway
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
10
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·53 sec
Toward I 75 South: Atlanta
11
Merge onto I 75
46 mi·50 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi·31 sec
Exit 259Toward I 285 Bypass West, I 285 Bypass East: Birmingham, Tampa, Greenville, AugustaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.9 mi·1 min
Toward I 285 East Bypass: Greenville, AugustaUse the slight right lane.
14
Merge onto I 285
2.9 mi·3 min·Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi·23 sec
Exit 24Toward Riverside DriveUse the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork
134 ft·2 sec
Toward Riverside Drive
17
Turn slight right
214 ft·6 sec
18
Turn right onto Riverside Drive Northwest
478 ft·14 sec·Riverside Drive Northwest
19
Turn slight right onto Riverside Drive Northwest
0.2 mi·27 sec·Riverside Drive Northwest
20
Turn right onto Heards Ferry Road Northwest
0.6 mi·1 min·Heards Ferry Road Northwest
21
Turn left onto Mount Vernon Highway
1.2 mi·2 min·Mount Vernon Highway
22
Arrive at destination
Mount Vernon Highway
Trip Plan
With a drive time of just under two hours, this is a route where you have plenty of flexibility. You could comfortably leave in the morning and arrive well before lunch, or depart in the afternoon and reach your destination with time to spare. There are no listed stops, so consider planning your own break if needed, perhaps around the halfway point. Given the $13 fuel cost estimate, it’s a budget-friendly trip. Keep an eye out for any potential traffic slowdowns as you approach the Sandy Springs area, especially if traveling during peak hours.
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 41.4 miles from Summerville, GA, or about 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 45.7 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 18 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.4 miles or 56m 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 28m
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 Summerville, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Summerville, GA
This is one driving day of about 82.8 miles and 1h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Summerville, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 45.7 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 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 80.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
0 mi into trip|~0m in|US 27; GA 1 / Commerce Street
Turn left onto US 27; GA 1 / Commerce Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
14.1 mi into trip|~18m in|GA 140 / Turkey Mountain Road
Turn left onto GA 140 / Turkey Mountain Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
76.1 mi into trip|~1h 34m in
Take the exit toward I 285 Bypass West, I 285 Bypass East: Birmingham, Tampa, Greenville, Augusta
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.
Exit 259
Toward I 285 Bypass West, I 285 Bypass East: Bi...
8
76.6 mi into trip|~1h 35m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 285 East Bypass: Greenville, Augusta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 285 East Bypass: Greenville, Augusta
7
80.3 mi into trip|~1h 40m 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
$12.95 one way
$25.90 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg29 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$14.16
$28.31
premium
$4.70
$15.32
$30.65
diesel
$5.61
$18.28
$36.56
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
24.8
0
$8.69
$3.97
Efficient EV
20.7
0
$7.24
$3.31
EV Truck/SUV
33.1
0
$11.59
$5.30
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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
Summerville, GA
Morning
in Summerville on Sunday
Local time
11:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Sandy Springs, GA
Morning
in Sandy Springs on Sunday
Local time
11:56 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
25 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
1h 45m 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 82.8
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...
11 mi from route
~26 min detour
Free
near mile 77.1
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 55% of the journey taking place on highways. You'll encounter stretches on I 75 and Martha Berry Highway, which generally allow for steady progress. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll navigate is 45.7 miles on I 75, offering a good opportunity to settle into a rhythm. The route transitions between faster highway segments and potentially slower, more winding sections on roads like Turkey Mountain Road, so be prepared for varying driving conditions as you progress.
55% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 45.7 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
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 early in the drive near US 27; GA 1 / Commerce Street.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 82.8 miles you will encounter 13 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: near the start (US 27; GA 1 / Commerce Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 14.1 miles (GA 140 / Turkey Mountain Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 76.1 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 Summerville, GA and Sandy Springs, GA, road signs point toward Tampa, Greenville and Augusta.
Tampa
76.1 mi in|~1h 34m
Greenville
76.1 mi in|~1h 34m
Augusta
76.1 mi in|~1h 34m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 45m. Total distance: 82.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (55%). 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 45.7 miles on I 75. 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: near the start (US 27; GA 1 / Commerce Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 14.1 miles (GA 140 / Turkey Mountain Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 76.1 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.
