The drive from Centerville, GA to Sandy Springs, GA covers 214 miles and takes about 4h 14m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 27, Chet Atkins Parkway, Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is mixed drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 56.9 miles on US 27.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $33.46 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
107 miles from Centerville, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 13m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 14m. Total distance: 214 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
The drive from Centerville, GA to Sandy Springs, GA covers 214 miles and takes about 4h 14m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 27 is the longest continuous segment at about 56.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 8.9 miles in near GA 62 / Magnolia Street.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 214 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 8.9 miles (GA 62 / Magnolia Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 90.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 187.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
8.9 mi into trip|~15m in|GA 62 / Magnolia Street
Enter roundabout onto GA 62 / Magnolia Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
90.1 mi into trip|~1h 54m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 185 North: LaGrange, Atlanta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 185 North: LaGrange, Atlanta
8
187.3 mi into trip|~3h 40m 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
187.7 mi into trip|~3h 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
211.5 mi into trip|~4h 9m 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
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Centerville, GA and Sandy Springs, GA, road signs point toward Atlanta, Atlanta International Airport and Chattanooga.
Atlanta
89.8 mi in|~1h 54m
Atlanta International Airport
187.3 mi in|~3h 40m
Chattanooga
187.7 mi in|~3h 40m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 27
56.9 mi
1h 7m
Chet Atkins Parkway
49.2 mi
53m
Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
47.5 mi
50m
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
22.6 mi
26m
Blakley Highway
12.3 mi
14m
Martha Berry Highway
10.9 mi
14m
Lucile Road
3.4 mi
6m
Lucile Highway
3.2 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
US 27
— 56.9 mi, about 1h 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Centerville, GA and Sandy Springs, GA.
1
Start on Damascus-Hilton Road
1.5 mi·2 min·Damascus-Hilton Road
2
Turn right onto GA 39
3.2 mi·5 min·Lucile Highway
3
Continue on GA 39
3.3 mi·5 min·Lucile Road
4
Continue on GA 39
0.1 mi·19 sec·Lucile Road
5
Turn left onto US 27 Business; GA 39
0.8 mi·1 min·South Main Street
6
Enter roundabout onto GA 62
326 ft·13 sec·Magnolia Street
7
Continue on GA 62
0.8 mi·1 min·Magnolia Street
8
Turn left onto US 27; GA 1
12 mi·14 min·Blakley Highway
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on US 27; GA 1
57 mi·1 hr 7 min·US 27; GA 1
Use the straight lane.
10
Turn left onto US 27; US 280; GA 1; GA 520
11 mi·14 min·Martha Berry Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi·49 sec
Toward I 185 North: LaGrange, Atlanta
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi·47 sec
Toward I 185 North: LaGrange, Atlanta
13
Continue on I 185
49 mi·53 min·Chet Atkins Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Merge onto I 85
47 mi·50 min·Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi·48 sec
Exit 68Toward I 285: Atlanta Bypass, Atlanta International AirportUse the slight right lane.
16
Keep slight left at fork
1.2 mi·2 min
Toward I 285 North: Birmingham, ChattanoogaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Merge onto I 285
23 mi·26 min·Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
Use the straight lane.
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi·23 sec
Exit 24Toward Riverside DriveUse the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight left at fork
134 ft·2 sec
Toward Riverside Drive
20
Turn slight right
214 ft·6 sec
21
Turn right onto Riverside Drive Northwest
478 ft·14 sec·Riverside Drive Northwest
22
Turn slight right onto Riverside Drive Northwest
0.2 mi·27 sec·Riverside Drive Northwest
23
Turn right onto Heards Ferry Road Northwest
0.6 mi·1 min·Heards Ferry Road Northwest
24
Turn left onto Mount Vernon Highway
1.2 mi·2 min·Mount Vernon Highway
25
Arrive at destination
Mount Vernon Highway
Trip Plan
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 107 miles from Centerville, GA, or about 2h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 56.9 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 47 miles or 1h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 107 miles or 2h 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 27m
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 Centerville, 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 Centerville, GA
This is one driving day of about 214 miles and 4h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 47 miles from Centerville, 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 US 27 for about 56.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 107 mi from Centerville, GA
· 2h 13m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
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 214
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...
7 mi from route
~18 min detour
Free
near mile 199.2
Few U.S. Presidents have had such close ties with where they were born and raised. The rural southern culture of Plains, Georgia revolves around farming, church, and school, which had a large influenc...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$33.46 one way
$66.93 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg75 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$36.59
$73.18
premium
$4.70
$39.61
$79.21
diesel
$5.61
$47.25
$94.50
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 74.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
5 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: good
Tesla Supercharger
Newnan, Georgia
Tesla
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Newnan, Georgia
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
Nissan Charging Station
Newnan, Georgia
Other
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
LaGrange, Georgia
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
Blink Charging Station
Newnan, Georgia
Blink
1 DCFC
ChargePoint: 2
Tesla: 1
Other: 1
Blink: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
64.2
0
$22.47
$10.27
Efficient EV
53.5
0
$18.72
$8.56
EV Truck/SUV
85.6
1
$29.96
$13.70
Gas CO2
75 kg
EV CO2
25 kg (67% 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
Centerville, GA
Night
in Centerville on Thursday
Local time
9:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Sandy Springs, GA
Night
in Sandy Springs on Thursday
Local time
9:33 PM
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
1 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
4h 14m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Centerville, GA to Sandy Springs, GA covers 214 miles and takes about 4h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 27, Chet Atkins Parkway, Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 107 miles from Centerville, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $33.46 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 214 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 8.9 miles (GA 62 / Magnolia Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 90.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 187.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Centerville, GA and Sandy Springs, GA, road signs point toward Atlanta, Atlanta International Airport and Chattanooga.
