The drive from Colquitt, GA to Sandy Springs, GA covers 224 miles and takes about 4h 21m 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 86.3 miles on US 27.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $35.03 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
112 miles from Colquitt, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 14m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 21m. Total distance: 224 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Drive Character
The drive from Colquitt, GA to Sandy Springs, GA covers 224 miles and takes about 4h 21m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 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 86.3 miles.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,091 ft171 ft
Total Climb
1,054 ft
Total Descent
134 ft
Highest Point
1,091 ft
~224 mi in
Elevation Range
920 ft
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 0.2 miles in near GA 45; GA 91 / South Cuthbert 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 18 significant decision points across 224 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 0.2 miles (GA 45; GA 91 / South Cuthbert Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 100.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 197.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|GA 45; GA 91 / South Cuthbert Street
Keep slight right at fork onto GA 45; GA 91 / South Cuthbert Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
6
100.2 mi into trip|~2h 1m 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
197.3 mi into trip|~3h 46m 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
197.7 mi into trip|~3h 47m 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
221.5 mi into trip|~4h 16m 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 Colquitt, GA and Sandy Springs, GA, road signs point toward Atlanta, Atlanta International Airport and Chattanooga.
Atlanta
99.8 mi in|~2h 1m
Atlanta International Airport
197.3 mi in|~3h 46m
Chattanooga
197.7 mi in|~3h 47m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 27
86.3 mi
1h 42m
Chet Atkins Parkway
49.2 mi
53m
Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
47.5 mi
50m
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
22.6 mi
26m
Martha Berry Highway
10.9 mi
14m
Crawford Street
2.3 mi
3m
Mount Vernon Highway
1.2 mi
2m
Heards Ferry Road Northwest
0.6 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
US 27
— 86.3 mi, about 1h 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Colquitt, GA and Sandy Springs, GA.
1
Start on College Street
55 ft·3 sec·College Street
2
Turn right onto North 1st Street
335 ft·7 sec·North 1st Street
3
Turn left onto GA 45; GA 91
328 ft·7 sec·Main Street
4
Turn left onto GA 45; GA 91
333 ft·7 sec·South Cuthbert Street
5
Keep slight right at fork onto GA 45; GA 91
74 ft·2 sec·South Cuthbert Street
6
Turn right onto GA 45; GA 91
0.1 mi·14 sec·West College Street
7
Turn right onto US 27; GA 1; GA 45; GA 91
2.3 mi·3 min·Crawford Street
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on US 27; GA 1
10 mi·11 min·US 27; GA 1
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on US 27; GA 1
19 mi·22 min·US 27; GA 1
Use the left / straight lanes.
10
Continue on US 27; GA 1
57 mi·1 hr 7 min·US 27; GA 1
Use the straight lane.
11
Turn left onto US 27; US 280; GA 1; GA 520
11 mi·14 min·Martha Berry Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi·49 sec
Toward I 185 North: LaGrange, Atlanta
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi·47 sec
Toward I 185 North: LaGrange, Atlanta
14
Continue on I 185
49 mi·53 min·Chet Atkins Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Merge onto I 85
47 mi·50 min·Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi·48 sec
Exit 68Toward I 285: Atlanta Bypass, Atlanta International AirportUse the slight right lane.
17
Keep slight left at fork
1.2 mi·2 min
Toward I 285 North: Birmingham, ChattanoogaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Merge onto I 285
23 mi·26 min·Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
Use the straight lane.
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi·23 sec
Exit 24Toward Riverside DriveUse the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Keep slight left at fork
134 ft·2 sec
Toward Riverside Drive
21
Turn slight right
214 ft·6 sec
22
Turn right onto Riverside Drive Northwest
478 ft·14 sec·Riverside Drive Northwest
23
Turn slight right onto Riverside Drive Northwest
0.2 mi·27 sec·Riverside Drive Northwest
24
Turn right onto Heards Ferry Road Northwest
0.6 mi·1 min·Heards Ferry Road Northwest
25
Turn left onto Mount Vernon Highway
1.2 mi·2 min·Mount Vernon Highway
26
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 112 miles from Colquitt, GA, or about 2h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 86.3 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 49 miles or 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 112 miles or 2h 14m 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 32m
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 Colquitt, 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 Colquitt, GA
This is one driving day of about 224 miles and 4h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 49 miles from Colquitt, 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 86.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 112 mi from Colquitt, GA
· 2h 14m into the drive
The midpoint is around 112 miles from Colquitt, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel check
Top up before US 27 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 86.3 miles.
Arriving in Sandy Springs, GA
The final approach into Sandy Springs, GA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Sandy Springs, GA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$35.03 one way
$70.06 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg78 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$38.30
$76.60
premium
$4.70
$41.46
$82.92
diesel
$5.61
$49.46
$98.91
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 78.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
67.2
0
$23.52
$10.75
Efficient EV
56
0
$19.60
$8.96
EV Truck/SUV
89.6
1
$31.36
$14.34
Gas CO2
78 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (67% 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 14, 2026
Origin
Colquitt, GA
Afternoon
in Colquitt on Saturday
Local time
12:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Mostly Clear
0 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 13 at 9:32PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 13 at 8:14PM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Destination
Sandy Springs, GA
Afternoon
in Sandy Springs on Saturday
Local time
12:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
54°F
Columbus, GA
112 mi in
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
3 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 21m 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 Colquitt, GA to Sandy Springs, GA covers 224 miles and takes about 4h 21m 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 112 miles from Colquitt, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $35.03 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 18 significant decision points across 224 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 0.2 miles (GA 45; GA 91 / South Cuthbert Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 100.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 197.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Colquitt, GA and Sandy Springs, GA, road signs point toward Atlanta, Atlanta International Airport and Chattanooga.
Gently rolling terrain. The route ranges from 171 ft to 1,091 ft elevation with about 1,054 ft of total climbing.
