Trip from Comer, GA to Sandy Springs, GA

Drive Time

1h 43m

Distance

80.5 mi

130 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$13

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 23 min

4 AM

1h 36m ★

6 AM

1h 43m

8 AM

1h 59m

10 AM

1h 49m

12 PM

1h 47m

3 PM

1h 50m

5 PM

1h 58m

8 PM

1h 39m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Comer, GA

Connor Forsyth

Trip Overview

Spanning 80.5 miles across Georgia, this trip from Comer to Sandy Springs is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 43 minutes. Because of the manageable distance, it works perfectly as a single-day excursion, saving you the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $13 on fuel for the trip, making it a budget-friendly option for your schedule. The route transitions through the Southeast, moving from the smaller community of Comer toward the bustling urban environment of Sandy Springs. Whether you are traveling for business or a visit, this highway-focused drive offers a direct path between the two points.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

40.2 miles from Comer, GA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a trip defined by efficiency, as 72% of your travel time will be spent on highways. You will navigate via GA 72 and University Parkway before merging onto I-85 to complete the trek. The longest uninterrupted segment occurs on University Parkway, where you will cover 35.2 miles of the route. This is primarily a highway-focused drive, so you should be prepared for steady speeds rather than technical, winding local roads. As you progress from the quieter corridors of Comer into the denser infrastructure nearing Sandy Springs, the road character shifts from regional highway driving to the high-traffic flow of the interstate.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

University Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 35.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on University Parkway and GA 72. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 14.6 miles in.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 80.5 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 14.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 22 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 20 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

14.6 mi into trip | ~19m in

Take the exit toward US 129 North, US 411 North, GA 10 Loop Outer: Commerce, Jefferson

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 10B Toward US 129 North, US 411 North, GA 10 Loop O...

21.7 mi into trip | ~28m in

Take the exit toward US 78 Business, GA 10: Atlanta Highway, Monroe

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 18 Toward US 78 Business, GA 10: Atlanta Highway,...

22 mi into trip | ~28m in

Keep slight left at fork toward GA 10, US 78 Bus

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the none lane. Toward GA 10, US 78 Bus

71.2 mi into trip | ~1h 29m in

Take the exit toward I 285 West Bypass: Chattanooga, Birmingham

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 95B Toward I 285 West Bypass: Chattanooga, Birmingh...

71.8 mi into trip | ~1h 31m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 285 West: Chattanooga, Birmingham

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 285 West: Chattanooga, Birmingham

Towns Along This Route

Between Comer, GA and Sandy Springs, GA, road signs point toward Jefferson, Monroe and Birmingham.

Jefferson

14.6 mi in | ~19m

Monroe

21.7 mi in | ~28m

Birmingham

71.2 mi in | ~1h 29m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
University Parkway	35.2 mi	43m
GA 72	12.6 mi	16m
I 85	9 mi	9m
Outer Loop 10	6.8 mi	7m
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter	5.7 mi	6m
Atlanta Highway	2.3 mi	4m
Monroe Highway	1.2 mi	1m
US 29	1.1 mi	1m

Longest stretch: University Parkway — 35.2 mi, about 43m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Comer, GA and Sandy Springs, GA.

Start on GA 22

58 ft · 6 sec · Main Street

Turn left onto East Sunset Avenue

0.9 mi · 1 min · East Sunset Avenue

At end of road, turn left onto GA 72

13 mi · 16 min · GA 72

Use the none lane.

Turn left onto US 29; GA 8

1.1 mi · 1 min · US 29; GA 8

Use the left lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 32 sec

Exit 10B Toward US 129 North, US 411 North, GA 10 Loop Outer: Commerce, Jefferson Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto US 129; US 441; GA 10 Loop; GA 15

6.8 mi · 7 min · Outer Loop 10

Use the none / straight / right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 32 sec

Exit 18 Toward US 78 Business, GA 10: Atlanta Highway, Monroe Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

268 ft · 6 sec

Toward GA 10, US 78 Bus Use the none lane.

Turn right onto US 78 Business; GA 10

2.3 mi · 4 min · Atlanta Highway

Use the left / straight lanes.

Turn slight left onto US 78 Business; GA 10

1.2 mi · 1 min · Monroe Highway

Use the left lane.

Take the ramp

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward US 29 West, GA 316 West: Atlanta Use the right lane.

Merge onto US 29; GA 8; GA 316

35 mi · 43 min · University Parkway

Use the none lane.

Keep slight left at fork

1.0 mi · 1 min

Toward I 85 South: Atlanta Use the none lane.

Merge onto I 85

9.0 mi · 9 min · I 85

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min

Exit 95B Toward I 285 West Bypass: Chattanooga, Birmingham Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 32 sec

Toward I 285 West: Chattanooga, Birmingham Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 285

5.7 mi · 6 min · Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

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.

Continue on this road

1.4 mi · 2 min · this road

Exit 25 Toward US 19 South: Roswell Road

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.

Turn right onto GA 9

0.8 mi · 1 min · Roswell Road

Use the right lane.

Turn right onto Mount Vernon Highway

180 ft · 3 sec · Mount Vernon Highway

Arrive at destination

Mount Vernon Highway

Trip Plan

Since this is a relatively short 1-hour and 43-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time to avoid peak traffic. While there are no formal stops required on this 80.5-mile stretch, keep in mind that I-85 can experience significant congestion, so checking local traffic reports before you leave Comer is a smart move. Because the entire trip only costs about $13 in fuel, you won't need to stress about frequent refueling stops along the way. Use the 35.2-mile stretch on University Parkway to settle into a comfortable pace before you merge into the heavier traffic patterns of the interstate system.

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 40.2 miles from Comer, GA, or about 53m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 35.2 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 80 miles or 1h 42m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 40.2 miles or 53m 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 26m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sandy Springs, GA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Comer, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Comer, GA

This is one driving day of about 80.5 miles and 1h 43m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Comer, GA.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.

The longest stretch is on University Parkway for about 35.2 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 40.2 mi from Comer, GA · 53m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Greenville, SC

40 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Centre, AL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Greenville, SC

Meal break

The midpoint is around 40.2 miles from Comer, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

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

$12.88 one way

$25.77 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 28 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.43	$14.04	$28.07
premium	$4.78	$15.14	$30.29
diesel	$5.64	$17.88	$35.77

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: 28.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	24.2	$8.45	$3.86
Efficient EV	20.1	$7.04	$3.22
EV Truck/SUV	32.2	$11.27	$5.15

Gas CO2

28 kg

EV CO2

9 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 data refreshed 2 days ago

Origin

Comer, GA

Evening in Comer on Sunday

Local time

6:55 PM

EDT

Current temp

62°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Sandy Springs, GA

Evening in Sandy Springs on Sunday

Local time

6:55 PM

EDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

63°F

Greenville, SC

40 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

2 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 43m 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Comer, GA to Sandy Springs, GA covers 80.5 miles and takes about 1h 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are University Parkway, GA 72, I 85. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 40.2 miles from Comer, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.88 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

Between Comer, GA and Sandy Springs, GA, road signs point toward Jefferson, Monroe and Birmingham.

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Trip from Comer, GA to Sandy Springs, GA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Sandy Springs, GA

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Comer, GA

Sandy Springs, GA

Same local time

2 degrees warmer at arrival

1h 43m on the road

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