Origin
Duluth, GA
Afternoon in Duluth on Friday
Local time
12:12 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Duluth, GA to Sandy Springs, GA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
26m
Distance
17.9 mi
29 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 25m
★
6 AM
0h 27m
8 AM
0h 31m
10 AM
0h 28m
12 PM
0h 28m
3 PM
0h 29m
5 PM
0h 31m
8 PM
0h 25m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Duluth, GA
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Trip Overview
Duluth, GA to Sandy Springs, GA is 17.9 miles and takes about 26 minutes via Peachtree Industrial Boulevard and Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Southeast region and Georgia state lines. Expect a turn-heavy local drive that's best suited for a single day. It's a straightforward option for connecting two points without requiring significant planning or time commitment.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 26m. Total distance: 17.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
This route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll encounter frequent intersections and traffic signals rather than long stretches of open road. With a 100% highway share, you'll be navigating roads that might feel more like local arterials than true interstates. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is 8.3 miles on Peachtree Industrial Boulevard, offering a brief period of more consistent travel before you transition back to more frequent turns. Expect a dynamic driving experience with constant adjustments.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Peachtree Industrial Boulevard is the longest continuous segment at about 8.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 0.1 miles in near US 23; GA 13 / Buford Highway.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 17.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 26m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 23; GA 13 / Buford Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 3 miles (Peachtree Industrial Boulevard): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 23; GA 13 / Buford Highway
Turn right onto US 23; GA 13 / Buford Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
Peachtree Industrial Boulevard
Turn sharp left onto Peachtree Industrial Boulevard
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
11.3 mi into trip
|
~16m 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
15.4 mi into trip
|
~22m 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
16.9 mi into trip
|
~24m 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
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Duluth, GA to Sandy Springs, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Chattanooga along the way.
Chattanooga
11.3 mi in
|
~16m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Peachtree Industrial Boulevard | 8.3 mi | 11m |
| Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter | 3.7 mi | 4m |
| Buford Highway | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Roswell Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| North Berkeley Lake Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| US 19 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West Lawrenceville Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Mount Vernon Highway | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Peachtree Industrial Boulevard
— 8.3 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Duluth, GA and Sandy Springs, GA.
1
Start on Main Street
43 ft
·
4 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto 120
453 ft
·
13 sec
·
West Lawrenceville Street
3
Turn right onto US 23; GA 13
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Buford Highway
Use the right lane.
4
Turn right onto North Berkeley Lake Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Berkeley Lake Road
Use the right lane.
5
Turn sharp left onto Peachtree Industrial Boulevard
8.3 mi
·
11 min
·
Peachtree Industrial Boulevard
Use the left lane.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 285 West: Marietta, Chattanooga
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 285
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
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.
9
Continue on this road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
this road
Exit 25
Toward US 19 South: Roswell Road
10
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.
11
Turn right onto GA 9
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Roswell Road
Use the right lane.
12
Turn right onto Mount Vernon Highway
180 ft
·
3 sec
·
Mount Vernon Highway
13
Arrive at destination
Mount Vernon Highway
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.80 one way
$5.60 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $3.06 | $6.12 |
| premium | $4.70 | $3.31 | $6.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.95 | $7.90 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.4 | 0 | $1.88 | $0.86 |
| Efficient EV | 4.5 | 0 | $1.57 | $0.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.2 | 0 | $2.51 | $1.15 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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.
Destination
Sandy Springs, GA
Afternoon in Sandy Springs on Friday
Local time
12:12 PM
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
26m 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 Duluth, GA to Sandy Springs, GA covers 17.9 miles and takes about 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Peachtree Industrial Boulevard, Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter, Buford Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.9 miles from Duluth, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.80 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.
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 17.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 26m.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 23; GA 13 / Buford Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 3 miles (Peachtree Industrial Boulevard): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Duluth, GA to Sandy Springs, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Chattanooga along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area and Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh 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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