Origin
Sandy Springs, GA
Late night in Sandy Springs on Wednesday
Local time
2:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sandy Springs, GA to Austell, GA
Data updated 1 hour ago
Drive Time
32m
Distance
20 mi
32 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 30m
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6 AM
0h 33m
8 AM
0h 38m
10 AM
0h 35m
12 PM
0h 34m
3 PM
0h 35m
5 PM
0h 38m
8 PM
0h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Austell, GA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Sandy Springs, GA to Austell, GA covers 20 miles and takes about 32m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter, Veterans Memorial Highway Southwest, Fontaine Road Southeast for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 8 miles on Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.13 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
10 miles from Sandy Springs, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 14m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 32m drive with frequent turns across 20 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter is the longest continuous segment at about 8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Boylston Drive Northeast.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 20 miles you will encounter 11 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: at 0.1 miles (Boylston Drive Northeast): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Hilderbrand Drive Northeast): Navigation decision point; at 9.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Boylston Drive Northeast
Turn right onto Boylston Drive Northeast
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Hilderbrand Drive Northeast
Turn right onto Hilderbrand Drive Northeast
Navigation decision point
8
9.6 mi into trip
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~13m in
Take the exit toward South Atlanta Road, Smyrna
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 16
Toward South Atlanta Road, Smyrna
6
16.5 mi into trip
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~26m in
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US 78; US 278; GA 8 / Veterans Memorial Highway Southwest
Turn right onto US 78; US 278; GA 8 / Veterans Memorial Highway Southwest
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
20 mi into trip
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~32m in
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Love Street
Turn left onto Love Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
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 Sandy Springs, GA to Austell, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Smyrna along the way.
Smyrna
9.6 mi in
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~13m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter | 8 mi | 9m |
| Veterans Memorial Highway Southwest | 3.3 mi | 6m |
| Fontaine Road Southeast | 2.8 mi | 5m |
| East-West Connector | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| Roswell Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Cumberland Parkway Southeast | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Atlanta Road Southeast | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Floyd Road Southwest | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
— 8 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sandy Springs, GA and Austell, GA.
1
Start on Mount Vernon Highway
374 ft
·
12 sec
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Mount Vernon Highway
2
Turn right onto Boylston Drive Northeast
506 ft
·
24 sec
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Boylston Drive Northeast
3
Turn right onto Hilderbrand Drive Northeast
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
Hilderbrand Drive Northeast
4
Turn left onto GA 9
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Roswell Road
Use the right lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 285 West: Dorothy Felton Interchange
Use the right lane.
6
Merge onto I 285
8.0 mi
·
9 min
·
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 16
Toward South Atlanta Road, Smyrna
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn straight onto Atlanta Road Southeast
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
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Atlanta Road Southeast
Use the left lane.
9
Turn left onto Cumberland Parkway Southeast
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Cumberland Parkway Southeast
Use the left lane.
10
Continue on East-West Connector
2.4 mi
·
4 min
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East-West Connector
Use the straight lane.
11
Turn left onto Fontaine Road Southeast
2.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Fontaine Road Southeast
12
Turn left onto Floyd Road Southwest
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
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Floyd Road Southwest
13
Turn right onto US 78; US 278; GA 8
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway Southwest
Use the right lane.
14
Continue on US 78; US 278; GA 5; GA 8
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Veterans Memorial Parkway Southwest
15
Continue on US 78; US 278; GA 5; GA 8
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway Southwest
16
Turn left onto Love Street
111 ft
·
3 sec
·
Love Street
Use the left lane.
17
Arrive at destination
Love Street
Trip Plan
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 10 miles from Sandy Springs, GA, or about 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 8 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 20 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 10 miles or 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 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Austell, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Sandy Springs, 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 Sandy Springs, GA
This is one driving day of about 20 miles and 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Sandy Springs, 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 Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter for about 8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 10 mi from Sandy Springs, GA · 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
10 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 10 miles from Sandy Springs, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Austell, GA
The final approach into Austell, 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 Austell, 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
$3.13 one way
$6.26 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $3.42 | $6.84 |
| premium | $4.70 | $3.70 | $7.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.42 | $8.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6 | 0 | $2.10 | $0.96 |
| Efficient EV | 5 | 0 | $1.75 | $0.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8 | 0 | $2.80 | $1.28 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Austell, GA
Late night in Austell on Wednesday
Local time
2:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°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
32m 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 Sandy Springs, GA to Austell, GA covers 20 miles and takes about 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter, Veterans Memorial Highway Southwest, Fontaine Road Southeast. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 10 miles from Sandy Springs, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.13 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 20 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Boylston Drive Northeast): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Hilderbrand Drive Northeast): Navigation decision point; at 9.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Sandy Springs, GA to Austell, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Smyrna along the way.
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