Origin
Sandy Springs, GA
Afternoon in Sandy Springs on Thursday
Local time
2:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sandy Springs, GA to Zebulon, GA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 29m
Distance
62.4 mi
100 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 23m
★
6 AM
1h 29m
8 AM
1h 43m
10 AM
1h 34m
12 PM
1h 33m
3 PM
1h 35m
5 PM
1h 42m
8 PM
1h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
The drive from Sandy Springs, GA to Zebulon, GA covers 62.4 miles and takes about 1h 29m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Johnson Ferry Road Northeast, Glenridge Drive Northeast, Glenridge Connector for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.76 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 29m. Total distance: 62.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 29m drive with frequent turns across 62.4 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.
Johnson Ferry Road Northeast is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Sandy Springs, GA to Zebulon, GA is easy. At 1h 29m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Sandy Springs, GA to Zebulon, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Johnson Ferry Road Northeast | — | — |
| Glenridge Drive Northeast | — | — |
| Glenridge Connector | — | — |
| GA 400 South | — | — |
| T Harvey Mathis Parkway | — | — |
| Northeast Expressway | — | — |
| Downtown Connector | — | — |
| James Wendell George Parkway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Johnson Ferry Road Northeast
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sandy Springs, GA and Zebulon, GA.
1
Start on Mount Vernon Highway
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Mount Vernon Highway
2
Continue on Johnson Ferry Road Northeast
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Johnson Ferry Road Northeast
3
Turn right onto Glenridge Drive Northeast
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Glenridge Drive Northeast
4
Keep slight left to continue on Glenridge Connector
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Glenridge Connector
5
Take the ramp slight right toward GA 400 South
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
GA 400 South
6
Merge slight left onto T Harvey Mathis Parkway
5.6 mi
·
7 min
·
T Harvey Mathis Parkway
7
Merge slight left onto Northeast Expressway
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Northeast Expressway
8
Continue on Downtown Connector
5.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Downtown Connector
9
Continue on James Wendell George Parkway
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
James Wendell George Parkway
10
Keep slight left
7.6 mi
·
9 min
11
Take the exit slight right toward US 19, US 41, GA 3: Griffin, Jonesboro
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
US 19, US 41, GA 3: Griffin, Jonesboro
12
Continue on Tara Boulevard
16 mi
·
24 min
·
Tara Boulevard
13
Continue straight
12 mi
·
16 min
14
Take the exit straight toward Zebulon, Thomaston
371 ft
·
10 sec
·
Zebulon, Thomaston
15
Merge slight left onto Zebulon Road
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Zebulon Road
16
Continue on Fayetteville Street
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Fayetteville Street
17
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.2 mi from Sandy Springs, GA · 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.2 miles from Sandy Springs, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Zebulon, GA
The final approach into Zebulon, GA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.76 one way
$19.52 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $10.67 | $21.34 |
| premium | $4.70 | $11.55 | $23.10 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.78 | $27.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.7 | 0 | $6.55 | $3.00 |
| Efficient EV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.46 | $2.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25 | 0 | $8.74 | $3.99 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Destination
Zebulon, GA
Afternoon in Zebulon on Thursday
Local time
2:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°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
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 29m 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 Zebulon, GA covers 62.4 miles and takes about 1h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Johnson Ferry Road Northeast, Glenridge Drive Northeast, Glenridge Connector. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 31.2 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 $9.76 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.
The drive from Sandy Springs, GA to Zebulon, GA is easy. At 1h 29m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Sandy Springs, GA to Zebulon, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Sandy Springs, GA to Zebulon, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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