Origin
Union Point, GA
Afternoon in Union Point on Friday
Local time
12:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Union Point, 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
1h 35m
Distance
94.6 mi
152 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 28m
★
6 AM
1h 35m
8 AM
1h 50m
10 AM
1h 40m
12 PM
1h 39m
3 PM
1h 41m
5 PM
1h 49m
8 PM
1h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Union Point, GA
Sebastián Casimiro
Trip Overview
Spanning 94.6 miles across the Southeast, this trip from Union Point to Sandy Springs is a straightforward journey that takes approximately 1 hour and 35 minutes. You can easily complete this drive in a single day, making it a convenient option for those looking to travel between these two Georgia locations. With a fuel budget of roughly $15, the trip is quite economical for solo drivers or small groups. Since you will be sticking to local roads rather than major interstates, you should prepare for a more hands-on driving experience. It is a practical, no-fuss route that serves its purpose for a quick transition between regions without requiring an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
47.3 miles from Union Point, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 47m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 35m. Total distance: 94.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive as you navigate your way through the Georgia landscape. Unlike monotonous interstate travel, this 94.6-mile path relies entirely on local roads like Veazey Street, Scott Street, and Lamb Avenue. Because the highway share is 0%, you will find yourself constantly adjusting to the rhythm of local traffic and road conditions. This route demands your full attention, as the lack of high-speed highway stretches means you will be navigating intersections and turns for the duration of the 1 hour and 35-minute trip. It is a technical drive that rewards drivers who prefer staying off the main interstates.
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.
Veazey Street 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 Union Point, GA to Sandy Springs, GA is easy. At 1h 35m 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 Union Point, GA to Sandy Springs, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veazey Street | — | — |
| Scott Street | — | — |
| Lamb Avenue | — | — |
| East Broad Street | — | — |
| South Main Street | — | — |
| I-20 West | — | — |
| Carl Sanders Highway | — | — |
| Purple Heart Highway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Veazey Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Union Point, GA and Sandy Springs, GA.
1
Start on Carlton Avenue
318 ft
·
18 sec
·
Carlton Avenue
2
Turn right onto Veazey Street
135 ft
·
6 sec
·
Veazey Street
3
Continue on Scott Street
472 ft
·
24 sec
·
Scott Street
4
Turn right onto Lamb Avenue
5.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Lamb Avenue
5
Continue on East Broad Street
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
East Broad Street
6
Turn left onto South Main Street
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
South Main Street
7
Take the ramp right toward I-20 West: Atlanta
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
I-20 West: Atlanta
8
Merge slight left onto Carl Sanders Highway
16 mi
·
17 min
·
Carl Sanders Highway
9
Continue on Purple Heart Highway
47 mi
·
50 min
·
Purple Heart Highway
10
Take the exit slight right toward I 285 Bypass North: Greenville, Chattanooga
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
I 285 Bypass North: Greenville, Chattanooga
11
Merge slight left onto Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
19 mi
·
21 min
·
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
12
Take the exit slight right toward US 19 South, GA 400 North: Roswell Road, Sandy Springs
518 ft
·
13 sec
·
US 19 South, GA 400 North: Roswell Road, Sandy Springs
13
Continue on US 19 South: Roswell Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
US 19 South: Roswell Road
14
Keep slight right to continue on US 19 South: Roswell Road, Sandy Springs
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
US 19 South: Roswell Road, Sandy Springs
15
Turn right onto Roswell Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Roswell Road
16
Turn right onto Mount Vernon Highway
180 ft
·
4 sec
·
Mount Vernon Highway
17
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. Budget about $15 for fuel to cover the 94.6 miles, but remember to fill up before you leave Union Point to avoid any mid-trip stops. Because you are navigating turn-heavy local roads, stay alert at intersections and keep a close eye on your GPS to ensure you stay on the correct path along Lamb Avenue and the surrounding streets. You do not need to worry about long, uninterrupted stretches, so use the lack of highway miles as an opportunity to pace your drive comfortably. Taking this route as a single-day excursion is the most efficient way to reach Sandy Springs.
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 47.3 miles from Union Point, GA, or about 47m into the drive.
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 21 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 47.3 miles or 47m 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 18m
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 Union Point, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Union Point, GA
This is one driving day of about 94.6 miles and 1h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Union Point, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 47.3 mi from Union Point, GA · 47m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
47 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 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 47.3 miles from Union Point, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.79 one way
$29.59 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $16.18 | $32.35 |
| premium | $4.70 | $17.51 | $35.02 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.89 | $41.77 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28.4 | 0 | $9.93 | $4.54 |
| Efficient EV | 23.7 | 0 | $8.28 | $3.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37.8 | 0 | $13.24 | $6.05 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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
12:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Covington, GA
47 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 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 35m 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 Union Point, GA to Sandy Springs, GA covers 94.6 miles and takes about 1h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Veazey Street, Scott Street, Lamb Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 47.3 miles from Union Point, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.79 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 Union Point, GA to Sandy Springs, GA is easy. At 1h 35m 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 Union Point, GA to Sandy Springs, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Union Point, GA to Sandy Springs, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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