How far is Chattanooga Valley, GA from Sandy Springs, GA?
The driving distance from Chattanooga Valley, GA to Sandy Springs, GA is about 110.8 miles (178.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 89.2 miles (143.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 53m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 56m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Bartow County, Georgia, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Chattanooga Valley and Sandy Springs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chattanooga Valley and Sandy Springs.
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Start on Allgood Road
1680 ft · 1 min · Allgood Road
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Continue on Mountain View Circle
718 ft · 34 sec · Mountain View Circle
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Turn right onto South Avenue
1540 ft · 1 min · South Avenue
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Turn left onto Chattanooga Valley Road
2696 ft · 1 min · Chattanooga Valley Road
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Turn right onto Happy Valley Road
1929 ft · 1 min · Happy Valley Road
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Turn left
2944 ft · 59 sec
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Turn right onto Battlefield Parkway
11 mi · 15 min · Battlefield Parkway
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Take the exit straight toward I 75 South
1496 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left
90.1 mi · 1 hr 38 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 285 Bypass West, I 285 Bypass East: Birmingham, Tampa, Greenville, Augusta
2272 ft · 32 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 285 East Bypass: Greenville, Augusta
1.4 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
2.9 mi · 3 min · Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
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Take the exit slight right toward Riverside Drive
1808 ft · 24 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Riverside Drive
41 m · 3 sec
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Turn slight right
65 m · 6 sec
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Turn right onto Riverside Drive Northwest
146 m · 14 sec · Riverside Drive Northwest
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Turn slight right onto Riverside Drive Northwest
976 ft · 28 sec · Riverside Drive Northwest
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Turn right onto Heards Ferry Road Northwest
3098 ft · 1 min · Heards Ferry Road Northwest
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Turn left onto Mount Vernon Highway
1.2 mi · 3 min · Mount Vernon Highway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Mount Vernon Highway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Chattanooga Valley and Sandy Springs.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 75 South
Merge slight left
90.1 mi · 01h 38m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Chattanooga Valley and Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Sandy Springs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Chattanooga Valley to Sandy Springs?
The road trip is about 110.8 miles (178.3 km) and usually takes 01h 56m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Adairsville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 55.2 miles from Chattanooga Valley and 55.6 miles from Sandy Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 89.2 miles (143.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.6 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:36 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.49 one way or $30.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Chattanooga Valley and Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Sandy Springs.
Stop Ideas Near Adairsville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Chattanooga Valley and Sandy Springs. Straight-line distance: 89.2 mi (143.55 km).
#1 Chattanooga Valley
Census-designated place in Walker County, Georgia
| Population | 3,846 |
| Coordinates | 34.9328500, -85.3555100 |
| Altitude | 227 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sandy Springs
A city in Fulton County, Georgia.
| Population | 109,928 |
| Coordinates | 33.9242700, -84.3785400 |
| Altitude | 333 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-84.378565, 33.924289)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 178 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 22m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.96 | $15.49 | $30.98 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $17.32 | $34.63 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $18.68 | $37.36 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $21.99 | $43.98 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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