How far is Dahlonega, GA from Sandy Springs, GA?
The driving distance from Dahlonega, GA to Sandy Springs, GA is about 53.1 miles (85.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 47.7 miles (76.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 59m 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 00h 59m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Forsyth County, Georgia, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dahlonega and Sandy Springs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dahlonega and Sandy Springs.
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Start on Public Square South
36 m · 7 sec · Public Square South
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Continue on Public Square North
114 m · 19 sec · Public Square North
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Continue on South Chestatee Street
5.5 mi · 9 min · South Chestatee Street
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Turn right onto Cumming
8.5 mi · 11 min
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Continue straight
44 m · 2 sec
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Continue on GA 400 South, GA 53 West: Cumming, Dawsonville
34.8 mi · 41 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MARTA North Springs, Abernathy Road, Hammond Drive
1.1 km · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Abernathy Road, Hammond Drive
2652 ft · 1 min
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Continue on Abernathy Road, Hammond Drive
1282 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Abernathy Road
941 ft · 23 sec
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Continue on Dunwoody, Sandy Springs
744 ft · 10 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Sandy Springs
680 ft · 18 sec
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Turn straight onto Abernathy Road Northeast
1.2 mi · 2 min · Abernathy Road Northeast
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Turn left onto Roswell Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Roswell Road
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Turn left onto Mount Vernon Highway
55 m · 4 sec · 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 Dahlonega and Sandy Springs.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
GA 400 South
Continue on GA 400 South, GA 53 West: Cumming, Dawsonville
34.8 mi · 00h 41m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dahlonega to Sandy Springs?
The road trip is about 53.1 miles (85.4 km) and usually takes 00h 59m 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?
Cumming is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.5 miles from Dahlonega and 26.6 miles from Sandy Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 47.7 miles (76.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.4 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 4:30 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.41 one way or $14.81 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near Cumming
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 Dahlonega and Sandy Springs. Straight-line distance: 47.67 mi (76.71 km).
#1 Dahlonega
City in Lumpkin, Georgia, United States
| Population | 7,329 |
| Coordinates | 34.5325900, -83.9849100 |
| Altitude | 442 |
| 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: 85 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 39m |
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 | $7.41 | $14.81 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $8.28 | $16.56 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $8.93 | $17.87 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $10.52 | $21.03 |
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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