How far is Lincolnton, GA from Sandy Springs, GA?
The driving distance from Lincolnton, GA to Sandy Springs, GA is about 147.5 miles (237.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 109.4 miles (176 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 44m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 22m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Consolidated city-county and county seat of Clarke County, Georgia, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lincolnton and Sandy Springs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lincolnton and Sandy Springs.
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Start on Main Street
48 m · 12 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto Washington Street
1.5 mi · 2 min · Washington Street
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Continue straight
14.6 mi · 22 min
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Turn right
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Turn left
42.2 mi · 51 min
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Turn left onto US 129 South, US 441 South, US 29 South, GA 10 Loop South, US 78 West, GA 10 West
2206 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left onto Inner Loop 10
5.9 mi · 7 min · Inner Loop 10
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Take the exit slight right toward US 29 South, US 78 West, GA 316 West: Atlanta, Monroe
1582 ft · 41 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left onto University Parkway
39.5 mi · 49 min · University Parkway
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Keep slight left to continue on I 85 South: Atlanta
1 mi · 1 min
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Merge slight left
9 mi · 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 285 West Bypass: Chattanooga, Birmingham
1 km · 1 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 285 West: Chattanooga, Birmingham
2431 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left onto Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
5.7 mi · 7 min · Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
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Take the exit slight right toward US 19 South, GA 400 North: Roswell Road, Sandy Springs
158 m · 13 sec
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Continue on US 19 South: Roswell Road
1.4 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight right to continue on US 19 South: Roswell Road, Sandy Springs
990 ft · 25 sec
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Turn right onto Roswell Road
1.2 km · 2 min · Roswell Road
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Turn right 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 Lincolnton and Sandy Springs.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Longest stretch
Turn left
42.2 mi · 00h 52m
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 Lincolnton to Sandy Springs?
The road trip is about 147.5 miles (237.3 km) and usually takes 02h 22m 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?
Athens is a useful midpoint, sitting about 62.4 miles from Lincolnton and 85.1 miles from Sandy Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 109.4 miles (176 km), while the road route adds roughly 38.1 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 1:46 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.60 one way or $41.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 46.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Lincolnton and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Sandy Springs.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lincolnton and Sandy Springs. Straight-line distance: 109.37 mi (176.01 km).
#1 Lincolnton
Township in Lincoln County, North Carolina
| Population | 1,504 |
| Coordinates | 33.7923500, -82.4790200 |
| Altitude | 143 |
| 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: 237 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 50m |
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 | $20.60 | $41.19 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $23.03 | $46.06 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $24.85 | $49.69 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $29.24 | $58.49 |
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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