How far is Lumpkin, GA from Sandy Springs, GA?
The driving distance from Lumpkin, GA to Sandy Springs, GA is about 154.6 miles (248.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 131.7 miles (212 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 56m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 28m.
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.
City in Troup County, Georgia, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lumpkin and Sandy Springs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lumpkin and Sandy Springs.
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Start on Broad Street
26 m · 11 sec · Broad Street
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Turn left onto Chestnut Street
1.1 km · 1 min · Chestnut Street
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Take the ramp slight right
44 m · 4 sec
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Merge slight left onto Martha Berry Highway
18 mi · 21 min · Martha Berry Highway
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Turn left onto Martha Berry Highway
10.9 mi · 15 min · Martha Berry Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 185 North: LaGrange, Atlanta
2018 ft · 49 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 185 North: LaGrange, Atlanta
2487 ft · 47 sec
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Continue on Chet Atkins Parkway
49.2 mi · 53 min · Chet Atkins Parkway
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Merge slight left onto Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
47.5 mi · 51 min · Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 285: Atlanta Bypass, Atlanta International Airport
1986 ft · 48 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 285 North: Birmingham, Chattanooga
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
22.6 mi · 26 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 Lumpkin 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.
Chet Atkins Parkway
Continue on Chet Atkins Parkway
49.2 mi · 00h 53m
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 Lumpkin and 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 Lumpkin to Sandy Springs?
The road trip is about 154.6 miles (248.8 km) and usually takes 02h 28m 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?
LaGrange is a useful midpoint, sitting about 77 miles from Lumpkin and 77.6 miles from Sandy Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 131.7 miles (212 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.9 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 1:34 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.63 one way or $43.25 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 48.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Lumpkin and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Sandy Springs.
Stop Ideas Near LaGrange
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lumpkin and Sandy Springs. Straight-line distance: 131.71 mi (211.96 km).
#1 Lumpkin
City in and the county seat of Stewart County, Georgia, United States
| Population | 1,093 |
| Coordinates | 32.0509900, -84.7990900 |
| Altitude | 180 |
| 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: 249 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 55m |
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 | $21.63 | $43.25 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $24.18 | $48.36 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $26.09 | $52.18 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $30.71 | $61.41 |
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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