How far is Oakwood, GA from Sandy Springs, GA?
The driving distance from Oakwood, GA to Sandy Springs, GA is about 44.8 miles (72.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 34.9 miles (56.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 53m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 00h 56m.
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 Dooly County, Georgia, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny
Mostly Cloudy
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Oakwood and Sandy Springs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oakwood and Sandy Springs.
-
1
Start on Smith Store Road
1.9 mi · 5 min · Smith Store Road
-
2
Turn left onto Salem Road
4.5 mi · 8 min · Salem Road
-
3
Take the ramp left toward I 20 West
1303 ft · 32 sec
-
4
Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Highway
16.4 mi · 18 min · Purple Heart Highway
-
5
Take the exit slight right toward I 285 Bypass North: Greenville, Chattanooga
2355 ft · 57 sec
-
6
Merge slight left onto Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
18.8 mi · 22 min · Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
-
7
Take the exit slight right toward US 19 South, GA 400 North: Roswell Road, Sandy Springs
158 m · 13 sec
-
8
Continue on US 19 South: Roswell Road
1.4 mi · 2 min
-
9
Keep slight right to continue on US 19 South: Roswell Road, Sandy Springs
990 ft · 25 sec
-
10
Turn right onto Roswell Road
1.2 km · 2 min · Roswell Road
-
11
Turn right onto Mount Vernon Highway
55 m · 4 sec · Mount Vernon Highway
-
12
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Mount Vernon Highway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Oakwood 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.
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
Merge slight left onto Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
18.8 mi · 00h 22m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Oakwood and Mostly Cloudy near Sandy Springs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Oakwood to Sandy Springs?
The road trip is about 44.8 miles (72.1 km) and usually takes 00h 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?
Pinehurst is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.4 miles from Oakwood and 22.4 miles from Sandy Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 34.9 miles (56.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.9 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:36 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.60 one way or $11.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Oakwood and Mostly Cloudy near Sandy Springs.
Stop Ideas Near Pinehurst
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Cafe 55
Atlanta City Hall
City of Stonecrest
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Pinehurst.
Peachtree Station
Gainesville
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Oakwood and Sandy Springs. Straight-line distance: 34.85 mi (56.09 km).
#1 Oakwood
Oakwood is a place in Georgia, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 33.5481700, -83.9743500 |
| Altitude | 226 |
| 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: 72 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 33m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.54 | $5.60 | $11.19 |
| Mid-grade | $4.04 | $6.38 | $12.76 |
| Premium | $4.48 | $7.08 | $14.15 |
| Diesel | $5.66 | $8.94 | $17.89 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Georgia · Nov 06, 2026