How far is Sandy Springs, GA from Columbus, GA?
Fastest route
The route from Sandy Springs, Georgia, USA to Columbus, Georgia, USA is approximately 123 miles and takes about 1 hour and 52 minutes via I-85 S and I-185 S. The best route is recommended due to current traffic conditions.
Directions
- Start by getting on I-285 W from Vernon Woods Dr NE and Glenridge Dr.
- Head west on Bridges Creek Trail NE toward Vernon Woods Dr NE.
- Turn left onto Vernon Woods Dr NE.
- At the traffic circle, continue straight to stay on Vernon Woods Dr NE.
- Turn left onto Mount Vernon Hwy.
- Take a sharp right onto Glenridge Dr.
- Merge right to get onto I-285 W.
Continue with the following steps after merging onto I-285 W:
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Keep left to stay on I-285 W, following signs for I-75/Birmingham/Montgomery.
- 🚗 Take exit 61 to merge onto I-85 S toward Columbus/Montgomery.
- 🚗 Take exit 21 for I-185 S toward Columbus.
- 🚗 Take exit 10 to merge onto GA-22 W/US-80 W toward Phenix City.
- 🚗 Take exit 1 toward GA-85/GA-22/Downtown/Columbus.
- 🚗 Follow 2nd Ave to Veterans Pkwy.
- 🚗 Turn left onto Talbotton Rd.
- 🚗 Turn right onto Veterans Pkwy.
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Sandy Springs and Columbus is 107.06 miles (172.3 km).
Flight distance from Sandy Springs, GA to Columbus, GA is 107.06 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 14 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 13 minutes to travel from Sandy Springs to Columbus with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Sandy Springs, Georgia to Columbus, Georgia is: 121.19 miles (195.03 km) by car.
Driving from Sandy Springs to Columbus will take approximately 01 hours 51 minutes.
#1 Sandy Springs
A city in Fulton County, Georgia. It is located in the northern part of the city of Atlanta. Sandy Springs is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center and the Sandy Springs History Center.
| Population | 109928 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 33°55'27"N 84°22'43"W |
| Latitude | 33.9242700 |
| Longitude | -84.3785400 |
| Altitude | 333 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Columbus
The second most populous city in Georgia. It is located in the central part of the state. Columbus is known for its many colleges and universities, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Columbus Museum and the Riverwalk.
| Population | 196442 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 32°27'40"N 84°59'16"W |
| Latitude | 32.4609800 |
| Longitude | -84.9877100 |
| Altitude | 82 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Columbus: Veterans Parkway (-84.987719,32.460947)
Estimated Travel Time Between Sandy Springs and Columbus
The distance between Sandy Springs and Columbus is 195 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 10 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Sandy Springs and Columbus. The current time is 09:21:20.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04 hours 02 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03 hours 01 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 25 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 01 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 43 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 36 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 30 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 16.19 liters (4.28 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Sandy Springs and Columbus.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Sandy Springs to Columbus is $12.81 (diesel $17.44).
Georgia gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3 | $3.43 | $3.82 | $4.08 |
| Total | $12.81 | $14.68 | $16.34 | $17.44 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Georgia ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $2.995 (Diesel $4.079) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 19, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Sandy Springs and Columbus (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
