How far is Sardis, GA from Columbus, GA?

The driving distance from Sardis, GA to Columbus, GA is about 35.2 miles (56.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 43m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 30.8 miles (49.6 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 27m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EST.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
35.17 mi
00h 43m
Flight
30.81 mi
49.59 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
30.81 mi
Kilometers
49.59 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
35.17 mi
Kilometers
56.6 km
Drive Time
00h 43m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 43m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Columbus
Sat, Nov 7, 1:30 AM EST
Return by in Sardis
Sat, Nov 7, 2:14 AM EST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Sardis
2026-11-07T00:47
Arrive Columbus
Sat, Nov 7, 1:30 AM EST
Route Timing
00h 43m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EST
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:44 AM to 7:44 PM EST

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
7:02 PM EST
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Sardis
10:00 PM EST
Flexible departure

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.

Mid-route stop
Waverly Hall
GA

Human settlement in Harris County, Georgia, United States of America

From Sardis
17.6 mi
00h 21m
To Columbus
17.5 mi
00h 21m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
67°F
Saturday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sat, Nov 7 6:00 AM EST
Wind
5 to 10 mph N
Destination
70°F
Saturday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sat, Nov 7 7:00 AM EST
Wind
5 to 10 mph N

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Sardis and Columbus.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Sardis and Columbus.

  1. 1

    Start on Chestnut Grove Road

    1.1 km · 3 min · Chestnut Grove Road

  2. 2

    Continue straight

    2.9 mi · 4 min

  3. 3

    Continue straight

    2050 ft · 34 sec

  4. 4

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Warm Springs Road

    25.8 mi · 35 min · Warm Springs Road

  5. 5

    Turn left onto University Avenue

    1.4 mi · 2 min · University Avenue

  6. 6

    Turn right onto Macon Road

    1.8 mi · 3 min · Macon Road

  7. 7

    Continue on Wynnton Road

    1.6 mi · 3 min · Wynnton Road

  8. 8

    Turn sharp left onto 10th Avenue

    123 m · 12 sec · 10th Avenue

  9. 9

    Turn right onto 10th Street

    2431 ft · 54 sec · 10th Street

  10. 10

    Turn left onto Veterans Parkway

    1406 ft · 43 sec · Veterans Parkway

  11. 11

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Veterans Parkway

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Sardis and Columbus.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

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.

Directions
11 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
31.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Warm Springs Road
25.8 mi · 73%
Chestnut Grove Road
4 mi · 11%
Macon Road
1.77 mi · 5%
Wynnton Road
1.57 mi · 4%
University Avenue
1.43 mi · 4%
10th Street
0.46 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Warm Springs Road

At the end of the road, turn left onto Warm Springs Road

25.8 mi · 00h 35m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A short regional drive

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

Drive Time
00h 43m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
01h 28m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+4.4 mi
30.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Waverly Hall
00h 21m from Sardis
Leave By
7:02 PM EST
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Sardis and Mostly Sunny near Columbus.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Sardis to Columbus?

The road trip is about 35.2 miles (56.6 km) and usually takes 00h 43m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Waverly Hall is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.6 miles from Sardis and 17.5 miles from Columbus.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 30.8 miles (49.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.4 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:02 PM EST.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.39 one way or $8.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Sardis and Mostly Sunny near Columbus.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Sardis and Columbus. Straight-line distance: 30.81 mi (49.59 km).

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#1 Sardis

Sardis is a place in Georgia, United States.

Population0
Coordinates32.7965200, -84.6388100
Altitude243
CountryUnited States
Columbus

#2 Columbus

The second most populous city in Georgia.

Population196,442
Coordinates32.4609800, -84.9877100
Altitude82
CountryUnited States
Start: Chestnut Grove Road (-84.638682, 32.796368)
End: Veterans Parkway (-84.987719, 32.460947)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 57 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 10m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 52m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 42m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 35m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 30m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 26m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.24 gal
4.7 L · about $4.39
Round trip
$8.78
2.48 gal · 9.4 L
Estimated CO2
11 kg one way
Round trip: 22 kg / 49 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.54 $4.39 $8.78
Mid-grade $4.04 $5.01 $10.01
Premium $4.48 $5.55 $11.11
Diesel $5.66 $7.02 $14.04

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

There is no time difference between Sardis and Columbus. The current time is 00:47:12.

Distance to Other Cities

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.