How far is Sparks, GA from Sandy Springs, GA?

The driving distance from Sparks, GA to Sandy Springs, GA is about 219.3 miles (352.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 22m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 198.2 miles (319 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 44m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
219.3 mi
03h 22m
Flight
198.24 mi
319.04 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
198.24 mi
Kilometers
319.04 km
Flight Time
00h 23m

Driving Distance

Road route
219.3 mi
Kilometers
352.93 km
Drive Time
03h 22m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 22m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Sandy Springs
Wed, May 13, 2:38 AM EDT
Return by in Sparks
Wed, May 13, 6:00 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Sparks
2026-05-12T23:15
Arrive Sandy Springs
Wed, May 13, 2:38 AM EDT
Route Timing
03h 22m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:22 AM to 11:22 AM EDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
10:16 AM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Sparks
9:00 PM EDT
Early departure recommended

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
Byron
GA

City in Peach County, Georgia, United States

From Sparks
109.5 mi
01h 41m
To Sandy Springs
109.8 mi
01h 41m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
80°F
Tuesday

Rain Showers Likely

Starts
Tue, May 12 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
10 mph ENE
Destination
77°F
Tuesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Tue, May 12 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph E

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Sparks and Sandy Springs.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Sparks and Sandy Springs.

  1. 1

    Start on South Goodman Street

    14 m · 8 sec · South Goodman Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto West Colquitt Street

    1.1 km · 1 min · West Colquitt Street

  3. 3

    Take the ramp right

    1801 ft · 44 sec

  4. 4

    Merge slight left

    114.5 mi · 2 hr 3 min

  5. 5

    Keep slight left to continue on Larry Justice Highway

    15.9 mi · 17 min · Larry Justice Highway

  6. 6

    Merge slight right

    49.5 mi · 54 min

  7. 7

    Keep slight right to continue on Terrell Starr Parkway

    10.1 mi · 12 min · Terrell Starr Parkway

  8. 8

    Keep slight right to continue on I 285 East: Augusta, Greenville

    1 km · 1 min

  9. 9

    Merge slight left onto Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter

    24.5 mi · 29 min · Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward US 19 South, GA 400 North: Roswell Road, Sandy Springs

    158 m · 13 sec

  11. 11

    Continue on US 19 South: Roswell Road

    1.4 mi · 2 min

  12. 12

    Keep slight right to continue on US 19 South: Roswell Road, Sandy Springs

    990 ft · 25 sec

  13. 13

    Turn right onto Roswell Road

    1.2 km · 2 min · Roswell Road

  14. 14

    Turn right onto Mount Vernon Highway

    55 m · 4 sec · Mount Vernon Highway

  15. 15

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Mount Vernon Highway

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Sparks and Sandy Springs.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Interchange-aware route

The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.

Directions
15 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
3 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
6.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
West Colquitt Street
116 mi · 53%
Larry Justice Highway
65.3 mi · 30%
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
24.5 mi · 11%
Terrell Starr Parkway
10.1 mi · 5%
US 19 South
1.67 mi · 1%
Roswell Road
0.76 mi
Longest Stretch

West Colquitt Street

Merge slight left

115 mi · 02h 03m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

A longer out-and-back drive

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

Drive Time
03h 22m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
06h 44m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+21.1 mi
198.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Byron
01h 41m from Sparks
Leave By
10:16 AM EDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Rain Showers Likely leaving Sparks and Mostly Sunny near Sandy Springs.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Sparks to Sandy Springs?

The road trip is about 219.3 miles (352.9 km) and usually takes 03h 22m in normal driving conditions.

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

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Byron is a useful midpoint, sitting about 109.5 miles from Sparks and 109.8 miles from Sandy Springs.

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

The direct path is about 198.2 miles (319 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.1 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:16 AM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $30.66 one way or $61.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 68.8 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Sparks and Mostly Sunny near Sandy Springs.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Sparks and Sandy Springs. Straight-line distance: 198.24 mi (319.04 km).

Sparks

#1 Sparks

Town in Cook County, Georgia, United States

Population2,015
Coordinates31.1668600, -83.4373800
Altitude74
CountryUnited States
Sandy Springs

#2 Sandy Springs

A city in Fulton County, Georgia.

Population109,928
Coordinates33.9242700, -84.3785400
Altitude333
CountryUnited States
Start: South Goodman Street (-83.437341, 31.166862)
End: (-84.378565, 33.924289)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 353 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)07h 18m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)05h 28m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)04h 23m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 39m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)03h 07m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 44m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
7.74 gal
29.29 L · about $30.66
Round trip
$61.32
15.48 gal · 58.58 L
Estimated CO2
68.8 kg one way
Round trip: 137.6 kg / 303 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.96 $30.66 $61.32
Mid-grade $4.43 $34.28 $68.56
Premium $4.78 $36.98 $73.96
Diesel $5.62 $43.53 $87.06

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 · May 13, 2026

There is no time difference between Sparks and Sandy Springs. The current time is 23:15:57.

Distance to Other Cities

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