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Trip from Anderson County Airport, SC to Berea, SC

Data updated 1 hour ago

Drive Time

54m

Distance

37.5 mi

60 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$6

one way

EV Charging

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station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 13 min
4 AM
0h 50m ★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 3m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 57m
3 PM
0h 58m
5 PM
1h 3m
8 PM
0h 52m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Anderson County Airport, SC, SC

Anderson County Airport, SC

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Downtown Berea, SC, SC

Berea, SC

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Trip Overview

The drive from Anderson County Airport, SC to Berea, SC covers 37.5 miles and takes about 54m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 85, White Horse Road, Pearman Dairy Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 20.5 miles on I 85. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.86 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

18.8 miles from Anderson County Airport, SC

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 25m into the drive .

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Drive Character

This is a 54m highway drive covering 37.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 85 and White Horse Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 20.5 miles on I 85.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 85 is the longest continuous segment at about 20.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 85 and White Horse Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7.9 miles in near I 85.

Route Complexity 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 37.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 7.9 miles (I 85): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 28.4 miles (US 29): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 28.6 miles (US 29): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 14 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
7.9 mi into trip | ~13m in | I 85

Merge onto I 85

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
28.4 mi into trip | ~37m in | US 29

Take the exit onto US 29 toward I 185 North, US 29, I 185 Toll South: Downtown, Greenville, Columbia

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 42 Toward I 185 North, US 29, I 185 Toll South: Do...
8
28.6 mi into trip | ~37m in | US 29

Keep slight left at fork onto US 29 toward I 185 North, US 29 North: Greenville

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 185 North, US 29 North: Greenville
8
30 mi into trip | ~40m in

Take the exit toward US 25: White Horse Road, Travelers Rest

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 15 Toward US 25: White Horse Road, Travelers Rest
7
30.1 mi into trip | ~40m in

Keep slight left at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight left lanes.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Anderson County Airport, SC and Berea, SC, road signs point toward Greenville, Columbia and Travelers Rest.

Greenville

28.4 mi in | ~37m | via US 29

Columbia

28.4 mi in | ~37m | via US 29

Travelers Rest

30 mi in | ~40m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 85 20.5 mi 24m
White Horse Road 4 mi 7m
Pearman Dairy Road 3.8 mi 4m
West Parker Road 1.8 mi 3m
US 29 1.6 mi 2m
West Blue Ridge Drive 1.4 mi 2m
Liberty Highway 1.2 mi 2m
Michelin Boulevard 0.7 mi 1m
Longest stretch: I 85 — 20.5 mi, about 24m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Anderson County Airport, SC and Berea, SC.

1

Start on this road

293 ft · 21 sec · this road
2

Turn right onto Airport Road

0.7 mi · 1 min · Airport Road
3

Turn right onto SC 24

0.7 mi · 1 min · Highway 24
4

Continue on SC 24

0.2 mi · 31 sec · West Whitner Street
5

Turn left onto 383

0.7 mi · 1 min · Michelin Boulevard
6

Turn right onto Standridge Road

0.1 mi · 29 sec · Standridge Road
7

Turn left onto SC 28

3.8 mi · 4 min · Pearman Dairy Road
8

Turn left onto US 178

1.2 mi · 2 min · Liberty Highway
9

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 46 sec
10

Merge onto I 85

20 mi · 24 min · I 85
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Take the exit onto US 29

0.2 mi · 29 sec · US 29
Exit 42 Toward I 185 North, US 29, I 185 Toll South: Downtown, Greenville, Columbia Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Keep slight left at fork onto US 29

1.3 mi · 2 min · US 29
Toward I 185 North, US 29 North: Greenville Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 16 sec
Exit 15 Toward US 25: White Horse Road, Travelers Rest Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Keep slight left at fork

149 ft · 9 sec
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
15

Turn left onto US 25

4.0 mi · 7 min · White Horse Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
16

Turn right onto SC 253

1.4 mi · 2 min · West Blue Ridge Drive
17

Turn left onto West Parker Road

1.8 mi · 3 min · West Parker Road
18

Continue on Hunts Bridge Road

0.2 mi · 19 sec · Hunts Bridge Road
19

Arrive at destination

Hunts Bridge Road

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 18.8 miles from Anderson County Airport, SC, or about 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 20.5 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 37.5 miles or 54m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 18.8 miles or 25m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 43m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Berea, SC than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Anderson County Airport, SC so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Anderson County Airport, SC

This is one driving day of about 37.5 miles and 54m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Anderson County Airport, SC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 85 for about 20.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 18.8 mi from Anderson County Airport, SC · 25m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Greenville, SC

19 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Greenville, SC

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 37.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Greenville, SC

Meal break

The midpoint is around 18.8 miles from Anderson County Airport, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Berea, SC

The final approach into Berea, SC usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Berea, SC.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$5.86 one way

$11.73 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 13 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $6.41 $12.82
premium $4.70 $6.94 $13.88
diesel $5.61 $8.28 $16.56

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$6

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$31–$56

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 13.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 11.3 0 $3.94 $1.80
Efficient EV 9.4 0 $3.28 $1.50
EV Truck/SUV 15 0 $5.25 $2.40

Gas CO2

13 kg

EV CO2

4 kg (69% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast data refreshed 2 days ago

Origin

Anderson County Airport, SC

Late night in Anderson County Airport on Wednesday

Local time

4:38 AM

EDT

Current temp

86°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Berea, SC

Late night in Berea on Wednesday

Local time

4:38 AM

EDT

Current temp

86°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

63°F

Greenville, SC

19 mi in

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

54m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Anderson County Airport, SC to Berea, SC covers 37.5 miles and takes about 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 85, White Horse Road, Pearman Dairy Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.8 miles from Anderson County Airport, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.86 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 37.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 7.9 miles (I 85): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 28.4 miles (US 29): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 28.6 miles (US 29): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Anderson County Airport, SC and Berea, SC, road signs point toward Greenville, Columbia and Travelers Rest.

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