Origin
Anderson, SC
Afternoon in Anderson on Sunday
Local time
4:10 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Anderson, SC to Five Forks, SC
Drive Time
55m
Distance
37.7 mi
61 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 57m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Anderson, SC
HedMidia Notícias
Five Forks, SC
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Trip Overview
The drive from Anderson, SC to Five Forks, SC covers 37.7 miles and takes about 55m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 85, Highway 81 North, Woodruff Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 22.3 miles on I 85. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.03 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, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 28m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 55m highway drive covering 37.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 85 and Highway 81 North. The longest continuous stretch is about 22.3 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 15 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 22.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 85 and Highway 81 North. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 10 miles in near I 85.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 37.7 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 10 miles (I 85): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 32.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
10 mi into trip
|
~17m in
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I 85
Merge onto I 85
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
32.3 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Take the exit toward I 385, SC 146: Columbia, Greenville, Woodruff Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 385, SC 146: Columbia, Greenville, Woo...
4
32.4 mi into trip
|
~45m in
Continue toward I 385, SC 146: Columbia, Greenville, Woodruff Road
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 385, SC 146: Columbia, Greenville, Woo...
8
32.8 mi into trip
|
~45m in
Keep slight right at fork toward SC 146: Woodruff Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 51A
Toward SC 146: Woodruff Road
5
37.6 mi into trip
|
~54m in
|
Scuffletown Road
Turn right onto Scuffletown Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Anderson, SC to Five Forks, SC, road signs begin pointing toward Greenville along the way.
Greenville
32.3 mi in
|
~44m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 85 | 22.3 mi | 27m |
| Highway 81 North | 4.8 mi | 7m |
| Woodruff Road | 4.7 mi | 8m |
| East Greenville Street | 3.2 mi | 6m |
| State Highway 81 | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| North Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Highway 81 | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Scuffletown Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 85
— 22.3 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Anderson, SC and Five Forks, SC.
1
Start on East Whitner Street
31 ft
·
5 sec
·
East Whitner Street
2
Turn right onto SC 28 Business
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
North Main Street
3
Turn right onto US 29 Business; SC 81
3.2 mi
·
6 min
·
East Greenville Street
4
Continue on SC 81
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
Highway 81 North
5
Continue on SC 81
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 81
6
Continue on SC 81
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Highway 81
7
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
8
Merge onto I 85
22 mi
·
27 min
·
I 85
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
523 ft
·
12 sec
Toward I 385, SC 146: Columbia, Greenville, Woodruff Road
Use the slight right lane.
10
Continue on this road
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
this road
Toward I 385, SC 146: Columbia, Greenville, Woodruff Road
Use the straight lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Exit 51A
Toward SC 146: Woodruff Road
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn straight onto SC 146
4.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Woodruff Road
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn right onto Scuffletown Road
166 ft
·
4 sec
·
Scuffletown Road
Use the right lane.
14
Turn right
264 ft
·
19 sec
15
Arrive at destination
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, SC, or about 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 22.3 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 37.7 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 18.8 miles or 28m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Five Forks, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Anderson, SC so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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, SC
This is one driving day of about 37.7 miles and 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Anderson, 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 22.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.8 mi from Anderson, SC · 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 37.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.8 miles from Anderson, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Five Forks, SC
The final approach into Five Forks, 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 Five Forks, 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
$6.03 one way
$12.07 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $6.57 | $13.15 |
| premium | $4.78 | $7.09 | $14.18 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $8.38 | $16.75 |
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: 13.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.96 | $1.81 |
| Efficient EV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.30 | $1.51 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.1 | 0 | $5.28 | $2.41 |
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.
Destination
Five Forks, SC
Afternoon in Five Forks on Sunday
Local time
4:10 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
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
2 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
55m 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, SC to Five Forks, SC covers 37.7 miles and takes about 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 85, Highway 81 North, Woodruff 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, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.03 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 10 significant decision points across 37.7 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 10 miles (I 85): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 32.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Anderson, SC to Five Forks, SC, road signs begin pointing toward Greenville along the way.
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