Origin
Arcadia, SC
Late night in Arcadia on Wednesday
Local time
4:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Arcadia, SC to Anderson County Airport, SC
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 19m
Distance
58.8 mi
95 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 13m
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6 AM
1h 19m
8 AM
1h 31m
10 AM
1h 23m
12 PM
1h 22m
3 PM
1h 24m
5 PM
1h 31m
8 PM
1h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Anderson County Airport, SC
Jimmy Liao
Trip Overview
The drive from Arcadia, SC to Anderson County Airport, SC covers 58.8 miles and takes about 1h 19m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 85, Pearman Dairy Road, Warren H Abernathy Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 45.1 miles on I 85. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.20 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
29.4 miles from Arcadia, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 39m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 1h 19m highway drive covering 58.8 miles, with most of the trip on I 85 and Pearman Dairy Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 45.1 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 18 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 45.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 85 and Pearman Dairy Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 3 miles in near US 29 / Warren H Abernathy Highway.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 19m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3 miles (US 29 / Warren H Abernathy Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.7 miles (I 85): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 50.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
3 mi into trip
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~6m in
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US 29 / Warren H Abernathy Highway
Turn right onto US 29 / Warren H Abernathy Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
5.7 mi into trip
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~10m in
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I 85
Merge onto I 85
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
50.8 mi into trip
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~1h 5m in
Take the exit toward US 178: Liberty, Anderson
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 21
Toward US 178: Liberty, Anderson
5
58.8 mi into trip
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~1h 18m in
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Airport Road
Turn sharp left onto Airport Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
58.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Arcadia, SC and Anderson County Airport, SC, road signs point toward Gsp International Airport and Anderson.
Gsp International Airport
5.5 mi in
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~9m
Anderson
50.8 mi in
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~1h 5m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 85 | 45.1 mi | 55m |
| Pearman Dairy Road | 3.8 mi | 4m |
| Warren H Abernathy Highway | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Fairforest Clevedale Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Liberty Highway | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Hayne Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Michelin Boulevard | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Highway 24 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 85
— 45.1 mi, about 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Arcadia, SC and Anderson County Airport, SC.
1
Start on Hayne Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Hayne Street
2
Continue on Fairforest Clevedale Road
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Fairforest Clevedale Road
3
Turn right onto US 29
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Warren H Abernathy Highway
Use the right lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 85 South: Greenville, GSP International Airport
5
Merge onto I 85
45 mi
·
55 min
·
I 85
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 21
Toward US 178: Liberty, Anderson
Use the right lane.
7
Turn right onto US 178
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Liberty Highway
8
Turn right onto Highway 28 Bypass
173 ft
·
2 sec
·
Highway 28 Bypass
9
Continue on 28 BYP
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Pearman Dairy Road
10
Turn right onto Standridge Road
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
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Standridge Road
11
Turn left onto 383
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Michelin Boulevard
12
Turn right onto SC 24
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
West Whitner Street
13
Continue on SC 24
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Highway 24
14
Turn left onto Airport Road
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Airport Road
15
Continue on South Warner Road
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
·
South Warner Road
16
Turn sharp left onto Airport Road
55 ft
·
7 sec
·
Airport Road
17
Turn right
293 ft
·
21 sec
18
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 29.4 miles from Arcadia, SC, or about 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 45.1 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 58.8 miles or 1h 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 29.4 miles or 39m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 4m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Anderson County Airport, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Arcadia, 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 Arcadia, SC
This is one driving day of about 58.8 miles and 1h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Arcadia, 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 45.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.4 mi from Arcadia, SC · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 58.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.4 miles from Arcadia, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Anderson County Airport, SC
The final approach into Anderson County Airport, 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 Anderson County Airport, 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
$9.20 one way
$18.39 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $10.05 | $20.11 |
| premium | $4.70 | $10.88 | $21.77 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.98 | $25.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.17 | $2.82 |
| Efficient EV | 14.7 | 0 | $5.15 | $2.35 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.5 | 0 | $8.23 | $3.76 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (67% 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
Anderson County Airport, SC
Late night in Anderson County Airport on Wednesday
Local time
4:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
63°F
Greenville, SC
29 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
1 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
1h 19m 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 Arcadia, SC to Anderson County Airport, SC covers 58.8 miles and takes about 1h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 85, Pearman Dairy Road, Warren H Abernathy Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.4 miles from Arcadia, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.20 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 straightforward 1h 19m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 3 miles (US 29 / Warren H Abernathy Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.7 miles (I 85): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 50.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Arcadia, SC and Anderson County Airport, SC, road signs point toward Gsp International Airport and Anderson.
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