Origin
Arcadia, SC
Late night in Arcadia on Wednesday
Local time
4:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Arcadia, SC to Rock Hill, SC
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 35m
Distance
79.3 mi
128 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 29m
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6 AM
1h 36m
8 AM
1h 50m
10 AM
1h 41m
12 PM
1h 39m
3 PM
1h 42m
5 PM
1h 50m
8 PM
1h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rock Hill, SC
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Trip Overview
The drive from Arcadia, SC to Rock Hill, SC covers 79.3 miles and takes about 1h 35m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 26, Parr Road, State Highway 202 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 64.1 miles on I 26. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.40 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
39.6 miles from Arcadia, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 44m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 1h 35m highway drive covering 79.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 26 and Parr Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 64.1 miles on I 26.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 26 is the longest continuous segment at about 64.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 26 and Parr Road. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near SC 295 / West Blackstock Road.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Arcadia, SC to Rock Hill, SC is easy. At 1h 35m with 90% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (SC 295 / West Blackstock Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 66.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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SC 295 / West Blackstock Road
Turn left onto SC 295 / West Blackstock Road
Navigation decision point
3
2.1 mi into trip
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~4m in
Take the ramp toward I 26 East: Columbia
Navigation decision point
Toward I 26 East: Columbia
4
66.4 mi into trip
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~1h 13m in
Take the exit toward SC 202: Little Mountain
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward SC 202: Little Mountain
4
66.7 mi into trip
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~1h 14m in
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SC 202 / State Highway 202
Turn left onto SC 202 / State Highway 202
Navigation decision point
4
69.5 mi into trip
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~1h 19m in
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US 176 / Highway 176
At end of road, turn right onto US 176 / Highway 176
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 26 | 64.1 mi | 1h 8m |
| Parr Road | 4.3 mi | 7m |
| State Highway 202 | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Highway 176 | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| State Highway 215S | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| West Blackstock Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Jenkinsville Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| W O Ezell Boulevard | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 26
— 64.1 mi, about 1h 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Arcadia, SC and Rock Hill, SC.
1
Start on Hayne Street
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
Hayne Street
2
Turn left onto SC 295
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
West Blackstock Road
3
Turn right onto US 29
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
W O Ezell Boulevard
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 26 East: Columbia
5
Merge onto I 26
64 mi
·
1 hr 8 min
·
I 26
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
Toward SC 202: Little Mountain
7
Turn left onto SC 202
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 202
8
At end of road, turn right onto US 176
2.3 mi
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3 min
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Highway 176
9
Turn left onto SC 213
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Parr Road
10
Turn right onto Jenkinsville Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Jenkinsville Road
11
Turn right onto Fire Tower Road
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
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Fire Tower Road
12
Turn straight onto SC 215
2.1 mi
·
3 min
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State Highway 215S
13
Arrive at destination
SC 215
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 39.6 miles from Arcadia, SC, or about 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 64.1 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 79.3 miles or 1h 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.6 miles or 44m 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 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Rock Hill, 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 79.3 miles and 1h 35m.
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 26 for about 64.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 39.6 mi from Arcadia, SC · 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
40 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 79.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 39.6 miles from Arcadia, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 26 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 64.1 miles.
Arriving in Rock Hill, SC
The final approach into Rock Hill, 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 Rock Hill, 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
$12.40 one way
$24.80 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $13.56 | $27.12 |
| premium | $4.70 | $14.68 | $29.35 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.51 | $35.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.8 | 0 | $8.33 | $3.81 |
| Efficient EV | 19.8 | 0 | $6.94 | $3.17 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.7 | 0 | $11.10 | $5.08 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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
Rock Hill, SC
Late night in Rock Hill on Wednesday
Local time
4:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Sunny
SW 6 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
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 35m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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 Rock Hill, SC covers 79.3 miles and takes about 1h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 26, Parr Road, State Highway 202. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 39.6 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 $12.40 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.
The drive from Arcadia, SC to Rock Hill, SC is easy. At 1h 35m with 90% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (SC 295 / West Blackstock Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 66.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Arcadia, SC to Rock Hill, SC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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