Origin
Beaufort, SC
Morning in Beaufort on Wednesday
Local time
8:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Beaufort, SC to Anderson County Airport, SC
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
5h
Distance
255.8 mi
412 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$40
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 47m
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6 AM
5h 0m
8 AM
5h 27m
10 AM
5h 10m
12 PM
5h 7m
3 PM
5h 11m
5 PM
5h 26m
8 PM
4h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Beaufort, SC
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Anderson County Airport, SC
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Trip Overview
The drive from Beaufort, SC to Anderson County Airport, SC covers 255.8 miles and takes about 5h behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 26, I 95, I 385 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 116.6 miles on I 26. At current regular gas prices, budget about $40.00 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
127.9 miles from Beaufort, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 24m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 5h highway drive covering 255.8 miles, with most of the trip on I 26 and I 95. The longest continuous stretch is about 116.6 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 35 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 116.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 26 and I 95. You will hit about 18 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 76.9 miles in near I 26.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 255.8 miles you will encounter 18 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 76.9 miles (I 26): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 193.5 miles (I 385): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 216.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
76.9 mi into trip
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~1h 29m in
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I 26
Merge onto I 26
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
193.5 mi into trip
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~3h 36m in
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I 385
Keep slight left at fork onto I 385 toward I 385 North: Laurens, Greenville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 51
Toward I 385 North: Laurens, Greenville
5
216.4 mi into trip
|
~4h in
Take the exit toward SC 418: Fountain Inn, Pelzer
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward SC 418: Fountain Inn, Pelzer
5
255.7 mi into trip
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~4h 59m in
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Airport Road
Turn sharp left onto Airport Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
255.7 mi into trip
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~4h 59m 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 Beaufort, SC and Anderson County Airport, SC, road signs point toward Greenville and Pelzer.
Greenville
193.5 mi in
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~3h 36m
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via I 385
Pelzer
216.4 mi in
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~4h
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 26 | 116.6 mi | 2h 6m |
| I 95 | 52.4 mi | 56m |
| I 385 | 22.9 mi | 24m |
| Trask Parkway | 12 mi | 14m |
| Highway 418 | 9.9 mi | 14m |
| US 21 | 6.9 mi | 8m |
| Cooley Bridge Road | 5.6 mi | 8m |
| Belton Highway | 4.7 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
I 26
— 116.6 mi, about 2h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Beaufort, SC and Anderson County Airport, SC.
1
Start on Port Republic Street
39 ft
·
3 sec
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Port Republic Street
2
Turn right onto US 21 Business
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
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Carteret Street
3
Continue on US 21 Business
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Boundary Street
4
Continue on US 21
12 mi
·
14 min
·
Trask Parkway
5
Enter roundabout onto US 21
221 ft
·
3 sec
·
US 21
6
Continue on US 21
6.8 mi
·
8 min
·
US 21
7
Continue on US 17
1.4 mi
·
1 min
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Kings Highway
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 95 North: Florence
9
Merge onto I 95
52 mi
·
56 min
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I 95
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 26 West: Columbia
11
Merge onto I 26
117 mi
·
2 hr 6 min
·
I 26
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 385
23 mi
·
24 min
·
I 385
Exit 51
Toward I 385 North: Laurens, Greenville
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
Toward SC 418: Fountain Inn, Pelzer
14
Turn left onto SC 418
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
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McCarter Road
15
Continue on SC 418
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Milacron Drive
16
Continue on SC 418
9.9 mi
·
14 min
·
Highway 418
17
Turn left onto US 25
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Augusta Road
18
Turn right onto SC 247
5.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Cooley Bridge Road
19
Continue on SC 247
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Highway 247
20
Continue on SC 247
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
River Street
21
Turn left onto SC 20
374 ft
·
12 sec
·
North Main Street
22
Turn right onto US 76; US 178; SC 20
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Anderson Street
23
Continue on US 76; US 178
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Belton Highway
24
Continue on US 76; US 178
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
East River Street
25
Turn left onto US 29
2.0 mi
·
2 min
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East Shockley Ferry Road
26
At end of road, turn left onto US 29
468 ft
·
10 sec
·
South Murray Avenue
27
Turn right onto SC 28
0.5 mi
·
34 sec
·
Pearman Dairy Road
28
Continue on SC 28
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Highway 28 Bypass
29
Turn left onto SC 24
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Whitner Street
30
Continue on SC 24
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Highway 24
31
Turn left onto Airport Road
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Airport Road
32
Continue on South Warner Road
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
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South Warner Road
33
Turn sharp left onto Airport Road
55 ft
·
7 sec
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Airport Road
34
Turn right
293 ft
·
21 sec
35
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 127.9 miles from Beaufort, SC, or about 2h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 116.6 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 80 miles or 1h 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 127.9 miles or 2h 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 53m
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 Beaufort, 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 Beaufort, SC
This is one driving day of about 255.8 miles and 5h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Beaufort, SC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 26 for about 116.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 127.9 mi from Beaufort, SC · 2h 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
128 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 127.9 miles from Beaufort, 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 116.6 miles.
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.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$40.00 one way
$80.00 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
90 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $43.74 | $87.48 |
| premium | $4.70 | $47.34 | $94.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $56.48 | $112.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$40
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$65–$90
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 89.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 76.7 | 0 | $26.86 | $12.28 |
| Efficient EV | 64 | 0 | $22.38 | $10.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 102.3 | 1 | $35.81 | $16.37 |
Gas CO2
89 kg
EV CO2
30 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Morning in Anderson County Airport on Wednesday
Local time
8:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
5h on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Beaufort, SC to Anderson County Airport, SC covers 255.8 miles and takes about 5h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 26, I 95, I 385. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 127.9 miles from Beaufort, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $40.00 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 255.8 miles you will encounter 18 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 76.9 miles (I 26): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 193.5 miles (I 385): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 216.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Beaufort, SC and Anderson County Airport, SC, road signs point toward Greenville and Pelzer.
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