Origin
Bishopville, SC
Evening in Bishopville on Sunday
Local time
5:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bishopville, SC to Spartanburg, SC
Drive Time
2h 45m
Distance
141.5 mi
228 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 34m
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6 AM
2h 45m
8 AM
3h 7m
10 AM
2h 53m
12 PM
2h 51m
3 PM
2h 54m
5 PM
3h 6m
8 PM
2h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bishopville, SC
Junior Bastos
Spartanburg, SC
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Trip Overview
Spanning 141.5 miles across South Carolina, this journey from Bishopville to Spartanburg is a straightforward trek that typically takes around 2 hours and 45 minutes to complete. Because the route is compact, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $23 on fuel, making this an economical choice for a quick regional transit. Since both cities are located within the Southeast, the drive maintains a consistent cultural feel as you move between the two hubs. Whether you are traveling for business or a change of scenery, the simplicity of this trip makes it a stress-free option for your itinerary.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
70.7 miles from Bishopville, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 22m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 92% of your travel taking place on major thoroughfares like I-20 and I-26. You will spend a significant portion of your time on the interstate, including a longest uninterrupted stretch of 78.3 miles on I-26. Behind the wheel, you should prepare for a steady, consistent pace that favors efficiency over winding backroads. As you navigate toward Spartanburg, the final leg transitions from these high-speed segments onto South Church Street, bringing you into the heart of the city. It is a functional, no-nonsense drive designed to get you from point A to point B with minimal deviation.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 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 78.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 26 and I 20. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 2.8 miles in near I 20.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 45m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.8 miles (I 20): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 52.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 54.5 miles (I 26; US 76): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
2.8 mi into trip
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~4m in
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I 20
Merge onto I 20
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
5
52.8 mi into trip
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~1h 1m in
Take the exit toward I 26 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 64B
Toward I 26 West
5
54.5 mi into trip
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~1h 4m in
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I 26; US 76
Merge onto I 26; US 76
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
109.4 mi into trip
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~2h 5m in
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I 26
Keep slight right at fork onto I 26 toward Spartanburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.
Toward Spartanburg
8
132.9 mi into trip
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~2h 30m in
Take the exit toward US 221: Spartanburg-South, Moore
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 28
Toward US 221: Spartanburg-South, Moore
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Bishopville, SC to Spartanburg, SC, road signs begin pointing toward Moore along the way.
Moore
132.9 mi in
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~2h 30m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 26 | 78.3 mi | 1h 25m |
| I 20 | 50 mi | 56m |
| South Church Street | 6 mi | 10m |
| Highway 221 | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Sumter Highway | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| North Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| North Church Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
I 26
— 78.3 mi, about 1h 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bishopville, SC and Spartanburg, SC.
1
Start on US 15; SC 34; SC 341
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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North Main Street
2
Continue on US 15
1.6 mi
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2 min
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Sumter Highway
3
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
4
Merge onto I 20
50 mi
·
56 min
·
I 20
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
1.7 mi
·
3 min
Exit 64B
Toward I 26 West
6
Merge onto I 26; US 76
55 mi
·
1 hr
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I 26; US 76
Use the none lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 26
24 mi
·
25 min
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I 26
Toward Spartanburg
Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 28
Toward US 221: Spartanburg-South, Moore
Use the slight right lane.
9
Turn straight onto US 221
2.3 mi
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3 min
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Highway 221
10
Continue on US 221
6.0 mi
·
10 min
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South Church Street
Use the none lane.
11
Arrive at destination
US 221; SC 56
Trip Plan
To keep your drive smooth, plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs during the 2-hour and 45-minute journey. Since the route relies so heavily on I-26, monitor local traffic reports before you depart to ensure you avoid any unexpected congestion on that 78.3-mile stretch. Aim to fill up your tank before leaving Bishopville to stay within your $23 fuel budget without worrying about finding a station mid-trip. Because this is a relatively short drive, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience rather than needing a pre-dawn start. Keep your focus sharp as you transition from the high-speed interstate environment to the local flow of South Church Street upon your arrival in Spartanburg.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 70.7 miles from Bishopville, SC, or about 1h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 78.3 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 80 miles or 1h 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 70.7 miles or 1h 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Spartanburg, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bishopville, 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 Bishopville, SC
This is one driving day of about 141.5 miles and 2h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bishopville, 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 78.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 70.7 mi from Bishopville, SC · 1h 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
71 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 70.7 miles from Bishopville, 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 78.3 miles.
Arriving in Spartanburg, SC
The final approach into Spartanburg, 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 Spartanburg, 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
$22.65 one way
$45.29 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
50 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $24.67 | $49.35 |
| premium | $4.78 | $26.62 | $53.24 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $31.44 | $62.87 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 49.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 42.4 | 0 | $14.86 | $6.79 |
| Efficient EV | 35.4 | 0 | $12.38 | $5.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 56.6 | 0 | $19.81 | $9.06 |
Gas CO2
50 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (66% 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
Spartanburg, SC
Evening in Spartanburg on Sunday
Local time
5:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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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
2h 45m 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 Bishopville, SC to Spartanburg, SC covers 141.5 miles and takes about 2h 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 26, I 20, South Church Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 70.7 miles from Bishopville, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.65 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 2h 45m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.8 miles (I 20): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 52.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 54.5 miles (I 26; US 76): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Bishopville, SC to Spartanburg, SC, road signs begin pointing toward Moore along the way.
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