Origin
Blythewood, SC
Evening in Blythewood on Sunday
Local time
6:58 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Blythewood, SC to Greenville, SC
Drive Time
1h 52m
Distance
108.7 mi
175 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 44m
★
6 AM
1h 52m
8 AM
2h 9m
10 AM
1h 58m
12 PM
1h 56m
3 PM
1h 59m
5 PM
2h 8m
8 PM
1h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Blythewood, SC
Colon Freld
Trip Overview
Spanning 108.7 miles across South Carolina, this trip between Blythewood and Greenville is a straightforward journey typically taking about 1 hour and 52 minutes. You will primarily navigate via Blythewood Road, I-77 South, and the Charles F. Bolden Freeway. Given the manageable duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $17 on fuel for the one-way trek. Since both cities are located within the Southeast region, you won't experience significant environmental changes, but the transition from the Blythewood area to the Greenville hub offers a clear shift in scenery. It is a practical, efficient connection for those moving between these two South Carolina locales.
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
54.4 miles from Blythewood, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your attention rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. While you will utilize major thoroughfares like I-77 South and the Charles F. Bolden Freeway, the route maintains a personal, localized feel throughout the 108.7-mile distance. Because the highway share is 0%, you should prepare for a driving experience defined by maneuverability rather than high-speed, long-distance straightaways. The longest stretch you will encounter is 0 miles on Blythewood Road, emphasizing that this is not a route where you can simply set the cruise control and zone out. Navigating these local roads requires consistent focus as you transition between the various segments of your journey.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Blythewood Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Blythewood, SC to Greenville, SC is easy. At 1h 52m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Blythewood, SC to Greenville, SC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Blythewood Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 77 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Charles F Bolden Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 20 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 26 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 385 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Golden Strip Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Blythewood Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blythewood, SC and Greenville, SC.
1
Start on Main Street
72 ft
·
6 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto Blythewood Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Blythewood Road
3
Take the ramp left toward I 77 South: Columbia
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
I 77 South: Columbia
4
Merge slight left onto Charles F Bolden Freeway
8.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Charles F Bolden Freeway
5
Keep slight right to continue on I. DeQuincey Newman Freeway
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
I. DeQuincey Newman Freeway
6
Take the exit slight right toward I 20 West: Augusta
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
I 20 West: Augusta
7
Merge slight left
7.1 mi
·
8 min
8
Take the exit slight right toward I 26 West
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
I 26 West
9
Merge slight left
55 mi
·
1 hr
10
Keep slight left to continue on I 385 North: Laurens, Greenville
30 mi
·
32 min
·
I 385 North: Laurens, Greenville
11
Keep slight left to continue on Golden Strip Freeway
12 mi
·
14 min
·
Golden Strip Freeway
12
Continue on East North Street
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
East North Street
13
Continue on Beattie Place
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Beattie Place
14
Turn right onto North Church Street
59 ft
·
2 sec
·
North Church Street
15
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best, though avoiding peak traffic hours is always a smart move. You won't need to plan for any formal stops along the way, as the 1 hour and 52 minute duration is easily manageable in one go. Keep your $17 fuel budget in mind when planning your departure to ensure you reach Greenville without needing to hunt for stations unexpectedly. Because the route is categorized as a turn-heavy local drive, ensure your GPS is updated and ready to handle the frequent transitions between roads. Staying alert on those initial turns out of Blythewood will make the rest of your drive to Greenville much smoother.
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 54.4 miles from Blythewood, SC, or about 56m into the drive.
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 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 54.4 miles or 56m 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 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Greenville, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Blythewood, 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 Blythewood, SC
This is one driving day of about 108.7 miles and 1h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Blythewood, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 54.4 mi from Blythewood, SC · 56m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
54 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 54.4 miles from Blythewood, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Greenville, SC
The final approach into Greenville, 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 Greenville, 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
$17.40 one way
$34.79 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
38 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $18.95 | $37.91 |
| premium | $4.78 | $20.45 | $40.90 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $24.15 | $48.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 32.6 | 0 | $11.41 | $5.22 |
| Efficient EV | 27.2 | 0 | $9.51 | $4.35 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 43.5 | 0 | $15.22 | $6.96 |
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 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
Greenville, SC
Evening in Greenville on Sunday
Local time
6:58 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°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
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 52m 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 Blythewood, SC to Greenville, SC covers 108.7 miles and takes about 1h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Blythewood Road, I 77 South, Charles F Bolden Freeway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 54.4 miles from Blythewood, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.40 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 Blythewood, SC to Greenville, SC is easy. At 1h 52m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Blythewood, SC to Greenville, SC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Blythewood, SC to Greenville, SC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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