Trip from Camden, SC to Anderson County Airport, SC

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Drive Time

3h 9m

Distance

153.2 mi

247 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$24

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min

4 AM

2h 58m ★

6 AM

3h 10m

8 AM

3h 33m

10 AM

3h 18m

12 PM

3h 16m

3 PM

3h 19m

5 PM

3h 32m

8 PM

3h 3m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

The drive from Camden, SC to Anderson County Airport, SC covers 153.2 miles and takes about 3h 9m 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 20, I 385 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 54.8 miles on I 26. At current regular gas prices, budget about $23.96 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

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

76.6 miles from Camden, SC

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 29m into the drive .

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Drive Character

This is a 3h 9m highway drive covering 153.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 26 and I 20. The longest continuous stretch is about 54.8 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 30 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 54.8 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 26 and I 20. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.5 miles in near I 20.

Route Complexity 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 153.2 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 2.5 miles (I 20): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 34.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 36.1 miles (I 26; US 76): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 16 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

2.5 mi into trip | ~4m in | I 20

Merge onto I 20

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

34.4 mi into trip | ~41m in

Take the exit toward I 26 West

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 64B Toward I 26 West

36.1 mi into trip | ~45m in | I 26; US 76

Merge onto I 26; US 76

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

90.9 mi into trip | ~1h 45m in | 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

113.8 mi into trip | ~2h 10m 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

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Camden, SC and Anderson County Airport, SC, road signs point toward Greenville and Pelzer.

Greenville

90.9 mi in | ~1h 45m | via I 385

Pelzer

113.8 mi in | ~2h 10m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 26	54.8 mi	1h
I 20	31.9 mi	37m
I 385	22.9 mi	24m
Highway 418	9.9 mi	14m
Cooley Bridge Road	5.6 mi	8m
Belton Highway	4.7 mi	6m
Highway 247	3.6 mi	4m
East River Street	2.6 mi	3m

Longest stretch: I 26 — 54.8 mi, about 1h

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Camden, SC and Anderson County Airport, SC.

Start on US 521; US 601

1.1 mi · 2 min · Broad Street

Continue on US 521

1.2 mi · 1 min · Sumter Highway

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 35 sec

Merge onto I 20

32 mi · 37 min · I 20

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

1.7 mi · 3 min

Exit 64B Toward I 26 West

Merge onto I 26; US 76

55 mi · 1 hr · I 26; US 76

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

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.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 37 sec

Toward SC 418: Fountain Inn, Pelzer

Turn left onto SC 418

0.4 mi · 42 sec · McCarter Road

Continue on SC 418

1.3 mi · 2 min · Milacron Drive

Continue on SC 418

9.9 mi · 14 min · Highway 418

Turn left onto US 25

0.1 mi · 11 sec · Augusta Road

Turn right onto SC 247

5.6 mi · 8 min · Cooley Bridge Road

Continue on SC 247

3.6 mi · 4 min · Highway 247

Continue on SC 247

1.3 mi · 2 min · River Street

Turn left onto SC 20

374 ft · 12 sec · North Main Street

Turn right onto US 76; US 178; SC 20

2.3 mi · 3 min · Anderson Street

Continue on US 76; US 178

4.7 mi · 6 min · Belton Highway

Continue on US 76; US 178

2.6 mi · 3 min · East River Street

Turn left onto US 29

2.0 mi · 2 min · East Shockley Ferry Road

At end of road, turn left onto US 29

468 ft · 10 sec · South Murray Avenue

Turn right onto SC 28

0.5 mi · 34 sec · Pearman Dairy Road

Continue on SC 28

2.2 mi · 2 min · Highway 28 Bypass

Turn left onto SC 24

1.0 mi · 1 min · West Whitner Street

Continue on SC 24

0.7 mi · 1 min · Highway 24

Turn left onto Airport Road

0.4 mi · 59 sec · Airport Road

Continue on South Warner Road

0.4 mi · 58 sec · South Warner Road

Turn sharp left onto Airport Road

55 ft · 7 sec · Airport Road

Turn right

293 ft · 21 sec

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 76.6 miles from Camden, SC, or about 1h 29m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 54.8 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 33m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 76.6 miles or 1h 29m 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 28m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Anderson County Airport, SC than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Camden, SC so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Camden, SC

This is one driving day of about 153.2 miles and 3h 9m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Camden, 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 54.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 76.6 mi from Camden, SC · 1h 29m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Mauldin, SC

77 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

Mauldin, SC

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Mauldin, SC

Meal break

The midpoint is around 76.6 miles from Camden, 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

$23.96 one way

$47.91 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 54 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.34	$26.19	$52.39
premium	$4.70	$28.35	$56.71
diesel	$5.61	$33.82	$67.65

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$24

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$49–$74

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 53.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	46	$16.09	$7.35
Efficient EV	38.3	$13.40	$6.13
EV Truck/SUV	61.3	$21.45	$9.80

Gas CO2

54 kg

EV CO2

18 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.

Forecast data refreshed 5 days ago

Origin

Camden, SC

Morning in Camden on Wednesday

Local time

6:38 AM

EDT

Current temp

62°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Anderson County Airport, SC

Morning in Anderson County Airport on Wednesday

Local time

6:38 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

24 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

3h 9m 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 Camden, SC to Anderson County Airport, SC covers 153.2 miles and takes about 3h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 26, I 20, 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 76.6 miles from Camden, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.96 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Between Camden, SC and Anderson County Airport, SC, road signs point toward Greenville and Pelzer.

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Trip from Camden, SC to Anderson County Airport, SC

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Anderson County Airport, SC

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Camden, SC

Anderson County Airport, SC

Same local time

24 degrees warmer at arrival

3h 9m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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