Origin
Centerville, SC
Morning in Centerville on Wednesday
Local time
8:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Centerville, SC to Spartanburg, SC
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 17m
Distance
57.5 mi
92 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 11m
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6 AM
1h 17m
8 AM
1h 29m
10 AM
1h 22m
12 PM
1h 20m
3 PM
1h 22m
5 PM
1h 29m
8 PM
1h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Centerville, SC
Mark Stebnicki
Spartanburg, SC
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Trip Overview
The drive from Centerville, SC to Spartanburg, SC covers 57.5 miles and takes about 1h 17m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 85, Warren H Abernathy Highway, W O Ezell Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 44.7 miles on I 85. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.99 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
28.7 miles from Centerville, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 36m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 1h 17m highway drive covering 57.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 85 and Warren H Abernathy Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 44.7 miles on I 85.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 85 is the longest continuous segment at about 44.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 85 and Warren H Abernathy Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near SC 28 / Pearman Dairy Road.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 17m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (SC 28 / Pearman Dairy Road): Navigation decision point; at 4 miles (I 85): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 48.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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SC 28 / Pearman Dairy Road
At end of road, turn left onto SC 28 / Pearman Dairy Road
Navigation decision point
5
4 mi into trip
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~6m in
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I 85
Merge onto I 85
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
48.7 mi into trip
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~1h in
Take the exit toward US 29: Spartanburg-West, Wellford
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 66
Toward US 29: Spartanburg-West, Wellford
6
48.9 mi into trip
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~1h 1m in
Turn slight left toward US 29 South: Lyman, Wellford
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward US 29 South: Lyman, Wellford
6
56.5 mi into trip
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~1h 15m in
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US 29 / West Saint John Street
Turn left onto US 29 / West Saint John Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Centerville, SC to Spartanburg, SC, road signs begin pointing toward Wellford along the way.
Wellford
48.7 mi in
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~1h
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 85 | 44.7 mi | 54m |
| Warren H Abernathy Highway | 4.4 mi | 7m |
| W O Ezell Boulevard | 2.7 mi | 5m |
| Pearman Dairy Road | 2 mi | 2m |
| Liberty Highway | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| West Saint John Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| West Main Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Sullivan Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 85
— 44.7 mi, about 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Centerville, SC and Spartanburg, SC.
1
Start on Dixon Road
66 ft
·
6 sec
·
Dixon Road
2
Turn left onto Sullivan Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Sullivan Road
3
At end of road, turn left onto SC 28
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Pearman Dairy Road
4
Turn left onto US 178
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Liberty Highway
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
6
Merge onto I 85
45 mi
·
54 min
·
I 85
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 66
Toward US 29: Spartanburg-West, Wellford
Use the slight right lane.
8
Turn slight left
128 ft
·
7 sec
Toward US 29 South: Lyman, Wellford
Use the slight left lane.
9
Turn right onto US 29
4.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Warren H Abernathy Highway
10
Continue on US 29
2.7 mi
·
5 min
·
W O Ezell Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on US 29
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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West Main Street
12
Turn left onto US 29
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Saint John Street
Use the left lane.
13
Turn right onto US 221; SC 56
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
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North Church Street
14
Arrive at destination
US 221; SC 56
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 28.7 miles from Centerville, SC, or about 36m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 44.7 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 57.5 miles or 1h 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 28.7 miles or 36m 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 1m
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 Centerville, 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 Centerville, SC
This is one driving day of about 57.5 miles and 1h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Centerville, 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 85 for about 44.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.7 mi from Centerville, SC · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 57.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.7 miles from Centerville, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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
$8.99 one way
$17.98 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $9.83 | $19.66 |
| premium | $4.70 | $10.64 | $21.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.70 | $25.39 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.04 | $2.76 |
| Efficient EV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.03 | $2.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23 | 0 | $8.05 | $3.68 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Morning in Spartanburg on Wednesday
Local time
8:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°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
12 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 17m 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 Centerville, SC to Spartanburg, SC covers 57.5 miles and takes about 1h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 85, Warren H Abernathy Highway, W O Ezell Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.7 miles from Centerville, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.99 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.
This is a straightforward 1h 17m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (SC 28 / Pearman Dairy Road): Navigation decision point; at 4 miles (I 85): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 48.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Centerville, SC to Spartanburg, SC, road signs begin pointing toward Wellford along the way.
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