Origin
Central, SC
Morning in Central on Wednesday
Local time
8:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Central, SC to Anderson County Airport, SC
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
37m
Distance
22.2 mi
36 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 34m
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6 AM
0h 37m
8 AM
0h 43m
10 AM
0h 39m
12 PM
0h 39m
3 PM
0h 40m
5 PM
0h 43m
8 PM
0h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Central, SC
Jerson Martins
Anderson County Airport, SC
Jimmy Liao
Trip Overview
The drive from Central, SC to Anderson County Airport, SC covers 22.2 miles and takes about 37m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Anderson Highway, Clemson Boulevard, Pearman Dairy Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 4.7 miles on Anderson Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.47 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
11.1 miles from Central, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 19m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 37m drive with frequent turns across 22.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Anderson Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 4.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SC 93 / West Main Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 22.2 miles you will encounter 10 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: near the start (SC 93 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19.6 miles (Standridge Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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SC 93 / West Main Street
Turn left onto SC 93 / West Main Street
Navigation decision point
8
3.9 mi into trip
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~7m in
Take the ramp toward I 85, US 76, SC 28: Anderson
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 85, US 76, SC 28: Anderson
4
19.6 mi into trip
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~31m in
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Standridge Road
Turn right onto Standridge Road
Navigation decision point
5
22.1 mi into trip
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~36m in
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Airport Road
Turn sharp left onto Airport Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
22.1 mi into trip
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~36m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Anderson Highway | 4.7 mi | 7m |
| Clemson Boulevard | 4 mi | 5m |
| Pearman Dairy Road | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| Clemson Highway | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| Old Greenville Highway | 2.1 mi | 4m |
| West Main Street | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Michelin Boulevard | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Highway 24 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Anderson Highway
— 4.7 mi, about 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Central, SC and Anderson County Airport, SC.
1
Start on Church Street
28 ft
·
7 sec
·
Church Street
2
Turn left onto SC 93
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
West Main Street
3
Continue on SC 93
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Old Greenville Highway
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward I 85, US 76, SC 28: Anderson
Use the left lane.
5
Merge onto Anderson Highway
4.7 mi
·
7 min
·
Anderson Highway
6
Continue on US 76; SC 28
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
Clemson Boulevard
7
Continue on US 76; SC 28
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Clemson Highway
8
Continue on US 76; SC 28
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Clemson Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
9
Take the exit onto SC 28
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
SC 28
10
Merge onto 28 BYP
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Pearman Dairy Road
11
Turn right onto Standridge Road
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Standridge Road
12
Turn left onto 383
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Michelin Boulevard
13
Turn right onto SC 24
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
West Whitner Street
14
Continue on SC 24
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Highway 24
15
Turn left onto Airport Road
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Airport Road
16
Continue on South Warner Road
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
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South Warner Road
17
Turn sharp left onto Airport Road
55 ft
·
7 sec
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Airport Road
18
Turn right
293 ft
·
21 sec
19
Arrive at destination
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 11.1 miles from Central, SC, or about 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 4.7 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 22.2 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 11.1 miles or 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 30m
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 Central, 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 Central, SC
This is one driving day of about 22.2 miles and 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Central, 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 Anderson Highway for about 4.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 11.1 mi from Central, SC · 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
11 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 22.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 11.1 miles from Central, 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
$3.47 one way
$6.94 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $3.80 | $7.59 |
| premium | $4.70 | $4.11 | $8.22 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.90 | $9.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.7 | 0 | $2.33 | $1.07 |
| Efficient EV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.94 | $0.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.9 | 0 | $3.11 | $1.42 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Anderson County Airport, SC
Morning in Anderson County Airport on Wednesday
Local time
8:17 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
37m 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 Central, SC to Anderson County Airport, SC covers 22.2 miles and takes about 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Anderson Highway, Clemson Boulevard, Pearman Dairy Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11.1 miles from Central, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.47 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 22.2 miles you will encounter 10 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: near the start (SC 93 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19.6 miles (Standridge Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Central, SC to Anderson County Airport, SC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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