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Drive Time
2h 41m
Distance
113.4 mi
183 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Clearwater, SC
Jared Lung
The drive from Clearwater, SC to Greenville, SC covers 113.4 miles and takes about 2h 41m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 25, Edgefield Road, Southern Connector for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 69.2 miles on US 25. At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.73 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
56.7 miles from Clearwater, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 20m into the drive .
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This is a 2h 41m highway drive covering 113.4 miles, with most of the trip on US 25 and Edgefield Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 69.2 miles on US 25.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 25 and Edgefield Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SC 126 / Belvedere Road.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 41m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SC 126 / Belvedere Road): Navigation decision point; at 4.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5 miles (US 25; SC 121 / Edgefield Road): Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto SC 126 / Belvedere Road
Navigation decision point
Take the exit toward US 25, SC 121: North Augusta, Edgefield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn right onto US 25; SC 121 / Edgefield Road
Lane positioning matters here
At end of road, turn left onto US 25
Navigation decision point
Merge onto I 185 / Southern Connector
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 25 | 69.2 mi | 1h 37m |
| Edgefield Road | 14.1 mi | 21m |
| Southern Connector | 10.3 mi | 13m |
| Montague Avenue | 4.6 mi | 7m |
| Augusta Road | 4.2 mi | 4m |
| Bauskett Street | 3.9 mi | 4m |
| Belvedere-Clearwater Road | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| South Church Street | 1.5 mi | 3m |
Step-by-step road directions between Clearwater, SC and Greenville, SC.
Start on SC 421
Turn right onto SC 126
Continue on SC 126
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 520
Take the exit
Continue on this road
Turn right onto US 25; SC 121
Turn left onto US 25
Turn straight onto US 25 Truck
At end of road, turn left onto US 25
Turn straight onto US 25 Business; US 178 Business
Continue on US 25; US 178
Take the exit
Merge onto I 185
Continue on US 29
Arrive at destination
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.
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 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 56.7 miles or 1h 20m 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 Greenville, SC than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Clearwater, 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 Clearwater, SC
This is one driving day of about 113.4 miles and 2h 41m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 56.7 mi from Clearwater, SC · 1h 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
57 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 56.7 miles from Clearwater, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 25 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 69.2 miles.
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.
Regular Gas
$17.73 one way
$35.47 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $19.39 | $38.78 |
| premium | $4.70 | $20.99 | $41.98 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $25.04 | $50.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34 | 0 | $11.91 | $5.44 |
| Efficient EV | 28.4 | 0 | $9.92 | $4.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 45.4 | 0 | $15.88 | $7.26 |
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (68% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Clearwater on Tuesday
Local time
8:13 PM
EDT
Current temp
89°F
Sunny
Destination
Evening in Greenville on Tuesday
Local time
8:13 PM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Sunny
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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