Origin
Clover, SC
Evening in Clover on Sunday
Local time
5:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Clover, SC to Spartanburg, SC
Drive Time
1h 8m
Distance
51.4 mi
83 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 3m
★
6 AM
1h 9m
8 AM
1h 20m
10 AM
1h 12m
12 PM
1h 11m
3 PM
1h 13m
5 PM
1h 19m
8 PM
1h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Clover, SC
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Spartanburg, SC
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Trip Overview
Connecting Clover and Spartanburg, this 51.4-mile trek is a straightforward journey through the Southeast that you can easily complete in about an hour and eight minutes. Because the trip is short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion without the need for an overnight stay. You will spend roughly $8 on fuel, making this an economical option for your travel plans. The route moves entirely within South Carolina, keeping you in familiar regional territory throughout the drive. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick visit, the simplicity of this path allows for a stress-free transition between the two cities.
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
25.7 miles from Clover, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 33m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 69% of your travel time will be spent on major thoroughfares. You will navigate a combination of Highway 55 West, York Road, and a significant portion of I-85. The most sustained leg of the trip occurs on I-85, where you will face a 23.5-mile stretch of uninterrupted interstate driving. While the route begins on local roads, the transition to the highway provides a consistent pace that defines the character of this drive. It is a functional, efficient path that prioritizes speed and directness over winding scenic detours.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 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 23.5 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
910 ft
545 ft
Total Climb
818 ft
Total Descent
825 ft
Highest Point
910 ft
~38.5 mi in
Elevation Range
366 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 85 and Highway 55 West. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Kings Mountain Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 8m drive. You will face about 8 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 (Kings Mountain Street): Navigation decision point; at 13.2 miles (SC 5 / Kings Creek Drive): Navigation decision point; at 21.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Kings Mountain Street
Turn right onto Kings Mountain Street
Navigation decision point
3
13.2 mi into trip
|
~18m in
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SC 5 / Kings Creek Drive
Turn right onto SC 5 / Kings Creek Drive
Navigation decision point
6
21.3 mi into trip
|
~28m in
Take the exit toward I 85 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 85 South
5
21.6 mi into trip
|
~29m in
|
I 85
Merge onto I 85
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
45.1 mi into trip
|
~56m in
Take the exit toward US 221: Chesnee, Spartanburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 78
Toward US 221: Chesnee, Spartanburg
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 85 | 23.5 mi | 26m |
| Highway 55 West | 11.8 mi | 16m |
| York Road | 4.9 mi | 5m |
| Chesnee Highway | 3.7 mi | 6m |
| North Church Street | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| Kings Creek Drive | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| North Mountain Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Kings Mountain Street | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 85
— 23.5 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clover, SC and Spartanburg, SC.
1
Start on US 321
38 ft
·
5 sec
·
North Main Street West
2
Turn right onto Kings Mountain Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Kings Mountain Street
3
Continue on SC 55
12 mi
·
16 min
·
Highway 55 West
4
Continue on SC 55
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
Clover Highway
5
Turn right onto SC 5
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Kings Creek Drive
6
Continue on SC 5
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
York Road
7
Continue on SC 5
0.7 mi
·
49 sec
·
York Highway
8
Continue on SC 5
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
York Road
9
Continue on SC 5
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North Mountain Street
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward I 85 South
11
Merge onto I 85
24 mi
·
26 min
·
I 85
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 78
Toward US 221: Chesnee, Spartanburg
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn left onto US 221
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Chesnee Highway
14
Continue on US 221
0.6 mi
·
53 sec
·
Whitney Road
15
Continue on US 221; SC 9
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Church Street
16
Turn right
28 ft
·
7 sec
17
Turn left onto US 221; SC 56
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North Church Street
18
Arrive at destination
US 221; SC 56
Trip Plan
Since the total drive time is just over an hour, you have significant flexibility with your departure schedule. You can comfortably make the trip without planning for any formal stops, as the duration is manageable even if you are on a tight timeline. Keep in mind that your time on I-85 constitutes the bulk of the journey, so monitor traffic reports for that stretch before you head out. Because the fuel cost is a modest $8, you won't need to worry about complex refueling logistics along the way. Use the initial local road segments to settle in before committing to the faster-moving interstate portion of your trip.
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 25.7 miles from Clover, SC, or about 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 23.5 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 51.4 miles or 1h 8m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 25.7 miles or 33m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 54m
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 Clover, 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 Clover, SC
This is one driving day of about 51.4 miles and 1h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Clover, 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 23.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.7 mi from Clover, SC · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 51.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.7 miles from Clover, 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
$8.23 one way
$16.45 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $8.96 | $17.93 |
| premium | $4.78 | $9.67 | $19.34 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $11.42 | $22.84 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 18 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.4 | 0 | $5.40 | $2.47 |
| Efficient EV | 12.9 | 0 | $4.50 | $2.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.6 | 0 | $7.20 | $3.29 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Destination
Spartanburg, SC
Evening in Spartanburg on Sunday
Local time
5:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
63°F
Boiling Springs, NC
26 mi in
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
2 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 8m 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 Clover, SC to Spartanburg, SC covers 51.4 miles and takes about 1h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 85, Highway 55 West, York Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25.7 miles from Clover, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.23 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 8m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Kings Mountain Street): Navigation decision point; at 13.2 miles (SC 5 / Kings Creek Drive): Navigation decision point; at 21.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Clover, SC to Spartanburg, SC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 545 ft to 910 ft elevation with about 818 ft of total climbing.
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