Origin
Conway, SC
Afternoon in Conway on Sunday
Local time
4:12 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Conway, SC to Five Forks, SC
Drive Time
4h 30m
Distance
226.7 mi
365 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$36
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 17m
★
6 AM
4h 30m
8 AM
4h 57m
10 AM
4h 40m
12 PM
4h 37m
3 PM
4h 41m
5 PM
4h 56m
8 PM
4h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Conway, SC
Franco Monsalvo
Five Forks, SC
Wilawan Pantukang
Trip Overview
The drive from Conway, SC to Five Forks, SC covers 226.7 miles and takes about 4h 30m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on J Strom Thurmond Freeway, I 26, I 385 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 76.4 miles on J Strom Thurmond Freeway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $36.28 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
113.4 miles from Conway, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 19m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 4h 30m highway drive covering 226.7 miles, with most of the trip on J Strom Thurmond Freeway and I 26. The longest continuous stretch is about 76.4 miles on J Strom Thurmond Freeway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
J Strom Thurmond Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 76.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on J Strom Thurmond Freeway and I 26. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in near US 501; US 701 / Church Street.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 226.7 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 1.2 miles (US 501; US 701 / Church Street): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 134 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 190.6 miles (I 385): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
US 501; US 701 / Church Street
Merge onto US 501; US 701 / Church Street
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
134 mi into trip
|
~2h 42m in
Take the exit toward I 26 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 64B
Toward I 26 West
9
190.6 mi into trip
|
~3h 46m 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
7
221.4 mi into trip
|
~4h 19m in
Take the exit toward SC 417: Laurens Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 31
Toward SC 417: Laurens Road
6
226.7 mi into trip
|
~4h 30m in
At end of road, turn left
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Conway, SC to Five Forks, SC, road signs begin pointing toward Greenville along the way.
Greenville
190.6 mi in
|
~3h 46m
|
via I 385
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| J Strom Thurmond Freeway | 76.4 mi | 1h 25m |
| I 26 | 54.8 mi | 1h |
| I 385 | 29.6 mi | 32m |
| Church Street | 28.8 mi | 34m |
| US 76 | 18.8 mi | 24m |
| SC 576 | 3.2 mi | 3m |
| Adams Mill Road | 2.8 mi | 5m |
| West Evans Street | 2.4 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
J Strom Thurmond Freeway
— 76.4 mi, about 1h 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Conway, SC and Five Forks, SC.
1
Start on SC 905
461 ft
·
19 sec
·
4th Avenue
2
Turn right onto Elm Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Elm Street
3
Turn left onto S-26-29
314 ft
·
9 sec
·
9th Avenue
4
Turn right onto Pine Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Pine Street
5
Merge onto US 501; US 701
29 mi
·
34 min
·
Church Street
Use the none lane.
6
Turn straight onto SC 576
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
SC 576
7
Continue on US 76
6.7 mi
·
7 min
·
US 76
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on US 76; US 301
12 mi
·
16 min
·
US 76; US 301
Use the straight lane.
9
Turn slight right onto East Cheves Street
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
East Cheves Street
10
Turn right onto Warley Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Warley Street
11
Turn left onto S-21-31
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
West Evans Street
12
Turn right onto I 20 Bus
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
West David H McLeod Boulevard
13
Continue on I 20 Bus
76 mi
·
1 hr 25 min
·
J Strom Thurmond Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
1.7 mi
·
3 min
Exit 64B
Toward I 26 West
15
Merge onto I 26; US 76
55 mi
·
1 hr
·
I 26; US 76
Use the none lane.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto I 385
30 mi
·
32 min
·
I 385
Exit 51
Toward I 385 North: Laurens, Greenville
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork onto I 385
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Golden Strip Freeway
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 31
Toward SC 417: Laurens Road
Use the slight right lane.
19
Turn right onto SC 417
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Northeast Main Street
20
Turn left onto SC 14
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Highway 14
21
Turn right onto Adams Mill Road
2.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Adams Mill Road
22
Turn left onto Scuffletown Road
324 ft
·
11 sec
·
Scuffletown Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
23
Turn slight left
203 ft
·
20 sec
24
At end of road, turn left
164 ft
·
12 sec
25
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 113.4 miles from Conway, SC, or about 2h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 76.4 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 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 113.4 miles or 2h 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 3h 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Five Forks, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Conway, 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 Conway, SC
This is one driving day of about 226.7 miles and 4h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Conway, 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 J Strom Thurmond Freeway for about 76.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 113.4 mi from Conway, SC · 2h 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
113 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 113.4 miles from Conway, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before J Strom Thurmond Freeway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 76.4 miles.
Arriving in Five Forks, SC
The final approach into Five Forks, 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 Five Forks, 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
$36.28 one way
$72.56 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
79 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $39.53 | $79.06 |
| premium | $4.78 | $42.64 | $85.29 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $50.36 | $100.73 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 79.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 68 | 0 | $23.80 | $10.88 |
| Efficient EV | 56.7 | 0 | $19.84 | $9.07 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 90.7 | 1 | $31.74 | $14.51 |
Gas CO2
79 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Five Forks, SC
Afternoon in Five Forks on Sunday
Local time
4:12 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°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
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
4h 30m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Conway, SC to Five Forks, SC covers 226.7 miles and takes about 4h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are J Strom Thurmond Freeway, I 26, 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 113.4 miles from Conway, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $36.28 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 226.7 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles (US 501; US 701 / Church Street): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 134 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 190.6 miles (I 385): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Conway, SC to Five Forks, SC, road signs begin pointing toward Greenville along the way.
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