Drive Time
25m
Distance
13.3 mi
21 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
Photo: Curtis Adams
The drive from Duncan, SC to Spartanburg, SC covers 13.3 miles and takes about 25m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Warren H Abernathy Highway, W O Ezell Boulevard, Spartanburg Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 4.6 miles on Warren H Abernathy Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.13 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
6.6 miles from Duncan, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 12m into the drive .
Expect a 25m drive with frequent turns across 13.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 5 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near SC 292 / Spartanburg Road.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 13.3 miles you will encounter 5 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: at 0.1 miles (SC 292 / Spartanburg Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles (Astor Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles (US 29 / Spartanburg Highway): 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 292 / Spartanburg Road
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto Astor Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto US 29 / Spartanburg Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto US 29 / West Saint John Street
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto US 221; SC 56 / North Church Street
Lane positioning matters here
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Warren H Abernathy Highway | 4.6 mi | 7m |
| W O Ezell Boulevard | 2.7 mi | 5m |
| Spartanburg Highway | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Spartanburg Road | 2 mi | 4m |
| West Saint John Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| West Main Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Old Spartanburg Highway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Church Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Duncan, SC and Spartanburg, SC.
Start on South Spencer Street
Turn right onto SC 292
Continue on Old Spartanburg Highway
Turn left onto Astor Street
Turn right onto US 29
Continue on US 29
Continue on US 29
Continue on US 29
Turn left onto US 29
Turn right onto US 221; SC 56
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 13.3 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 6.6 miles or 12m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Spartanburg, SC than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Duncan, 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 Duncan, SC
This is one driving day of about 13.3 miles and 25m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 6.6 mi from Duncan, SC · 12m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
7 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 13.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 6.6 miles from Duncan, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
Regular Gas
$2.13 one way
$4.26 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $2.32 | $4.64 |
| premium | $4.78 | $2.50 | $5.00 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.95 | $5.91 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4 | 0 | $1.40 | $0.64 |
| Efficient EV | 3.3 | 0 | $1.16 | $0.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.3 | 0 | $1.86 | $0.85 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Morning in Duncan on Sunday
Local time
11:06 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Morning in Spartanburg on Sunday
Local time
11:06 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
62°F
Inman Mills, SC
7 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
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
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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