Origin
Easley, SC
Evening in Easley on Sunday
Local time
5:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Easley, SC to Anderson, SC
Drive Time
45m
Distance
29.4 mi
47 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 41m
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6 AM
0h 45m
8 AM
0h 53m
10 AM
0h 48m
12 PM
0h 47m
3 PM
0h 48m
5 PM
0h 52m
8 PM
0h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Easley, SC
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Anderson, SC
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel between Easley and Anderson, South Carolina, this 29.4-mile trip is a straightforward local connection. You can easily complete the drive in about 45 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. Budgeting approximately $5 for fuel should cover your needs for the entire journey. Because the distance is relatively short, there is no need to plan for overnight stays or multiple stops along the way. Both cities are firmly rooted in the Southeast, offering a consistent regional feel as you transition between these two South Carolina hubs.
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
14.7 miles from Easley, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 22m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate experience, as this route features zero percent highway driving. You will navigate via Liberty Highway, Calhoun Memorial Highway, and Pearman Dairy Road, which keeps the pace steady but varied. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs during the 12.9 miles spent on Liberty Highway. Because you are navigating local roads, you should remain alert for frequent turns throughout the duration of the trip. The personality of this drive is functional and grounded, providing a direct look at the local infrastructure connecting these two communities.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Liberty Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 12.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East 1st Avenue.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 45m drive. You will face about 15 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 (East 1st Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (US 123 / Calhoun Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East 1st Avenue
Turn right onto East 1st Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
1 mi into trip
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~2m in
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US 123 / Calhoun Memorial Highway
Merge onto US 123 / Calhoun Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
5.9 mi into trip
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~8m in
Take the exit toward US 178: Liberty, Anderson
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 178: Liberty, Anderson
5
29.1 mi into trip
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~43m in
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West Benson Street
Turn left onto West Benson Street
Navigation decision point
5
29.3 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Liberty Highway | 12.9 mi | 19m |
| Calhoun Memorial Highway | 4.8 mi | 5m |
| Pearman Dairy Road | 4.4 mi | 5m |
| Moorefield Memorial Highway | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| West Whitner Street | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| South Pendleton Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West Benson Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| East 1st Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Liberty Highway
— 12.9 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Easley, SC and Anderson, SC.
1
Start on Russell Street
224 ft
·
9 sec
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Russell Street
2
Turn right onto East 1st Avenue
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
East 1st Avenue
3
Turn left onto SC 135
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Pendleton Street
4
Turn right onto Ross Avenue
380 ft
·
8 sec
·
Ross Avenue
5
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
6
Merge onto US 123
4.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Calhoun Memorial Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
Toward US 178: Liberty, Anderson
Use the slight right lane.
8
Turn left onto US 178
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Moorefield Memorial Highway
9
Enter roundabout onto US 178
114 ft
·
4 sec
·
Moorefield Memorial Highway
10
Continue on US 178
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Moorefield Memorial Highway
11
Continue on US 178
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Liberty Highway
12
Enter roundabout onto US 178
114 ft
·
2 sec
·
Liberty Highway
13
Continue on US 178
11 mi
·
16 min
·
Liberty Highway
14
Turn right onto Highway 28 Bypass
173 ft
·
2 sec
·
Highway 28 Bypass
15
Continue on 28 BYP
4.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Pearman Dairy Road
16
Turn left onto SC 24
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
West Whitner Street
17
Turn right onto US 76; US 178; US 29 Business; SC 81
252 ft
·
11 sec
·
South Murray Avenue
18
Turn left onto West Benson Street
0.1 mi
·
37 sec
·
West Benson Street
19
Turn left
221 ft
·
21 sec
20
Turn left onto East Whitner Street
190 ft
·
8 sec
·
East Whitner Street
21
Arrive at destination
East Whitner Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 45-minute jaunt, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Without any required stops, you can easily tailor your schedule to avoid peak local traffic hours to ensure a smoother transition between towns. Given the $5 fuel estimate, you will likely find it most convenient to fill up before you leave rather than searching for stations mid-route. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of these local roads requires your full attention, so plan your navigation ahead of time. Taking advantage of the route's brevity allows you to spend more time at your destination rather than behind the wheel.
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 14.7 miles from Easley, SC, or about 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 12.9 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 29.4 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 14.7 miles or 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Anderson, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Easley, 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 Easley, SC
This is one driving day of about 29.4 miles and 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Easley, 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 Liberty Highway for about 12.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 14.7 mi from Easley, SC · 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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 29.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 14.7 miles from Easley, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Anderson, SC
The final approach into Anderson, 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, 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
$4.71 one way
$9.41 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $5.13 | $10.25 |
| premium | $4.78 | $5.53 | $11.06 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $6.53 | $13.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.8 | 0 | $3.09 | $1.41 |
| Efficient EV | 7.4 | 0 | $2.57 | $1.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.12 | $1.88 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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, SC
Evening in Anderson on Sunday
Local time
5:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
45m 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 Easley, SC to Anderson, SC covers 29.4 miles and takes about 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Liberty Highway, Calhoun Memorial Highway, Pearman Dairy Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 14.7 miles from Easley, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.71 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 45m drive. You will face about 15 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East 1st Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (US 123 / Calhoun Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Easley, SC to Anderson, SC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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