Trip from Edgefield, SC to Spartanburg, SC

Drive Time

1h 46m

Distance

93.4 mi

150 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$15

one way

EV Charging

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station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 24 min
4 AM
1h 38m ★
6 AM
1h 46m
8 AM
2h 2m
10 AM
1h 52m
12 PM
1h 50m
3 PM
1h 52m
5 PM
2h 1m
8 PM
1h 41m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Edgefield, SC, SC

Edgefield, SC

Just a Couple Photos

Downtown Spartanburg, SC, SC

Spartanburg, SC

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Trip Overview

Spanning 93.4 miles through the Southeast, this journey from Edgefield to Spartanburg takes approximately 1 hour and 46 minutes to complete. Because the travel time is relatively short, it functions perfectly as a straightforward day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight lodging. You should budget about $15 for fuel to cover the distance between these two South Carolina locations. Navigating this path involves traveling along Buncombe Street, Greenwood Highway, and Brooks Road. Since there are no designated stops planned on this route, you can expect a direct drive from start to finish. It is an ideal choice if you prefer a focused, efficient transit between regions rather than a multi-day expedition.

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

46.7 miles from Edgefield, SC

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you actively engaged behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate grind, this route features a 0% highway share, relying entirely on local roads to get you to your destination. You will not encounter any long, empty stretches, as the longest segment is found on Buncombe Street with no extended uninterupted sections. The winding nature of these roads means you should stay alert for frequent turns and directional changes. Prepare for a more hands-on driving experience that requires your full attention compared to the mindless cruising found on major freeways.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Buncombe Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.

Route Complexity 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

The drive from Edgefield, SC to Spartanburg, SC is easy. At 1h 46m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Edgefield, SC to Spartanburg, SC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Buncombe Street Unavailable Refreshing
Greenwood Highway Unavailable Refreshing
Brooks Road Unavailable Refreshing
Epworth Camp Road East Unavailable Refreshing
Heddy Road Unavailable Refreshing
Highway 25 South Unavailable Refreshing
North Emerald Road Unavailable Refreshing
Kateway Unavailable Refreshing

Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.

Longest stretch: Buncombe Street — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Edgefield, SC and Spartanburg, SC.

1

Start on Main Street

62 ft · 3 sec · Main Street
2

Turn slight right onto Buncombe Street

20 mi · 27 min · Buncombe Street
3

Continue on Greenwood Highway

0.7 mi · 56 sec · Greenwood Highway
4

Continue on Brooks Road

3.9 mi · 5 min · Brooks Road
5

Continue on Epworth Camp Road East

0.3 mi · 27 sec · Epworth Camp Road East
6

Continue on Heddy Road

2.5 mi · 3 min · Heddy Road
7

Continue on Highway 25 South

2.8 mi · 3 min · Highway 25 South
8

Turn right

3.9 mi · 5 min
9

Continue on North Emerald Road

0.6 mi · 1 min · North Emerald Road
10

Turn left onto Kateway

0.7 mi · 1 min · Kateway
11

At the end of the road, turn right

23 mi · 30 min
12

Turn right onto Springdale Drive

3.4 mi · 4 min · Springdale Drive
13

Turn right onto Highway 72 East

1.2 mi · 1 min · Highway 72 East
14

Take the exit left

0.3 mi · 38 sec
15

Merge slight left

1.4 mi · 1 min
16

Keep slight right to continue on Spartanburg

24 mi · 25 min · Spartanburg
17

Take the exit slight right toward US 221: Spartanburg-South, Moore

0.3 mi · 33 sec · US 221: Spartanburg-South, Moore
18

Turn straight onto Highway 221

2.3 mi · 3 min · Highway 221
19

Continue on South Church Street

6.0 mi · 10 min · South Church Street
20

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

Given the 1-hour and 46-minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility when choosing your departure time. Since this route contains no scheduled stops, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you leave Edgefield to avoid needing to hunt for stations along the local roads. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the drive can be more tiring than a straight highway shot, so plan to stay hydrated and alert. Because you are navigating local streets like Brooks Road and Greenwood Highway, keep a close eye on your GPS to navigate the frequent turns accurately. Using the full 93.4-mile span as a single push is manageable, but don't hesitate to pull over safely if you need a quick break from the constant steering.

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 46.7 miles from Edgefield, SC, or about 53m into the drive.

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 30m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 46.7 miles or 53m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 27m

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 Edgefield, 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 Edgefield, SC

This is one driving day of about 93.4 miles and 1h 46m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Edgefield, 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.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 46.7 mi from Edgefield, SC · 53m into the drive

Downtown Mauldin, SC, SC

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Mauldin, SC

47 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

Inman Mills, SC

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Mauldin, SC

Meal break

The midpoint is around 46.7 miles from Edgefield, 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

$14.95 one way

$29.90 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 33 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.43 $16.29 $32.57
premium $4.78 $17.57 $35.14
diesel $5.64 $20.75 $41.50

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$15

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$40–$65

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 32.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 28 0 $9.81 $4.48
Efficient EV 23.4 0 $8.17 $3.74
EV Truck/SUV 37.4 0 $13.08 $5.98

Gas CO2

33 kg

EV CO2

11 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.

Forecast data refreshed 2 days ago

Origin

Edgefield, SC

Evening in Edgefield on Sunday

Local time

5:28 PM

EDT

Current temp

63°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Spartanburg, SC

Evening in Spartanburg on Sunday

Local time

5:28 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

1 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 46m 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 Edgefield, SC to Spartanburg, SC covers 93.4 miles and takes about 1h 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Buncombe Street, Greenwood Highway, Brooks Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 46.7 miles from Edgefield, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.95 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.
The drive from Edgefield, SC to Spartanburg, SC is easy. At 1h 46m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Edgefield, SC to Spartanburg, SC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Edgefield, SC to Spartanburg, SC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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