Origin
Fort Mill, SC
Evening in Fort Mill on Sunday
Local time
5:16 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fort Mill, SC to Clover, SC
Drive Time
36m
Distance
22.3 mi
36 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 34m
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6 AM
0h 37m
8 AM
0h 43m
10 AM
0h 39m
12 PM
0h 38m
3 PM
0h 39m
5 PM
0h 43m
8 PM
0h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fort Mill, SC
Phil Evenden
Clover, SC
Airam Dato-on
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion from Fort Mill to Clover, you are looking at a straightforward 22.3-mile journey that typically takes about 36 minutes to complete. This drive stays entirely within the Southeast region of South Carolina, making it an ideal choice for a simple one-day trip. You will primarily navigate via State Highway 557, Highway 160 West, and SC 49. With a total estimated fuel cost of just $4, this route is highly economical for those wanting to get from point A to point B without any overnight stays. It is a practical, no-fuss connection that serves as a reliable link between these two South Carolina communities.
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
11.2 miles from Fort Mill, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 19m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 68% of your time spent on main thoroughfares. You should expect a steady pace, as the route is designed for efficiency rather than complex maneuvers. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is 6.7 miles on State Highway 557, which allows for consistent driving conditions. As you transition between the various highways, the road surface remains functional and direct. Behind the wheel, you will experience a predictable flow that favors highway transit over winding, technical backroads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Highway 557 is the longest continuous segment at about 6.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 557 and Highway 160 West. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 21 Business; SC 160 / North White Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 22.3 miles you will encounter 8 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: near the start (US 21 Business; SC 160 / North White Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.2 miles (Zoar Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.5 miles (Youngblood Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 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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US 21 Business; SC 160 / North White Street
Turn right onto US 21 Business; SC 160 / North White Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
5.2 mi into trip
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~9m in
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Zoar Road
Turn left onto Zoar Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
6.5 mi into trip
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~12m in
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Youngblood Road
Enter roundabout onto Youngblood Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
7.7 mi into trip
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~14m in
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NC 49 / York Road
Turn left onto NC 49 / York Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
19.7 mi into trip
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~32m in
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SC 55 / Highway 55 East
Turn right onto SC 55 / Highway 55 East
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 557 | 6.7 mi | 10m |
| Highway 160 West | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| SC 49 | 3 mi | 4m |
| York Road | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Bethel Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Zoar Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Youngblood Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Highway 55 East | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 557
— 6.7 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Mill, SC and Clover, SC.
1
Start on SC 160
85 ft
·
4 sec
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Main Street
2
Turn right onto US 21 Business; SC 160
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North White Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Continue on SC 160
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
SC 160
4
Continue on SC 160
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Highway 160 West
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Turn left onto Zoar Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Zoar Road
Use the left lane.
6
Continue on Youngblood Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Youngblood Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
7
Turn left onto NC 49
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
York Road
Use the none lane.
8
Continue on SC 49
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
SC 49
9
Continue on SC 557
6.7 mi
·
10 min
·
State Highway 557
Use the none lane.
10
Turn right onto SC 55
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Highway 55 East
Use the right lane.
11
Continue on Bethel Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Bethel Street
Use the none lane.
12
Continue on Kings Mountain Street
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Kings Mountain Street
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
13
Turn right onto Church Street
299 ft
·
9 sec
·
Church Street
14
Turn right onto Guinn Street
520 ft
·
25 sec
·
Guinn Street
15
Turn right onto US 321
346 ft
·
5 sec
·
North Main Street West
16
Arrive at destination
US 321
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 36-minute sprint, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. There are no planned stops on this route, so ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you head out to cover the $4 cost comfortably. Keep a close watch on your speed as you transition between the three main highways, as traffic patterns can shift near intersections. Because the entire journey is under 23 miles, you can easily complete this drive in one go without needing to build in rest breaks. Use the lack of scheduled stops to your advantage by planning your arrival in Clover exactly when you need to be there.
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 11.2 miles from Fort Mill, SC, or about 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 6.7 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 22.3 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 11.2 miles or 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 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Clover, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Fort Mill, 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 Fort Mill, SC
This is one driving day of about 22.3 miles and 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Fort Mill, 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 State Highway 557 for about 6.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 11.2 mi from Fort Mill, SC · 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
11 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 22.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 11.2 miles from Fort Mill, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Clover, SC
The final approach into Clover, 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 Clover, 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
$3.57 one way
$7.14 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $3.89 | $7.78 |
| premium | $4.78 | $4.19 | $8.39 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $4.95 | $9.91 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.7 | 0 | $2.34 | $1.07 |
| Efficient EV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.95 | $0.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.9 | 0 | $3.12 | $1.43 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Clover, SC
Evening in Clover on Sunday
Local time
5:16 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
64°F
Belmont, NC
11 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
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
36m 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 Fort Mill, SC to Clover, SC covers 22.3 miles and takes about 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Highway 557, Highway 160 West, SC 49. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11.2 miles from Fort Mill, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.57 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 22.3 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 21 Business; SC 160 / North White Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.2 miles (Zoar Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.5 miles (Youngblood Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Fort Mill, SC to Clover, SC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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