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Drive Time
4h 34m
Distance
233.4 mi
376 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$37
one way
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Conway, SC
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This 233.4-mile drive from Greenville, SC to Conway, SC is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in a single day. Expect to spend about 4 hours and 34 minutes on the road, covering 89% of the distance on major highways like I-20 and I-26. With a projected fuel cost of around $37, this route offers an efficient way to travel within the Southeast region. It's a practical option for a day trip, allowing for flexibility in your schedule without the need for an overnight stop. The main roads are well-maintained and designed for steady progress, making it a predictable and manageable drive.
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
116.7 miles from Greenville, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 10m into the drive .
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Prepare for a predominantly highway experience, with 89% of your travel occurring on major interstates. You'll encounter stretches like the longest continuous segment of 79.4 miles on I-20, which means sustained driving without frequent exits. The route utilizes key arteries such as I-20 and I-26, facilitating efficient travel. While primarily interstate, the inclusion of the Golden Strip Freeway offers a slightly different feel before rejoining the main highway network. This highway-focused profile suggests a consistent pace for most of the journey.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 20 and I 26. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near East North Street.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 233.4 miles you will encounter 11 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 (East North Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 11.1 miles (I 385 / Golden Strip Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 42.6 miles (I 26): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto East North Street
Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto I 385 / Golden Strip Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 26
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 20 East: Florence
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 20
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 20 | 79.4 mi | 1h 29m |
| I 26 | 55.2 mi | 1h |
| Golden Strip Freeway | 31.6 mi | 34m |
| US 501 Business | 28.9 mi | 35m |
| West Palmetto Street | 22.6 mi | 32m |
| I 385 | 10.5 mi | 12m |
| SC 576 | 3.1 mi | 3m |
| Pine Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Greenville, SC and Conway, SC.
Start on US 29
Turn left onto East North Street
Continue on I 385
Keep slight left at fork onto I 385
Merge onto I 26
Take the exit
Merge onto I 20
Turn left onto US 76
Continue on SC 576
Continue on US 501 Business; SC 41 Alternate
Continue on US 501; US 701
Turn sharp right onto Pine Street
At end of road, turn left onto S-26-29
Turn right onto Elm Street
Turn left onto SC 905
Arrive at destination
To make the most of this 4-hour and 34-minute drive, consider an early morning departure to avoid potential traffic, especially as you navigate through the Greenville area and onto I-20. With only one recommended stop and a longest stretch of 79.4 miles on I-20, plan your fuel and rest breaks accordingly. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, particularly on longer interstate segments. Given the manageable distance and highway-focused nature, you have the flexibility to stop when needed, but be mindful of the steady pace the interstates allow. Your estimated fuel cost is $37, so budget accordingly for this efficient trip.
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.
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 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 116.7 miles or 2h 10m 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 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Conway, SC than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Greenville, 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 Greenville, SC
This is one driving day of about 233.4 miles and 4h 34m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 116.7 mi from Greenville, SC · 2h 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
117 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 116.7 miles from Greenville, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 20 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 79.4 miles.
The final approach into Conway, 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 Conway, SC.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$36.50 one way
$73.00 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $39.91 | $79.82 |
| premium | $4.70 | $43.20 | $86.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $51.53 | $103.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$37
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 81.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 70 | 0 | $24.51 | $11.20 |
| Efficient EV | 58.4 | 0 | $20.42 | $9.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 93.4 | 1 | $32.68 | $14.94 |
Gas CO2
82 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (67% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Greenville on Wednesday
Local time
6:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Sunny
Destination
Morning in Conway on Wednesday
Local time
6:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
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
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.
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