Sign in
No account yet?
Create accountDrive Time
26m
Distance
16 mi
26 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Greer, SC
Just a Couple Photos
Mauldin, SC
Daniel Sell
The drive from Greer, SC to Mauldin, SC covers 16 miles and takes about 26m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 85, South Highway 14, Laurens Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 7.3 miles on I 85. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.56 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
8 miles from Greer, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 14m into the drive .
This is a 26m highway drive covering 16 miles, with most of the trip on I 85 and South Highway 14. The longest continuous stretch is about 7.3 miles on I 85.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
352 ft
Total Descent
425 ft
Highest Point
1,015 ft
Elevation Range
181 ft
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 85 and South Highway 14. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SC 14 / South Main Street.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 16 miles you will encounter 7 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 (SC 14 / South Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 5.4 miles (I 85): 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 SC 14 / South Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Take the ramp toward I 85 South: Greenville
Navigation decision point
Merge onto I 85
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward US 276 East: Mauldin
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Turn left
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 85 | 7.3 mi | 9m |
| South Highway 14 | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| Laurens Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| North Main Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| South Main Street | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| East Poinsett Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Greer, SC and Mauldin, SC.
Start on SC 101; SC 290
Turn left onto SC 14
Continue on SC 14
Take the ramp
Continue on this road
Merge onto I 85
Take the exit
Turn straight onto US 276
Continue on US 276
Turn right
Turn left
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 16 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8 miles or 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mauldin, SC than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Greer, 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 Greer, SC
This is one driving day of about 16 miles and 26m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8 mi from Greer, SC · 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
8 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 8 miles from Greer, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Mauldin, 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 Mauldin, SC.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$2.56 one way
$5.12 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $2.79 | $5.58 |
| premium | $4.78 | $3.01 | $6.02 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.55 | $7.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.68 | $0.77 |
| Efficient EV | 4 | 0 | $1.40 | $0.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.4 | 0 | $2.24 | $1.02 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Greer on Sunday
Local time
4:18 PM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Sunny
Destination
Afternoon in Mauldin on Sunday
Local time
4:18 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Along the Route
63°F
Greenville, SC
8 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
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore more options from Greer, SC or browse trips ending in Mauldin, SC.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse SC road trips.
Explore maps for Greer, SC or Mauldin, SC on MapSof.net.