Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
40m
Distance
29.9 mi
48 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hillside, SC
Huy Phan
Batesburg-Leesville, SC
Mark Stebnicki
The drive from Hillside, SC to Batesburg-Leesville, SC covers 29.9 miles and takes about 40m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 20, Fairview Road, South Pine Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 18.3 miles on I 20. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.68 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
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
14.9 miles from Hillside, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 19m into the drive .
This is a 40m highway drive covering 29.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 20 and Fairview Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 18.3 miles on I 20.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 20 and Fairview Road. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Laurel Road.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 29.9 miles you will encounter 9 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 (Laurel Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (Laurel Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.2 miles (US 1 / Augusta Road): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto Laurel Road
Navigation decision point
Enter roundabout onto Laurel Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
At end of road, turn left onto US 1 / Augusta Road
Navigation decision point
Take the exit toward US 178: Batesburg-Leesville, Wagener
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Hillside, SC to Batesburg-Leesville, SC, road signs begin pointing toward Wagener along the way.
Wagener
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 20 | 18.3 mi | 20m |
| Fairview Road | 6.8 mi | 9m |
| South Pine Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Laurel Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Augusta Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| West Columbia Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North Carolina Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Backman Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Hillside, SC and Batesburg-Leesville, SC.
Start on Backman Road
Turn left onto Laurel Road
Enter roundabout onto Laurel Road
Continue on Laurel Road
At end of road, turn left onto US 1
Turn left
Merge onto I 20
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn slight right onto US 178
Continue on US 178
Turn right onto US 1
Turn left onto North Carolina Avenue
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 29.9 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 14.9 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 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Batesburg-Leesville, SC than in the middle of the route.
Have your navigation ready before leaving Hillside, SC.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Hillside, SC
This is one driving day of about 29.9 miles and 40m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 14.9 mi from Hillside, SC · 19m into the drive
A short stop after about 29.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 14.9 miles from Hillside, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Batesburg-Leesville, SC if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$4.68 one way
$9.35 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $5.11 | $10.22 |
| premium | $4.70 | $5.53 | $11.07 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.60 | $13.20 |
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: 10.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9 | 0 | $3.14 | $1.44 |
| Efficient EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.62 | $1.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12 | 0 | $4.19 | $1.91 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Hillside on Wednesday
Local time
7:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Clear
Destination
Evening in Batesburg-Leesville on Wednesday
Local time
7:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
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.
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