Newberry, SC to Conway, SC is 171.3 miles and takes about 3h 28m via I 20, I 26, and US 501 Business, with a fuel budget near $27 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that stays within South Carolina, connecting two points in the Southeast region. You'll spend most of your time on major interstates, making this a practical option if you need to get from point A to point B efficiently. Given the relatively short duration, it's an ideal one-day trip with plenty of flexibility for departure time.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
85.6 miles from Newberry, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 39m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 20
79.4 mi
1h 29m
I 26
30.9 mi
34m
US 501 Business
28.9 mi
35m
West Palmetto Street
22.6 mi
32m
SC 576
3.1 mi
3m
Main Street
2.8 mi
5m
State Highway 219
1.7 mi
2m
Pine Street
0.5 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 20
— 79.4 mi, about 1h 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newberry, SC and Conway, SC.
1
Start on College Street
63 ft·4 sec·College Street
2
Turn right onto SC 34 Business
2.8 mi·5 min·Main Street
3
Continue on SC 219
1.7 mi·2 min·State Highway 219
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·32 sec
5
Merge onto I 26
31 mi·34 min·I 26
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi·41 sec
Exit 107BToward I 20 East: FlorenceUse the right lane.
7
Merge onto I 20
79 mi·1 hr 29 min·I 20
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn left onto US 76
23 mi·32 min·West Palmetto Street
9
Continue on SC 576
3.1 mi·3 min·SC 576
10
Continue on US 501 Business; SC 41 Alternate
29 mi·35 min·US 501 Business; SC 41 Alternate
Use the left lane.
11
Continue on US 501; US 701
356 ft·19 sec·Church Street
12
Turn sharp right onto Pine Street
0.5 mi·1 min·Pine Street
13
At end of road, turn left onto S-26-29
314 ft·13 sec·9th Avenue
14
Turn right onto Elm Street
0.5 mi·1 min·Elm Street
15
Turn left onto SC 905
461 ft·15 sec·4th Avenue
16
Arrive at destination
SC 905
Trip Plan
Since this drive is only about 3.5 hours, you have a lot of flexibility with when you start. Leaving in the morning means you'll arrive with plenty of daylight, and even an afternoon departure will get you there before dark. You'll only have one recommended stop, so plan it strategically for fuel or a quick break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach Conway, as US 501 Business can have varying services available. Given the short duration, you don't need to worry about splitting this drive, allowing for a simple, direct journey.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 85.6 miles from Newberry, SC, or about 1h 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 79.4 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 38 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 85.6 miles or 1h 39m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 49m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Conway, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Newberry, 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 Newberry, SC
This is one driving day of about 171.3 miles and 3h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 miles from Newberry, SC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 20 for about 79.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 170.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|SC 34 Business / Main Street
Turn right onto SC 34 Business / Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
4.7 mi into trip|~8m in|I 26
Merge onto I 26
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
35.7 mi into trip|~43m in
Take the exit toward I 20 East: Florence
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 107B
Toward I 20 East: Florence
5
36 mi into trip|~43m in|I 20
Merge onto I 20
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
170.1 mi into trip|~3h 25m in|Pine Street
Turn sharp right onto Pine Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$26.79 one way
$53.58 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg60 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$29.29
$58.58
premium
$4.70
$31.70
$63.41
diesel
$5.61
$37.82
$75.64
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 59.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
2 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: fair
Circle K Charging Station
Conway, South Carolina
Other
1 DCFC
Tesla Supercharger
Conway, South Carolina
Tesla
1 DCFC
Other: 1
Tesla: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
51.4
0
$17.99
$8.22
Efficient EV
42.8
0
$14.99
$6.85
EV Truck/SUV
68.5
0
$23.98
$10.96
Gas CO2
60 kg
EV CO2
20 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 as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Newberry, SC
Afternoon
in Newberry on Saturday
Local time
1:39 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Conway, SC
Afternoon
in Conway on Saturday
Local time
1:39 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 28m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Congaree National Park
National Park
Astonishing biodiversity exists in Congaree National Park, the largest intact expanse of old growth bottomland hardwood forest remaining in the southeastern United States. Waters from the Congaree and...
22 mi from route
~54 min detour
Free
near mile 47.3
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience for this trip, with 84% of your drive on major roads. The bulk of your journey will be on I 20 and I 26, offering a consistent, high-speed environment. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 79.4 miles on I 20, so be prepared for extended periods on the interstate. As you transition to US 501 Business closer to your destination, the character might shift slightly, but the overall feel remains predominantly highway travel.
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.
I 20 is the longest continuous segment at about 79.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 20 and I 26. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SC 34 Business / Main Street.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 28m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SC 34 Business / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.7 miles (I 26): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 35.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 28m. Total distance: 171.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
The drive from Newberry, SC to Conway, SC covers 171.3 miles and takes about 3h 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 20, I 26, US 501 Business. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 85.6 miles from Newberry, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.79 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h 28m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SC 34 Business / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.7 miles (I 26): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 35.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Newberry, SC to Conway, SC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
