Origin
North Myrtle Beach, SC
Afternoon in North Myrtle Beach on Sunday
Local time
4:16 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Myrtle Beach, SC to Spartanburg, SC
Drive Time
4h 5m
Distance
254.5 mi
410 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$41
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 52m
★
6 AM
4h 6m
8 AM
4h 32m
10 AM
4h 15m
12 PM
4h 12m
3 PM
4h 16m
5 PM
4h 30m
8 PM
3h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Myrtle Beach, SC
Dominik Gryzbon
Spartanburg, SC
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Trip Overview
Traveling from North Myrtle Beach to Spartanburg covers approximately 254.5 miles and typically takes about 4 hours and 5 minutes. You will primarily navigate via Highway 17 South, Robert Edge Parkway, and US 501. Because this transit is manageable in a single day, you can easily complete the journey without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend around $40 on fuel for the trip, making it an affordable option for a direct cross-state transit. Since both locations are within South Carolina, you will remain in the Southeast region throughout the drive. This route is best suited for those who prefer a steady, turn-heavy local drive over the monotony of high-speed interstates.
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
127.2 miles from North Myrtle Beach, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 2m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a very different experience than a standard interstate cruise, as this route consists of a turn-heavy local drive with zero percent highway share. You will not find any long, uninterrupted stretches of road, as the longest segment remains 0 miles on Highway 17 South. This means you will be navigating constant shifts and local road configurations rather than settling into a cruise-control rhythm. The profile is intentionally tactical, requiring your full attention as you move through various local road systems to reach Spartanburg. It is a hands-on driving experience that demands engagement from the driver at every intersection.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Highway 17 South is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 5m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from North Myrtle Beach, SC to Spartanburg, SC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Highway 17 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Robert Edge Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 501 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Carolina Bays Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| SC 22 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| SC 22 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Veterans Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 501 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Highway 17 South
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Myrtle Beach, SC and Spartanburg, SC.
1
Start on 6th Avenue South
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
6th Avenue South
2
Turn right onto US Highway 17 South
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
US Highway 17 South
3
Turn left onto Robert Edge Parkway
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Robert Edge Parkway
4
Turn left onto SC 31 South: US 501, Myrtle Beach
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
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SC 31 South: US 501, Myrtle Beach
5
Merge slight left onto Carolina Bays Parkway
4.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Carolina Bays Parkway
6
Take the exit slight right toward SC 22: Myrtle Beach, Conway
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
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SC 22: Myrtle Beach, Conway
7
Keep slight right to continue on SC 22 West: Conway
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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SC 22 West: Conway
8
Merge slight left onto Veterans Highway
26 mi
·
30 min
·
Veterans Highway
9
Keep slight right to continue on US 501 North: Aynor, Marion
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
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US 501 North: Aynor, Marion
10
Merge slight left
21 mi
·
24 min
11
Turn straight
3.2 mi
·
3 min
12
Continue straight
6.7 mi
·
7 min
13
Continue straight
12 mi
·
16 min
14
Turn slight right onto East Cheves Street
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
East Cheves Street
15
Turn right onto Warley Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Warley Street
16
Turn left onto West Evans Street
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
West Evans Street
17
Turn right onto West David H McLeod Boulevard
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
West David H McLeod Boulevard
18
Continue on J Strom Thurmond Freeway
76 mi
·
1 hr 25 min
·
J Strom Thurmond Freeway
19
Take the exit slight right toward I 26 West
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
I 26 West
20
Merge slight left
55 mi
·
1 hr
21
Keep slight right to continue on Spartanburg
24 mi
·
25 min
·
Spartanburg
22
Take the exit slight right toward US 221: Spartanburg-South, Moore
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
US 221: Spartanburg-South, Moore
23
Turn straight onto Highway 221
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Highway 221
24
Continue on South Church Street
6.0 mi
·
10 min
·
South Church Street
25
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a 4-hour and 5-minute trek, aim to depart early in the day to avoid peak traffic congestion on local roads. Planning for at least one stop is essential to break up the technical nature of the drive and keep your focus sharp. Given the $40 fuel estimate, ensure your tank is topped off before leaving the coast, as local roads may offer fewer convenient fueling options than major interstates. Flexibility is your greatest asset here; since the total duration is relatively short, you can easily adjust your pace to accommodate rest breaks whenever you feel fatigued. Keep a close eye on your navigation, as the reliance on local roads rather than highways means you will encounter frequent turns throughout the 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 127.2 miles from North Myrtle Beach, SC, or about 2h 2m into the drive.
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 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 127.2 miles or 2h 2m 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 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Spartanburg, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving North Myrtle Beach, 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 North Myrtle Beach, SC
This is one driving day of about 254.5 miles and 4h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from North Myrtle Beach, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 127.2 mi from North Myrtle Beach, SC · 2h 2m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
127 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 127.2 miles from North Myrtle Beach, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Spartanburg, SC
The final approach into Spartanburg, 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 Spartanburg, 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
$40.73 one way
$81.46 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
89 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $44.38 | $88.75 |
| premium | $4.78 | $47.87 | $95.75 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $56.54 | $113.08 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$41
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$66–$91
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 89 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 76.4 | 0 | $26.72 | $12.22 |
| Efficient EV | 63.6 | 0 | $22.27 | $10.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 101.8 | 1 | $35.63 | $16.29 |
Gas CO2
89 kg
EV CO2
30 kg (66% 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Spartanburg, SC
Afternoon in Spartanburg on Sunday
Local time
4:16 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°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
4h 5m on the road
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from North Myrtle Beach, SC to Spartanburg, SC covers 254.5 miles and takes about 4h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Highway 17 South, Robert Edge Parkway, US 501. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 127.2 miles from North Myrtle Beach, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $40.73 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h 5m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from North Myrtle Beach, SC to Spartanburg, SC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from North Myrtle Beach, SC to Spartanburg, SC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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