Origin
Pacolet, SC
Night in Pacolet on Tuesday
Local time
11:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Pacolet, SC to Anderson County Airport, SC
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 43m
Distance
74.9 mi
121 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 36m
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6 AM
1h 43m
8 AM
1h 59m
10 AM
1h 49m
12 PM
1h 47m
3 PM
1h 50m
5 PM
1h 58m
8 PM
1h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pacolet, SC
Daniel Sell
Anderson County Airport, SC
Jimmy Liao
Trip Overview
This 74.9-mile drive from Pacolet, SC, to Anderson County Airport, SC, is a straightforward 1 hour and 43 minutes, making it an ideal day trip. You'll primarily be on Veterans Parkway and South Pine Street, with a brief section on Pearman Dairy Road. With a highway share of 71%, this route is focused on efficient travel through the Southeast region. The estimated fuel cost is around $12, and given its manageable length, no overnight stay is necessary. This trip is designed for getting you to your destination with minimal fuss.
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
37.5 miles from Pacolet, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this 74.9-mile journey, with 71% of the route utilizing faster roads. You'll experience a significant uninterrupted stretch of 52.7 miles on Veterans Parkway, offering a consistent pace. The drive transitions between Veterans Parkway, South Pine Street, and Pearman Dairy Road, providing a mix of highway efficiency and potentially some more local road characteristics as you approach your destination. This route prioritizes forward momentum over winding scenic byways.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Veterans Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 52.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Veterans Parkway and South Pine Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Church Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 43m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Church Street): Navigation decision point; at 14 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.2 miles (I 85 Bus / Veterans Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Church Street
Turn left onto Church Street
Navigation decision point
6
14 mi into trip
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~24m in
Take the exit toward I 85 Business South: Greenville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 85 Business South: Greenville
5
14.2 mi into trip
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~24m in
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I 85 Bus / Veterans Parkway
Merge onto I 85 Bus / Veterans Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
66.9 mi into trip
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~1h 30m in
Take the exit toward US 178: Liberty, Anderson
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 21
Toward US 178: Liberty, Anderson
5
74.9 mi into trip
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~1h 42m in
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Airport Road
Turn sharp left onto Airport Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Pacolet, SC to Anderson County Airport, SC, road signs begin pointing toward Anderson along the way.
Anderson
66.9 mi in
|
~1h 30m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Parkway | 52.7 mi | 1h 5m |
| South Pine Street | 13.8 mi | 23m |
| Pearman Dairy Road | 3.8 mi | 4m |
| Liberty Highway | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Michelin Boulevard | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Highway 24 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Airport Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| South Warner Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Veterans Parkway
— 52.7 mi, about 1h 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pacolet, SC and Anderson County Airport, SC.
1
Start on Crescent Street
0.1 mi
·
40 sec
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Crescent Street
2
Turn left onto Church Street
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
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Church Street
3
Turn right onto SC 9
1.6 mi
·
3 min
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South Pine Street
4
Continue on US 176; SC 9
12 mi
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20 min
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South Pine Street
Use the right lane.
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward I 85 Business South: Greenville
Use the right lane.
6
Merge onto I 85 Bus
53 mi
·
1 hr 5 min
·
Veterans Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 21
Toward US 178: Liberty, Anderson
Use the right lane.
8
Turn right onto US 178
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Liberty Highway
9
Turn right onto Highway 28 Bypass
173 ft
·
2 sec
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Highway 28 Bypass
10
Continue on 28 BYP
3.8 mi
·
4 min
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Pearman Dairy Road
11
Turn right onto Standridge Road
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Standridge Road
12
Turn left onto 383
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Michelin Boulevard
13
Turn right onto SC 24
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
West Whitner Street
14
Continue on SC 24
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Highway 24
15
Turn left onto Airport Road
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
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Airport Road
16
Continue on South Warner Road
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
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South Warner Road
17
Turn sharp left onto Airport Road
55 ft
·
7 sec
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Airport Road
18
Turn right
293 ft
·
21 sec
19
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
With a duration of just 1 hour and 43 minutes, this drive offers plenty of flexibility. You can depart at your leisure, though an early start can help you avoid any potential local traffic. The estimated fuel cost is $12, so ensure your tank is adequately filled before setting off, as there are no specified stops on this route. The longest stretch without a break is 52.7 miles on Veterans Parkway, so be prepared for that duration of continuous driving. Given the low fuel cost and short duration, you have the freedom to take your time and arrive at Anderson County Airport feeling relaxed.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 37.5 miles from Pacolet, SC, or about 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 52.7 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 74.9 miles or 1h 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.5 miles or 53m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Anderson County Airport, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Pacolet, 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 Pacolet, SC
This is one driving day of about 74.9 miles and 1h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Pacolet, SC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Veterans Parkway for about 52.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 37.5 mi from Pacolet, SC · 53m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 74.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 37.5 miles from Pacolet, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Anderson County Airport, SC
The final approach into Anderson County Airport, 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 Anderson County Airport, 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
$11.71 one way
$23.43 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $12.81 | $25.61 |
| premium | $4.70 | $13.86 | $27.72 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.54 | $33.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.5 | 0 | $7.86 | $3.60 |
| Efficient EV | 18.7 | 0 | $6.55 | $3.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30 | 0 | $10.49 | $4.79 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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.
Destination
Anderson County Airport, SC
Night in Anderson County Airport on Tuesday
Local time
11:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
86°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
24 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 43m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Pacolet, SC to Anderson County Airport, SC covers 74.9 miles and takes about 1h 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Veterans Parkway, South Pine Street, Pearman Dairy Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 37.5 miles from Pacolet, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.71 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 1h 43m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Church Street): Navigation decision point; at 14 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.2 miles (I 85 Bus / Veterans Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Pacolet, SC to Anderson County Airport, SC, road signs begin pointing toward Anderson along the way.
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