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Trip from Rock Hill, SC to Fairforest, SC

Data updated 2 hours ago

Drive Time

1h 35m

Distance

78.9 mi

127 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$12

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

7 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 21 min
4 AM
1h 29m ★
6 AM
1h 36m
8 AM
1h 50m
10 AM
1h 41m
12 PM
1h 39m
3 PM
1h 42m
5 PM
1h 50m
8 PM
1h 31m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Rock Hill, SC

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Downtown Fairforest, SC, SC

Fairforest, SC

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Trip Overview

The drive from Rock Hill, SC to Fairforest, SC covers 78.9 miles and takes about 1h 35m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 26, Parr Road, State Highway 202 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 64 miles on I 26. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.34 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

39.4 miles from Rock Hill, SC

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .

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Drive Character

This is a 1h 35m highway drive covering 78.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 26 and Parr Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 64 miles on I 26.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 26 is the longest continuous segment at about 64 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 26 and Parr Road. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 7.5 miles in near US 176.

Route Complexity 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 78.9 miles you will encounter 8 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 7.5 miles (US 176): Navigation decision point; at 12.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 12.6 miles (I 26): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 8 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

3
7.5 mi into trip | ~13m in | US 176

Turn right onto US 176

Navigation decision point

4
12.3 mi into trip | ~21m in

Take the ramp

Navigation decision point

5
12.6 mi into trip | ~21m in | I 26

Merge onto I 26

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
45.7 mi into trip | ~57m in | I 26

Keep slight right at fork onto I 26 toward Spartanburg

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight left lanes. Toward Spartanburg
7
76.6 mi into trip | ~1h 30m in

Take the exit toward US 29 South: Greer

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Exit 21A Toward US 29 South: Greer

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 Rock Hill, SC to Fairforest, SC, road signs begin pointing toward Spartanburg along the way.

Spartanburg

45.7 mi in | ~57m | via I 26

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 26 64 mi 1h 8m
Parr Road 4.3 mi 7m
State Highway 202 2.6 mi 4m
US 176 2.3 mi 3m
State Highway 215S 2.1 mi 3m
North Blackstock Road 1.5 mi 3m
Jenkinsville Road 0.9 mi 1m
Warren H Abernathy Highway 0.4 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 26 — 64 mi, about 1h 8m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Rock Hill, SC and Fairforest, SC.

1

Start on SC 215

2.1 mi · 3 min · State Highway 215S
2

Turn straight onto Fire Tower Road

0.1 mi · 31 sec · Fire Tower Road
3

Continue on Jenkinsville Road

0.9 mi · 1 min · Jenkinsville Road
4

Turn left onto SC 213

4.3 mi · 7 min · Parr Road
5

Turn right onto US 176

2.3 mi · 3 min · US 176
6

Turn left onto SC 202

2.6 mi · 4 min · State Highway 202
7

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 38 sec
8

Merge onto I 26

33 mi · 35 min · I 26
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Keep slight right at fork onto I 26

31 mi · 33 min · I 26
Toward Spartanburg Use the straight / slight left lanes.
10

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 36 sec
Exit 21A Toward US 29 South: Greer Use the right lane.
11

Continue on US 29

0.4 mi · 43 sec · Warren H Abernathy Highway
12

Turn right onto North Blackstock Road

1.5 mi · 3 min · North Blackstock Road
13

Turn left onto Fairforest Clevedale Road

70 ft · 1 sec · Fairforest Clevedale Road
14

Arrive at destination

Fairforest Clevedale Road

Trip Plan

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 39.4 miles from Rock Hill, SC, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 64 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 78.9 miles or 1h 35m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 39.4 miles or 50m 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 20m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fairforest, SC than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Rock Hill, 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 Rock Hill, SC

This is one driving day of about 78.9 miles and 1h 35m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Rock Hill, 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 I 26 for about 64 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 39.4 mi from Rock Hill, SC · 50m into the drive

Downtown Mauldin, SC, SC

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Mauldin, SC

39 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

Inman Mills, SC

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 78.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Mauldin, SC

Meal break

The midpoint is around 39.4 miles from Rock Hill, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 26 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 64 miles.

Arriving in Fairforest, SC

The final approach into Fairforest, 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 Fairforest, SC.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Cowpens National Battlefield

Cowpens National Battlefield

National Battlefield

A pasturing area at the time of the battle, this Revolutionary War site commemorates the place where Daniel Morgan and his army turned the flanks of Banastre Tarleton's British army. This classic mili...

17 mi from route ~41 min detour Free near mile 78.9
Caution: Hazardous Conditions on Trails
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$12.34 one way

$24.68 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 28 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $13.49 $26.98
premium $4.70 $14.60 $29.21
diesel $5.61 $17.42 $34.84

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: 27.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

7 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Burger King - Tesla Supercharger

Spartanburg, SC

Tesla

8 DCFC

Pilot Travel Center 4580

Prosperity, SC

eVgo Network

4 DCFC

CircleK - Spartanburg

Spartanburg, SC

CIRCLE_K

4 DCFC

Wofford College

Spartanburg, SC

EV Connect

2 DCFC

SPINX - Store #175

Boiling Springs, SC

eVgo Network

1 DCFC

SBG HON 1L3

Boiling Springs, SC

ChargePoint Network

1 DCFC

SBG HON 2L3

Boiling Springs, SC

ChargePoint Network

1 DCFC

eVgo Network: 2 ChargePoint Network: 2 EV Connect: 1 Tesla: 1 CIRCLE_K: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 23.7 0 $8.28 $3.79
Efficient EV 19.7 0 $6.90 $3.16
EV Truck/SUV 31.6 0 $11.05 $5.05

Gas CO2

28 kg

EV CO2

9 kg (68% 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 data refreshed 5 days ago

Origin

Rock Hill, SC

Night in Rock Hill on Tuesday

Local time

9:25 PM

EDT

Current temp

63°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Fairforest, SC

Night in Fairforest on Tuesday

Local time

9:25 PM

EDT

Current temp

85°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

22 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 35m 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 Rock Hill, SC to Fairforest, SC covers 78.9 miles and takes about 1h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 26, Parr Road, State Highway 202. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 39.4 miles from Rock Hill, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.34 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 78.9 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 7.5 miles (US 176): Navigation decision point; at 12.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 12.6 miles (I 26): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Rock Hill, SC to Fairforest, SC, road signs begin pointing toward Spartanburg along the way.

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