Origin
Rock Hill, SC
Evening in Rock Hill on Sunday
Local time
6:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rock Hill, SC to Simpsonville, SC
Drive Time
1h 30m
Distance
74.3 mi
120 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good 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 24m
★
6 AM
1h 31m
8 AM
1h 45m
10 AM
1h 36m
12 PM
1h 34m
3 PM
1h 36m
5 PM
1h 44m
8 PM
1h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rock Hill, SC
Trajita Daimari
Simpsonville, SC
Connor Scott McManus
Trip Overview
The drive from Rock Hill, SC to Simpsonville, SC covers 74.3 miles and takes about 1h 30m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 26, I 385, Parr Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 33.1 miles on I 26. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.89 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
37.2 miles from Rock Hill, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 1h 30m highway drive covering 74.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 26 and I 385. The longest continuous stretch is about 33.1 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 17 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 33.1 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
875 ft
327 ft
Total Climb
808 ft
Total Descent
378 ft
Highest Point
875 ft
~68.7 mi in
Elevation Range
547 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 26 and I 385. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 12.6 miles in near I 26.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 74.3 miles you will encounter 12 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 12.6 miles (I 26): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 45.7 miles (I 385): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 72.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
12.6 mi into trip
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~21m in
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I 26
Merge onto I 26
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
9
45.7 mi into trip
|
~57m in
|
I 385
Keep slight left at fork onto I 385 toward I 385 North: Laurens, Greenville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 51
Toward I 385 North: Laurens, Greenville
8
72.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 26m in
Take the exit toward Simpsonville, Fairview Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 27
Toward Simpsonville, Fairview Road
6
73.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 27m in
|
SC 14 / Southeast Main Street
Turn left onto SC 14 / Southeast Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
74.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 30m in
|
Hedge Street
Turn right onto Hedge Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Rock Hill, SC to Simpsonville, SC, road signs begin pointing toward Greenville along the way.
Greenville
45.7 mi in
|
~57m
|
via I 385
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 26 | 33.1 mi | 35m |
| I 385 | 26.8 mi | 29m |
| 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 |
| Southeast Main Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Jenkinsville Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 26
— 33.1 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rock Hill, SC and Simpsonville, 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 none lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 385
27 mi
·
29 min
·
I 385
Exit 51
Toward I 385 North: Laurens, Greenville
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
Exit 27
Toward Simpsonville, Fairview Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn right onto Fairview Road
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Fairview Road
12
Turn left onto SC 14
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeast Main Street
Use the left lane.
13
Turn right onto SC 417
374 ft
·
10 sec
·
East Curtis Street
14
Turn right onto Hedge Street
146 ft
·
6 sec
·
Hedge Street
15
Turn right
175 ft
·
18 sec
16
Turn left
107 ft
·
7 sec
17
Arrive at destination
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 37.2 miles from Rock Hill, SC, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 33.1 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 74.3 miles or 1h 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.2 miles or 48m 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 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Simpsonville, 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 74.3 miles and 1h 30m.
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 33.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 37.2 mi from Rock Hill, SC · 48m 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 74.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 37.2 miles from Rock Hill, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Simpsonville, SC
The final approach into Simpsonville, 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 Simpsonville, 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
$11.89 one way
$23.78 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $12.96 | $25.91 |
| premium | $4.78 | $13.98 | $27.95 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $16.51 | $33.01 |
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 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.3 | 0 | $7.80 | $3.57 |
| Efficient EV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.50 | $2.97 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.7 | 0 | $10.40 | $4.76 |
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
Simpsonville, SC
Evening in Simpsonville on Sunday
Local time
6:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
89°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
26 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 30m 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 Simpsonville, SC covers 74.3 miles and takes about 1h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 26, I 385, Parr 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 37.2 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 $11.89 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 74.3 miles you will encounter 12 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 12.6 miles (I 26): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 45.7 miles (I 385): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 72.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Rock Hill, SC to Simpsonville, SC, road signs begin pointing toward Greenville along the way.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 327 ft to 875 ft elevation with about 808 ft of total climbing.
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