Origin
Saint Andrews, SC
Evening in Saint Andrews on Sunday
Local time
5:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Saint Andrews, SC to Greenville, SC
Drive Time
1h 27m
Distance
98 mi
158 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 21m
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6 AM
1h 27m
8 AM
1h 41m
10 AM
1h 32m
12 PM
1h 31m
3 PM
1h 33m
5 PM
1h 40m
8 PM
1h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Saint Andrews, SC
Emre Acar
Trip Overview
If you are planning to head from Saint Andrews to Greenville, you can expect a straightforward trip covering 98 miles. This journey typically takes about 1 hour and 27 minutes, making it an effortless day trip that does not require an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via Broad River Road, Saint Andrews Road, and I-26 West as you transition through the Southeast region. With a fuel budget of approximately $15, this is a highly economical route for a quick getaway. Because the drive is relatively short, you have plenty of flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule best. It is a practical connection that gets you from the Saint Andrews area to Greenville efficiently.
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
49 miles from Saint Andrews, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 43m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate grind, as the route is categorized by its technical nature rather than long highway stretches. You will not find any significant highway-only sections on this trip, as the route relies on local roads like Broad River Road. In fact, there are no long uninterrupted stretches, meaning you should stay alert for frequent turns throughout the 98-mile journey. Navigating these local roads requires more focus than a typical high-speed interstate haul. By the time you reach Greenville, you will have experienced a driving profile that favors local maneuvering over long-distance cruising.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Broad River Road 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. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Saint Andrews, SC to Greenville, SC is easy. At 1h 27m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Saint Andrews, SC to Greenville, SC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Broad River Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Saint Andrews Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 26 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 385 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Golden Strip Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East North Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Beattie Place | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Church Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Broad River Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Andrews, SC and Greenville, SC.
1
Start on Whiteford Road
276 ft
·
14 sec
·
Whiteford Road
2
Turn right onto Broad River Road
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Broad River Road
3
Turn left onto Saint Andrews Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Saint Andrews Road
4
Take the ramp slight right toward I 26 West: Spartanburg
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
I 26 West: Spartanburg
5
Merge slight left
54 mi
·
59 min
6
Keep slight left to continue on I 385 North: Laurens, Greenville
30 mi
·
32 min
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I 385 North: Laurens, Greenville
7
Keep slight left to continue on Golden Strip Freeway
12 mi
·
14 min
·
Golden Strip Freeway
8
Continue on East North Street
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
East North Street
9
Continue on Beattie Place
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
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Beattie Place
10
Turn right onto North Church Street
59 ft
·
2 sec
·
North Church Street
11
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 1-hour and 27-minute trip, there is no need to plan for formal rest stops or meal breaks along the way. Your best bet is to check local traffic on Broad River Road and Saint Andrews Road before heading out to ensure a smooth departure. Keep in mind that the $15 fuel estimate is quite modest, so filling up before you leave will cover your needs for the entire 98-mile distance. Because this route is entirely local road-based, prioritize steady driving and watch for changing speed limits as you transition between Saint Andrews Road and your eventual connection to I-26 West. Flexibility is your biggest advantage here, so feel free to time your departure to avoid the busiest local commute hours.
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 49 miles from Saint Andrews, SC, or about 43m 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 11m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49 miles or 43m 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 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Greenville, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Saint Andrews, 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 Saint Andrews, SC
This is one driving day of about 98 miles and 1h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Saint Andrews, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 49 mi from Saint Andrews, SC · 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
49 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 49 miles from Saint Andrews, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Greenville, SC
The final approach into Greenville, 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 Greenville, 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
$15.68 one way
$31.37 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
34 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $17.09 | $34.18 |
| premium | $4.78 | $18.43 | $36.87 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $21.77 | $43.54 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.4 | 0 | $10.29 | $4.70 |
| Efficient EV | 24.5 | 0 | $8.58 | $3.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.2 | 0 | $13.72 | $6.27 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Destination
Greenville, SC
Evening in Greenville on Sunday
Local time
5:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 27m 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 Saint Andrews, SC to Greenville, SC covers 98 miles and takes about 1h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Broad River Road, Saint Andrews Road, I 26 West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 49 miles from Saint Andrews, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.68 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.
The drive from Saint Andrews, SC to Greenville, SC is easy. At 1h 27m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Saint Andrews, SC to Greenville, SC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Saint Andrews, SC to Greenville, SC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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