Origin
Saint Andrews, SC
Evening in Saint Andrews on Sunday
Local time
5:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Saint Andrews, SC to Spartanburg, SC
Drive Time
1h 42m
Distance
87.5 mi
141 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 34m
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6 AM
1h 42m
8 AM
1h 57m
10 AM
1h 47m
12 PM
1h 46m
3 PM
1h 48m
5 PM
1h 57m
8 PM
1h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
The drive from Saint Andrews, SC to Spartanburg, SC covers 87.5 miles and takes about 1h 42m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 26, South Church Street, Highway 221 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 77.9 miles on I 26. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.00 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
43.8 miles from Saint Andrews, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 1h 42m highway drive covering 87.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 26 and South Church Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 77.9 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 10 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 77.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 26 and South Church Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 176 / Broad River Road.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 42m drive. You will face about 6 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 (US 176 / Broad River Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Saint Andrews Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.1 miles (I 26; US 76): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 176 / Broad River Road
Turn right onto US 176 / Broad River Road
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Saint Andrews Road
Turn left onto Saint Andrews Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
1.1 mi into trip
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~2m in
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I 26; US 76
Merge onto I 26; US 76
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
55.5 mi into trip
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~1h 1m in
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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 / none lanes.
Toward Spartanburg
8
79 mi into trip
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~1h 26m in
Take the exit toward US 221: Spartanburg-South, Moore
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 28
Toward US 221: Spartanburg-South, Moore
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Saint Andrews, SC to Spartanburg, SC, road signs begin pointing toward Moore along the way.
Moore
79 mi in
|
~1h 26m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 26 | 77.9 mi | 1h 24m |
| South Church Street | 6 mi | 10m |
| Highway 221 | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Saint Andrews Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Broad River Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Whiteford Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Church Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
I 26
— 77.9 mi, about 1h 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Andrews, SC and Spartanburg, SC.
1
Start on Whiteford Road
276 ft
·
14 sec
·
Whiteford Road
2
Turn right onto US 176
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Broad River Road
3
Turn left onto Saint Andrews Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Saint Andrews Road
Use the none lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 26 West: Spartanburg
5
Merge onto I 26; US 76
54 mi
·
59 min
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I 26; US 76
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 26
24 mi
·
25 min
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I 26
Toward Spartanburg
Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 28
Toward US 221: Spartanburg-South, Moore
Use the slight right lane.
8
Turn straight onto US 221
2.3 mi
·
3 min
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Highway 221
9
Continue on US 221
6.0 mi
·
10 min
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South Church Street
Use the none lane.
10
Arrive at destination
US 221; SC 56
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 43.8 miles from Saint Andrews, SC, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 77.9 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 80 miles or 1h 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 43.8 miles or 49m 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 22m
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 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 87.5 miles and 1h 42m.
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.
The longest stretch is on I 26 for about 77.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 43.8 mi from Saint Andrews, SC · 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
44 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 43.8 miles from Saint Andrews, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 26 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 77.9 miles.
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
$14.00 one way
$28.01 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $15.26 | $30.51 |
| premium | $4.78 | $16.46 | $32.92 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $19.44 | $38.88 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.3 | 0 | $9.19 | $4.20 |
| Efficient EV | 21.9 | 0 | $7.66 | $3.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35 | 0 | $12.25 | $5.60 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 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
Spartanburg, SC
Evening in Spartanburg on Sunday
Local time
5:26 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 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 42m 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 Spartanburg, SC covers 87.5 miles and takes about 1h 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 26, South Church Street, Highway 221. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 43.8 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 $14.00 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 42m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 176 / Broad River Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Saint Andrews Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.1 miles (I 26; US 76): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Saint Andrews, SC to Spartanburg, SC, road signs begin pointing toward Moore along the way.
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