Origin
Spartanburg, SC
Afternoon in Spartanburg on Saturday
Local time
2:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
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Trip from Spartanburg, SC to Awendaw, SC
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 23m
Distance
224.2 mi
361 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$35
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 10m
★
6 AM
4h 23m
8 AM
4h 50m
10 AM
4h 32m
12 PM
4h 30m
3 PM
4h 34m
5 PM
4h 48m
8 PM
4h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Spartanburg, SC
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Awendaw, SC
Junior Bastos
Trip Overview
The drive from Spartanburg, SC to Awendaw, SC covers 224.2 miles and takes about 4h 23m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 26, US 17, Mark Clark Expressway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 182.3 miles on I 26. At current regular gas prices, budget about $35.06 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
112.1 miles from Spartanburg, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 8m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 26 | 182.3 mi | 3h 19m |
| US 17 | 18.4 mi | 25m |
| Mark Clark Expressway | 9.2 mi | 11m |
| North Church Street | 6 mi | 10m |
| Long Point Road | 3.1 mi | 6m |
| Highway 221 | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Rivers Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Remount Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 26
— 182.3 mi, about 3h 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Spartanburg, SC and Awendaw, SC.
1
Start on US 221; SC 56
6.0 mi
·
10 min
·
North Church Street
2
Continue on US 221
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Highway 221
3
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
4
Merge onto I 26
79 mi
·
1 hr 26 min
·
I 26
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight right at fork onto I 26
103 mi
·
1 hr 53 min
·
I 26
Toward Charleston
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 211A-B
Toward Aviation Avenue, Remount Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward Remount Road, Hanahan
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 211B
Toward Remount Road, Hanahan
Use the slight right lane.
9
Turn left onto Remount Road
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
Remount Road
10
Turn right onto US 52; US 78
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Rivers Avenue
11
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Use the left lane.
12
Merge onto I 526
9.2 mi
·
11 min
·
Mark Clark Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 28
Toward Long Point Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork
167 ft
·
11 sec
Toward Long Point Road, Pinckney National Historic Site, Palmetto Island County Park
Use the left lane.
15
Turn left onto State Road S-10-97
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Long Point Road
16
Enter roundabout onto State Road S-10-97
80 ft
·
1 sec
·
Long Point Road
17
Continue on State Road S-10-97
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Long Point Road
18
At end of road, turn left onto US 17
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
US 17
19
Continue on US 17
18 mi
·
23 min
·
US 17
Use the left lane.
20
Arrive at destination
US 17
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 112.1 miles from Spartanburg, SC, or about 2h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 182.3 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 49 miles or 59m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 112.1 miles or 2h 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Awendaw, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Spartanburg, 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 Spartanburg, SC
This is one driving day of about 224.2 miles and 4h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 49 miles from Spartanburg, SC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 26 for about 182.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
112 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 49 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 112.1 miles from Spartanburg, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 155 decision points cluster between mile 88 and 202.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
88 mi into trip
|
~1h 41m in
|
I 26
Keep slight right at fork onto I 26 toward Charleston
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Charleston
8
190.9 mi into trip
|
~3h 35m in
Take the exit toward Aviation Avenue, Remount 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 211A-B
Toward Aviation Avenue, Remount Road
9
191.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 36m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Remount Road, Hanahan
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 211B
Toward Remount Road, Hanahan
7
202.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 50m in
Take the exit toward Long Point Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 28
Toward Long Point Road
9
202.6 mi into trip
|
~3h 51m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Long Point Road, Pinckney National Historic Site, Palmetto Island County Park
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward Long Point Road, Pinckney National Histo...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$35.06 one way
$70.12 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
78 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $38.33 | $76.67 |
| premium | $4.70 | $41.49 | $82.99 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $49.50 | $99.00 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 78.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 67.3 | 0 | $23.54 | $10.76 |
| Efficient EV | 56.1 | 0 | $19.62 | $8.97 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 89.7 | 1 | $31.39 | $14.35 |
Gas CO2
78 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Awendaw, SC
Afternoon in Awendaw on Saturday
Local time
2:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°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
31 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 23m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Two forts stand at the entrance of Charleston Harbor. Patriots inside a palmetto log fort, later named Fort Moultrie, defeated the Royal Navy in 1776. As Charleston blazed a path towards secession to...
7 mi from route
~17 min detour
$10
near mile 201
View on nps.gov
Congaree National Park
National Park
Astonishing biodiversity exists in Congaree National Park, the largest intact expanse of old growth bottomland hardwood forest remaining in the southeastern United States. Waters from the Congaree and...
12 mi from route
~29 min detour
Free
near mile 115.9
View on nps.gov
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...
14 mi from route
~36 min detour
Free
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This is a 4h 23m highway drive covering 224.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 26 and US 17. The longest continuous stretch is about 182.3 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 20 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 182.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 26 and US 17. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 88 miles in near I 26.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 224.2 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 88 miles (I 26): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 190.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 191.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Spartanburg, SC and Awendaw, SC, road signs point toward Charleston, Hanahan, Pinckney National Historic Site and Palmetto Island County Park.
Charleston
88 mi in
|
~1h 41m
|
via I 26
Hanahan
191.1 mi in
|
~3h 35m
Pinckney National Historic Site
202.6 mi in
|
~3h 51m
Palmetto Island County Park
202.6 mi in
|
~3h 51m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 23m. Total distance: 224.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Spartanburg, SC to Awendaw, SC covers 224.2 miles and takes about 4h 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 26, US 17, Mark Clark Expressway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 112.1 miles from Spartanburg, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $35.06 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 224.2 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 88 miles (I 26): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 190.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 191.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Spartanburg, SC and Awendaw, SC, road signs point toward Charleston, Hanahan, Pinckney National Historic Site and Palmetto Island County Park.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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