Origin
Woodruff, SC
Evening in Woodruff on Sunday
Local time
5:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Woodruff, SC to Spartanburg, SC
Drive Time
28m
Distance
17.1 mi
28 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 26m
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6 AM
0h 29m
8 AM
0h 34m
10 AM
0h 31m
12 PM
0h 30m
3 PM
0h 31m
5 PM
0h 34m
8 PM
0h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Woodruff, SC
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Spartanburg, SC
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick transition between Woodruff and Spartanburg, South Carolina, this 17.1-mile journey is a straightforward commute. Clocking in at approximately 28 minutes, the trip is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion. You will primarily navigate via Highway 221, South Church Street, and South Main Street as you move through the Southeast region. With fuel costs estimated at $3, the drive is budget-friendly and requires no overnight stops. Because the distance is so manageable, you have significant flexibility in your schedule to head out whenever it fits your plans best.
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
8.5 miles from Woodruff, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 14m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience as you transition from the outskirts into the heart of the city. Roughly 57% of your trip involves highway travel, providing a steady pace for the majority of the journey. You will spend your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 9.8 miles along Highway 221 before the route shifts into local corridors like South Church Street. The character of the road changes noticeably as you move from the open road into the more developed streets of Spartanburg. It is a functional, balanced drive that transitions smoothly from highway speeds to urban navigation.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 4 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Highway 221 is the longest continuous segment at about 9.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. 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 Woodruff, SC to Spartanburg, SC is easy. At 28m with 57% 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 Woodruff, SC to Spartanburg, SC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Highway 221 | 9.8 mi | 15m |
| South Church Street | 6 mi | 10m |
| South Main Street | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| North Church Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Highway 221
— 9.8 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woodruff, SC and Spartanburg, SC.
1
Start on US 221; SC 146
1.3 mi
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3 min
·
South Main Street
2
Continue on US 221
9.8 mi
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15 min
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Highway 221
Use the none lane.
3
Continue on US 221
6.0 mi
·
10 min
·
South Church Street
Use the none lane.
4
Arrive at destination
US 221; SC 56
Trip Plan
Since this is a short 28-minute trip, you won't need to worry about planning for rest stops or long-haul fatigue. I recommend keeping an eye on your fuel gauge before you depart, though your total cost for the trip should stay right around $3. Because there are no designated stops required, you have the advantage of total flexibility to leave whenever it is most convenient for your day. Pay close attention to your speed as you transition from the 9.8-mile stretch on Highway 221 into the tighter, slower-paced local streets of Spartanburg. Staying alert during this transition will make your arrival much smoother.
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 8.5 miles from Woodruff, SC, or about 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 9.8 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 17.1 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.5 miles or 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 24m
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 Woodruff, 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 Woodruff, SC
This is one driving day of about 17.1 miles and 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Woodruff, 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 Highway 221 for about 9.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.5 mi from Woodruff, SC · 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
9 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 17.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 8.5 miles from Woodruff, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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
$2.74 one way
$5.47 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $2.98 | $5.96 |
| premium | $4.78 | $3.22 | $6.43 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.80 | $7.60 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.1 | 0 | $1.80 | $0.82 |
| Efficient EV | 4.3 | 0 | $1.50 | $0.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.39 | $1.09 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (67% 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
2 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
28m 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 Woodruff, SC to Spartanburg, SC covers 17.1 miles and takes about 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Highway 221, South Church Street, South Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.5 miles from Woodruff, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.74 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 Woodruff, SC to Spartanburg, SC is easy. At 28m with 57% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Woodruff, SC to Spartanburg, SC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Woodruff, SC to Spartanburg, SC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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