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Trip from Aiken, SC to Five Forks, SC

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 36m

Distance

109.6 mi

176 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$17

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 31 min
4 AM
2h 26m ★
6 AM
2h 36m
8 AM
2h 57m
10 AM
2h 44m
12 PM
2h 42m
3 PM
2h 45m
5 PM
2h 56m
8 PM
2h 30m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Aiken, SC

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Downtown Five Forks, SC, SC

Five Forks, SC

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Trip Overview

Spanning 109.6 miles across South Carolina, this journey from Aiken to Five Forks is an efficient trek through the Southeast that typically takes about 2 hours and 36 minutes. Because of the manageable duration, it works perfectly as a straightforward day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $18 for fuel to cover the distance. Navigating via US 25, SC 14, and Edgefield Highway, you will find a consistent, mixed-drive experience that keeps the route practical for commuters and travelers alike. Whether you are heading north for business or a visit, the trip offers a reliable connection between these two areas.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

54.8 miles from Aiken, SC

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 15m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 25 32.2 mi 44m
SC 14 20 mi 25m
Edgefield Highway 10.1 mi 15m
Greenwood Highway 9.8 mi 14m
US 221 7.4 mi 8m
Augusta Road 5.2 mi 6m
Bauskett Street 3.9 mi 4m
Highway 19 3.2 mi 4m
Longest stretch: US 25 — 32.2 mi, about 44m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Aiken, SC and Five Forks, SC.

1

Start on SC 19

387 ft · 13 sec · Chesterfield Street South
2

Continue on SC 19

0.1 mi · 20 sec · Chesterfield Street South
3

Turn left onto US 1; US 78; SC 19

0.2 mi · 36 sec · Richland Avenue West
4

Turn right onto SC 19

0.5 mi · 46 sec · Laurens Street Northwest
5

Continue on SC 19

1.0 mi · 1 min · Laurens Street Northwest
6

Continue on SC 19

10 mi · 15 min · Edgefield Highway
7

Continue on SC 19

3.2 mi · 4 min · Highway 19
8

Continue on SC 19

5.2 mi · 6 min · Augusta Road
9

Turn straight onto US 25 Truck

3.9 mi · 4 min · Bauskett Street
10

At end of road, turn left onto US 25

28 mi · 39 min · US 25
11

Turn right onto US 25; US 178; US 221

3.9 mi · 5 min · US 25; US 178; US 221
12

Continue on S-24-236

0.6 mi · 1 min · North Emerald Road
13

Turn left onto S-24-99

0.7 mi · 1 min · Kateway
14

At end of road, turn right onto US 221; SC 72

7.4 mi · 8 min · US 221; SC 72
15

Turn left onto US 221

9.8 mi · 14 min · Greenwood Highway
16

Continue on US 221

2.6 mi · 3 min · Greenwood Road
17

Turn left onto Stagecoach Road

3.0 mi · 5 min · Stagecoach Road
18

Continue on Whelon Road

2.1 mi · 3 min · Whelon Road
19

At end of road, turn left onto Welcome Church Road

0.3 mi · 1 min · Welcome Church Road
20

Turn left onto SC 14

9.1 mi · 13 min · SC 14
21

Take the ramp onto SC 14

11 mi · 12 min · SC 14
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22

Keep slight left at fork onto I 385

1.2 mi · 1 min · Golden Strip Freeway
23

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 23 sec
Exit 31 Toward SC 417: Laurens Road Use the slight right lane.
24

Turn right onto SC 417

0.8 mi · 1 min · Northeast Main Street
25

Turn left onto SC 14

1.5 mi · 2 min · Highway 14
26

Turn right onto Adams Mill Road

2.8 mi · 5 min · Adams Mill Road
27

Turn left onto Scuffletown Road

324 ft · 11 sec · Scuffletown Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
28

Turn slight left

203 ft · 20 sec
29

At end of road, turn left

164 ft · 12 sec
30

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule to depart whenever suits you best. Planning for at least one stop along the way will help you break up the drive and stay refreshed, especially since you will be navigating a mix of highway and local roads. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge during the longer 32.2-mile stretch on US 25 to ensure you are comfortable before entering more rural or local sections. Because the total travel time is under three hours, you can easily complete this drive in a single push if you prefer. Prioritize checking your route on your GPS before heading out to account for any real-time traffic updates on the smaller local roads.

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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 54.8 miles from Aiken, SC, or about 1h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32.2 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 24 miles or 33m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 54.8 miles or 1h 15m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 8m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Five Forks, SC than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Aiken, 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 Aiken, SC

This is one driving day of about 109.6 miles and 2h 36m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Aiken, 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 US 25 for about 32.2 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in and the county seat of Greenwood County, South Carolina, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Greenwood, SC

55 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

Edgefield, SC

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Greenwood, SC

Meal break

The midpoint is around 54.8 miles from Aiken, 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.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best coffee break

The Parlour Coffee & Company

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Aiken, South Carolina

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 5:30 am–5 pm

+19164302868

The Parlour Coffee & Company

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Aiken, South Carolina

Hours: 5:30 am–5 pm

+19164302868

Aiken Visitors Center and Train Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour

Aiken, South Carolina

Hours: 10 am–3 pm

+18032937846

Visit website

Aiken County Historical Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Aiken, South Carolina

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+18036422015

Visit website

Savannah River Site Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour

Aiken, South Carolina

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+18036481437

Visit website

Sky Zone Trampoline Park

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour

Greenville, South Carolina

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+18644123434

Visit website

PlayLand of Aiken

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour

Aiken, South Carolina

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+18032260096

Visit website

Richardson's Lake Water Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour

Warrenville, South Carolina

+18036633600

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 18

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 109.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
0.4 mi into trip | ~1m in | SC 19 / Laurens Street Northwest

Turn right onto SC 19 / Laurens Street Northwest

Navigation decision point

5
57.9 mi into trip | ~1h 21m in | US 221; SC 72

At end of road, turn right onto US 221; SC 72

Navigation decision point

7
104.2 mi into trip | ~2h 25m in

Take the exit toward SC 417: Laurens Road

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 31 Toward SC 417: Laurens Road
5
109.4 mi into trip | ~2h 35m in | Scuffletown Road

Turn left onto Scuffletown Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left lanes.
6
109.5 mi into trip | ~2h 36m in

At end of road, turn left

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$17.14 one way

$34.28 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 38 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $18.74 $37.48
premium $4.70 $20.28 $40.57
diesel $5.61 $24.20 $48.40

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$17

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$42–$67

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 38.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 32.9 0 $11.51 $5.26
Efficient EV 27.4 0 $9.59 $4.38
EV Truck/SUV 43.8 0 $15.34 $7.01

Gas CO2

38 kg

EV CO2

13 kg (66% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026

Origin

Aiken, SC

Late night in Aiken on Tuesday

Local time

5:46 AM

EDT

Current temp

86°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Five Forks, SC

Late night in Five Forks on Tuesday

Local time

5:46 AM

EDT

Current temp

80°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

83°F

Greenwood, SC

55 mi in

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

6 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

2h 36m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a varied experience behind the wheel, as this route is composed of about 60% highway driving and 40% local road navigation. You will encounter a mix of road types, with the longest uninterrupted segment covering 32.2 miles on US 25. The journey transitions through different road environments, requiring you to stay alert as you move from faster highway stretches into more localized driving patterns. It is not a monotonous interstate grind; instead, the profile offers a blend of road personalities that keeps the drive engaging. By balancing open highway mileage with the nuances of SC 14 and Edgefield Highway, the route provides a steady pace that feels neither too rushed nor overly slow.

60% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
30 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 32.2 mi on US 25.

How Hard Is This Drive?

5/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 18 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near SC 19 / Laurens Street Northwest.

Driving Effort 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 109.6 miles you will encounter 18 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 0.4 miles (SC 19 / Laurens Street Northwest): Navigation decision point; at 57.9 miles (US 221; SC 72): Navigation decision point; at 104.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 36m. Total distance: 109.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (60%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 32.2 miles on US 25. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (SC 19 / Laurens Street Northwest): Navigation decision point; at 57.9 miles (US 221; SC 72): Navigation decision point; at 104.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Five Forks, SC before heading back.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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