Aiken, SC to Parker, SC is 110.7 miles and takes about 2h 37m via US 25, with a fuel budget near $17 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a single-day trip primarily traversing South Carolina's Southeast region. Expect a straightforward drive focused on efficient travel, making it a good option for a quick transfer between these two points. You'll spend most of your time on major roads, so pack some podcasts or audiobooks for the journey.
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
55.3 miles from Aiken, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 17m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 25
69.2 mi
1h 37m
Edgefield Highway
10.1 mi
15m
Southern Connector
7.5 mi
8m
Augusta Road
5.2 mi
6m
Montague Avenue
4.6 mi
7m
White Horse Road
4 mi
7m
Bauskett Street
3.9 mi
4m
Highway 19
3.2 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
US 25
— 69.2 mi, about 1h 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Aiken, SC and Parker, SC.
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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
32 mi·44 min·US 25
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Turn straight onto US 25 Business; US 178 Business
4.6 mi·7 min·Montague Avenue
12
Continue on US 25; US 178
37 mi·52 min·US 25; US 178
13
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
14
Merge onto I 185
7.5 mi·8 min·Southern Connector
15
Take the exit
0.1 mi·16 sec
Exit 15Toward US 25: White Horse Road, Travelers RestUse the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork
149 ft·9 sec
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
17
Turn left onto US 25
4.0 mi·7 min·White Horse Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Turn left onto SC 253
0.1 mi·18 sec·West Blue Ridge Drive
19
Turn left
350 ft·25 sec
20
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 2h 37m duration, this trip is easily completed in a single day. Aim to depart Aiken in the morning to maximize your daylight and allow for any minor delays. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost estimated at $17, you can be quite flexible with your timing. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 69.2-mile stretch on US 25, as services might be spaced out in that section.
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 55.3 miles from Aiken, SC, or about 1h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 69.2 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 55.3 miles or 1h 17m 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 Parker, 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 110.7 miles and 2h 37m.
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 69.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 110.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.4 mi into trip|~1m in|SC 19 / Laurens Street Northwest
Turn right onto SC 19 / Laurens Street Northwest
Navigation decision point
8
106.3 mi into trip|~2h 28m in
Take the exit toward US 25: White Horse Road, Travelers Rest
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 15
Toward US 25: White Horse Road, Travelers Rest
7
106.4 mi into trip|~2h 29m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
5
106.5 mi into trip|~2h 29m in|US 25 / White Horse Road
Turn left onto US 25 / White Horse Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
110.6 mi into trip|~2h 37m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.31 one way
$34.62 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg39 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$18.93
$37.86
premium
$4.70
$20.49
$40.98
diesel
$5.61
$24.44
$48.88
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: 38.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
33.2
0
$11.62
$5.31
Efficient EV
27.7
0
$9.69
$4.43
EV Truck/SUV
44.3
0
$15.50
$7.08
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 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.
Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026
Origin
Aiken, SC
Late night
in Aiken on Tuesday
Local time
4:05 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Parker, SC
Late night
in Parker on Tuesday
Local time
4:05 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 37m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is largely highway-focused, with 65% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll encounter the Southern Connector and US 25, offering a relatively fast-paced experience. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 69.2 miles on US 25, so be prepared for a significant period without frequent exits. While primarily highway, expect some transitions as you navigate between these main arteries, potentially including sections on Edgefield Highway.
65% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 69.2 mi on US 25.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 25 and Edgefield Highway. You will hit about 10 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 Effort5/10
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 110.7 miles you will encounter 10 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 106.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 106.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 37m. Total distance: 110.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (65%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 69.2 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 106.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 106.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Parker, SC before heading back.
