Origin
Anderson County Airport, SC
Late night in Anderson County Airport on Sunday
Local time
12:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
85°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Anderson County Airport, SC to Newport, SC
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 27m
Distance
118.7 mi
191 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 17m
★
6 AM
2h 27m
8 AM
2h 47m
10 AM
2h 34m
12 PM
2h 32m
3 PM
2h 35m
5 PM
2h 46m
8 PM
2h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Anderson County Airport, SC
Jimmy Liao
Newport, SC
Owen Mao
Trip Overview
Anderson County Airport, SC to Newport, SC is 118.7 miles and takes about 2h 27m via I 85 and Black Highway, with a fuel budget near $19 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, single-day trip primarily within South Carolina, connecting two points in the Southeast region. The journey offers a highway-focused experience, making it an efficient option for getting between these locations. Given its relatively short duration, you can expect a manageable drive without needing an overnight stay. Plan for a direct route with minimal complications.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
59.3 miles from Anderson County Airport, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 15m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 85 | 81 mi | 1h 35m |
| Black Highway | 9.6 mi | 11m |
| Old York Road | 6.1 mi | 9m |
| Alexander Love Highway | 5.1 mi | 6m |
| York Road | 4.9 mi | 5m |
| Pearman Dairy Road | 3.8 mi | 4m |
| Kings Creek Drive | 1.7 mi | 1m |
| Liberty Highway | 1.2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 85
— 81 mi, about 1h 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Anderson County Airport, SC and Newport, SC.
1
Start on this road
293 ft
·
21 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Airport Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Airport Road
3
Turn right onto SC 24
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Highway 24
4
Continue on SC 24
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
West Whitner Street
5
Turn left onto 383
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Michelin Boulevard
6
Turn right onto Standridge Road
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
Standridge Road
7
Turn left onto SC 28
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Pearman Dairy Road
8
Turn left onto US 178
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Liberty Highway
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
10
Merge onto I 85
48 mi
·
58 min
·
I 85
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 85
33 mi
·
37 min
·
I 85
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Exit 102
Toward SC 5, SC 198: Blacksburg, Rock Hill
13
Turn right onto SC 5
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
North Mountain Street
14
Continue on SC 5
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
York Road
15
Continue on SC 5
0.7 mi
·
49 sec
·
York Highway
16
Continue on SC 5
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
York Road
17
Continue on SC 5
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Kings Creek Drive
18
Continue on SC 5
9.6 mi
·
11 min
·
Black Highway
19
Turn left onto SC 5
5.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Alexander Love Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Turn left onto SC 161
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Old York Road
21
Turn right onto Adnah Church Road
198 ft
·
4 sec
·
Adnah Church Road
22
Arrive at destination
Adnah Church Road
Trip Plan
With a drive time of just over two hours, this trip is easily completed in a single day, so you can leave when it's most convenient. Starting your drive in the morning will give you ample daylight and allow you to reach Newport with plenty of time. Since the longest stretch is 81 miles on I 85, keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach the latter half of that segment, and consider refueling before you hit that long stretch if your tank is low. With only one recommended day, flexibility is key, and you won't need to worry about breaking up the drive with an overnight stop.
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 59.3 miles from Anderson County Airport, SC, or about 1h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 81 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 26 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59.3 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 1h 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Newport, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Anderson County Airport, SC so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Anderson County Airport, SC
This is one driving day of about 118.7 miles and 2h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Anderson County Airport, SC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 85 for about 81 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
59 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 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 59.3 miles from Anderson County Airport, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 85 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 81 miles.
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 125 decision points cluster between mile 2.6 and 107.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
2.6 mi into trip
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~5m in
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SC 28 / Pearman Dairy Road
Turn left onto SC 28 / Pearman Dairy Road
Navigation decision point
5
7.9 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
I 85
Merge onto I 85
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
55.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
|
I 85
Keep slight left at fork onto I 85
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
88.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 48m in
Take the exit toward SC 5, SC 198: Blacksburg, Rock Hill
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 102
Toward SC 5, SC 198: Blacksburg, Rock Hill
5
107.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 11m in
|
SC 5 / Alexander Love Highway
Turn left onto SC 5 / Alexander Love Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.56 one way
$37.12 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
42 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $20.30 | $40.59 |
| premium | $4.70 | $21.97 | $43.94 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.21 | $52.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.5 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 | 35.6 | 0 | $12.46 | $5.70 |
| Efficient EV | 29.7 | 0 | $10.39 | $4.75 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 47.5 | 0 | $16.62 | $7.60 |
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Newport, SC
Late night in Newport on Sunday
Local time
12:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
Sunny
WSW 14 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued April 16 at 2:47AM EDT until April 16 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
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
3 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
2h 27m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 69% of the journey taking place on faster roadways. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on I 85, which forms the longest uninterrupted stretch of 81 miles. Expect a consistent pace for most of the trip, allowing for steady progress. As you transition from I 85 to roads like Black Highway and Old York Road, the character may shift slightly, but the overall profile remains geared towards efficient travel. The drive is designed for covering ground effectively rather than leisurely sightseeing.
69% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 81 mi on I 85.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 85 and Black Highway. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.6 miles in near SC 28 / Pearman Dairy Road.
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 118.7 miles you will encounter 12 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 2.6 miles (SC 28 / Pearman Dairy Road): Navigation decision point; at 7.9 miles (I 85): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.6 miles (I 85): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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.
On the drive from Anderson County Airport, SC to Newport, SC, road signs begin pointing toward Rock Hill along the way.
Rock Hill
88.9 mi in
|
~1h 48m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 27m. Total distance: 118.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 81 miles on I 85. 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 2.6 miles (SC 28 / Pearman Dairy Road): Navigation decision point; at 7.9 miles (I 85): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.6 miles (I 85): 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 Newport, 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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