Spanning 93.4 miles through the Southeast, this journey from Edgefield to Spartanburg takes approximately 1 hour and 46 minutes to complete. Because the travel time is relatively short, it functions perfectly as a straightforward day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight lodging. You should budget about $15 for fuel to cover the distance between these two South Carolina locations. Navigating this path involves traveling along Buncombe Street, Greenwood Highway, and Brooks Road. Since there are no designated stops planned on this route, you can expect a direct drive from start to finish. It is an ideal choice if you prefer a focused, efficient transit between regions rather than a multi-day expedition.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
48.5 miles from Edgefield, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 6m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 26
24.9 mi
26m
US 221
23.3 mi
30m
Buncombe Street
19.8 mi
27m
South Church Street
6 mi
10m
US 25
3.9 mi
5m
Brooks Road
3.9 mi
5m
Springdale Drive
3.4 mi
4m
Highway 25 South
2.8 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
I 26
— 24.9 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Edgefield, SC and Spartanburg, SC.
1
Start on US 25; SC 23
62 ft·3 sec·Main Street
2
Turn slight right onto US 25
20 mi·27 min·Buncombe Street
3
Continue on US 25
0.7 mi·55 sec·Greenwood Highway
4
Continue on US 25
3.9 mi·5 min·Brooks Road
5
Continue on US 25
0.3 mi·27 sec·Epworth Camp Road East
6
Continue on US 25
2.5 mi·3 min·Heddy Road
7
Continue on US 25; US 178
2.8 mi·3 min·Highway 25 South
8
Turn right onto US 25; US 178; US 221
3.9 mi·5 min·US 25; US 178; US 221
9
Continue on S-24-236
0.6 mi·1 min·North Emerald Road
10
Turn left onto S-24-99
0.7 mi·1 min·Kateway
11
At end of road, turn right onto US 221; SC 72
23 mi·30 min·US 221; SC 72
12
Turn right onto Springdale Drive
3.4 mi·4 min·Springdale Drive
13
Turn right onto SC 72
1.2 mi·1 min·Highway 72 East
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi·37 sec
15
Merge onto I 26
1.4 mi·1 min·I 26
16
Keep slight right at fork onto I 26
24 mi·25 min·I 26
Toward SpartanburgUse the straight / slight left lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi·33 sec
Exit 28Toward US 221: Spartanburg-South, MooreUse the slight right lane.
18
Turn straight onto US 221
2.3 mi·3 min·Highway 221
19
Continue on US 221
6.0 mi·10 min·South Church Street
20
Arrive at destination
US 221; SC 56
Trip Plan
Given the 1-hour and 46-minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility when choosing your departure time. Since this route contains no scheduled stops, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you leave Edgefield to avoid needing to hunt for stations along the local roads. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the drive can be more tiring than a straight highway shot, so plan to stay hydrated and alert. Because you are navigating local streets like Brooks Road and Greenwood Highway, keep a close eye on your GPS to navigate the frequent turns accurately. Using the full 93.4-mile span as a single push is manageable, but don't hesitate to pull over safely if you need a quick break from the constant steering.
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 48.5 miles from Edgefield, SC, or about 1h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 24.9 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 21 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.5 miles or 1h 6m 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 44m
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 Edgefield, 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 Edgefield, SC
This is one driving day of about 97 miles and 2h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Edgefield, SC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 26 for about 24.9 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 8
5 decision points cluster between mile 35.2 and 88.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
35.2 mi into trip|~49m in|US 221; SC 72
At end of road, turn right onto US 221; SC 72
Navigation decision point
4
62 mi into trip|~1h 24m in|SC 72 / Highway 72 East
Turn right onto SC 72 / Highway 72 East
Navigation decision point
5
63.2 mi into trip|~1h 26m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
7
64.9 mi into trip|~1h 28m in|I 26
Keep slight right at fork onto I 26 toward Spartanburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward Spartanburg
8
88.4 mi into trip|~1h 53m in
Take the exit toward US 221: Spartanburg-South, Moore
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 28
Toward US 221: Spartanburg-South, Moore
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.17 one way
$30.34 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg34 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$16.59
$33.17
premium
$4.70
$17.95
$35.91
diesel
$5.61
$21.42
$42.83
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
29.1
0
$10.18
$4.66
Efficient EV
24.3
0
$8.49
$3.88
EV Truck/SUV
38.8
0
$13.58
$6.21
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (68% 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
Edgefield, SC
Late night
in Edgefield on Tuesday
Local time
5:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Spartanburg, SC
Late night
in Spartanburg on Tuesday
Local time
5:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
82°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
3 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 8m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you actively engaged behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate grind, this route features a 0% highway share, relying entirely on local roads to get you to your destination. You will not encounter any long, empty stretches, as the longest segment is found on Buncombe Street with no extended uninterupted sections. The winding nature of these roads means you should stay alert for frequent turns and directional changes. Prepare for a more hands-on driving experience that requires your full attention compared to the mindless cruising found on major freeways.
60% 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: 24.9 mi on I 26.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 35.2 miles in near US 221; SC 72.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 8m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 35.2 miles (US 221; SC 72): Navigation decision point; at 62 miles (SC 72 / Highway 72 East): Navigation decision point; at 63.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
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 Edgefield, SC to Spartanburg, SC, road signs begin pointing toward Moore along the way.
The longest stretch is about 24.9 miles on I 26. 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 35.2 miles (US 221; SC 72): Navigation decision point; at 62 miles (SC 72 / Highway 72 East): Navigation decision point; at 63.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes — Cowpens National Battlefield. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Spartanburg, SC before heading back.
