Origin
Greenville, SC
Morning in Greenville on Sunday
Local time
9:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Greenville, SC to Anderson County Airport, SC
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
48m
Distance
34.4 mi
55 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 45m
★
6 AM
0h 49m
8 AM
0h 57m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 51m
3 PM
0h 52m
5 PM
0h 56m
8 PM
0h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Anderson County Airport, SC
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Trip Overview
This 34.5-mile drive from Greenville, SC, to Anderson County Airport, SC, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 44 minutes. You'll navigate primarily local roads, with a short stint on I-85 South, making it a straightforward trip. With a fuel cost estimated at $6, this short haul is budget-friendly and perfect for a quick transit. The Southeast region offers a familiar landscape as you move from one point in South Carolina to another. It’s a practical option for getting to your destination without a significant time commitment.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 29 | 21.5 mi | 26m |
| Pearman Dairy Road | 3.8 mi | 4m |
| Mills Avenue | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| North Church Street | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Liberty Highway | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Michelin Boulevard | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Highway 24 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Airport Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 29
— 21.5 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Greenville, SC and Anderson County Airport, SC.
1
Start on US 29
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
North Church Street
2
Continue on US 29
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Mills Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Take the exit onto US 29
21 mi
·
26 min
·
US 29
Exit 14B
Toward I 85 South, US 29 South: Atlanta
Use the slight right lane.
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 21
Toward US 178: Liberty, Anderson
Use the right lane.
5
Turn right onto US 178
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Liberty Highway
6
Turn right onto Highway 28 Bypass
173 ft
·
2 sec
·
Highway 28 Bypass
7
Continue on 28 BYP
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Pearman Dairy Road
8
Turn right onto Standridge Road
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Standridge Road
9
Turn left onto 383
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Michelin Boulevard
10
Turn right onto SC 24
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
West Whitner Street
11
Continue on SC 24
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Highway 24
12
Turn left onto Airport Road
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Airport Road
13
Continue on South Warner Road
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
·
South Warner Road
14
Turn sharp left onto Airport Road
55 ft
·
7 sec
·
Airport Road
15
Turn right
293 ft
·
21 sec
16
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.2 miles from Greenville, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 4.9 and 34.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
4.9 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
US 29
Take the exit onto US 29 toward I 85 South, US 29 South: Atlanta
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 14B
Toward I 85 South, US 29 South: Atlanta
8
26.4 mi into trip
|
~35m in
Take the exit toward US 178: Liberty, Anderson
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 21
Toward US 178: Liberty, Anderson
4
26.6 mi into trip
|
~35m in
|
US 178 / Liberty Highway
Turn right onto US 178 / Liberty Highway
Navigation decision point
5
34.4 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
Airport Road
Turn sharp left onto Airport Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
34.4 mi into trip
|
~48m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.38 one way
$10.76 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $5.88 | $11.76 |
| premium | $4.70 | $6.37 | $12.73 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.60 | $15.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 12 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.3 | 0 | $3.61 | $1.65 |
| Efficient EV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.01 | $1.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.82 | $2.20 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Anderson County Airport, SC
Morning in Anderson County Airport on Sunday
Local time
9:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
86°F
Anderson, SC
17 mi in
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
36 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
48m 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 "turn-heavy local drive" for most of this 34.5-mile journey. With 0% highway share, you won't encounter long stretches of interstate cruising. Instead, you'll be making frequent turns on roads like Mills Avenue and US 178. The longest uninterrupted stretch isn't specified, but the profile suggests a more engaged driving experience, typical of navigating city streets and local thoroughfares. This route prioritizes directness over expansive, open-road driving, keeping you connected to the local environment throughout the 44-minute trip.
64% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 21.5 mi on US 29.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 29 and Pearman Dairy Road. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 4.9 miles in near US 29.
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 34.4 miles you will encounter 9 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 4.9 miles (US 29): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 26.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 26.6 miles (US 178 / Liberty Highway): Navigation decision point.
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 Greenville, SC to Anderson County Airport, SC, road signs begin pointing toward Anderson along the way.
Anderson
26.4 mi in
|
~35m
About the Cities
Starting in Greenville, SC
Full guide →Greenville has been described as Athens, Georgia for adults. It is the county seat and largest city of Greenville County, South Carolina, United States. Greenville is also the center of the largest metropolitan area of South Carolina. Columbia, Charleston, and North Charleston have more people, but the urban area around Greenville is larger. With its historic homes and modern office towers, Greenville is said to be where "Old South" meets "New South".
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 48m. Total distance: 34.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (64%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 21.5 miles on US 29. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.9 miles (US 29): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 26.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 26.6 miles (US 178 / Liberty Highway): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Anderson County Airport, 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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