Hollywood, SC to Greer, SC is 218.7 miles and takes about 4h 21m via I 26 and I 385, with a fuel budget near $34 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Southeast region, specifically South Carolina, making it a convenient local trip. Expect a highway-focused experience for the majority of your journey. With a recommended one-day drive time and a manageable distance, this route is ideal for a straightforward transit between these two points.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
109.4 miles from Hollywood, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 15m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 26
146.8 mi
2h 39m
I 385
29.6 mi
32m
Delemar Highway
8.9 mi
15m
State Highway 165
6.4 mi
11m
Golden Strip Freeway
5.3 mi
6m
SC 14
5.1 mi
9m
Bacons Bridge Road
3.9 mi
6m
I 85
3.6 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
I 26
— 146.8 mi, about 2h 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hollywood, SC and Greer, SC.
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Start on SC 162
176 ft·9 sec·SC 162
2
Turn left onto SC 165
2.3 mi·3 min·SC 165
3
Turn left onto SC 165
6.4 mi·11 min·State Highway 165
4
Continue on SC 165
0.7 mi·1 min·Delemar Highway
5
Continue on SC 165
8.3 mi·14 min·Delemar Highway
6
Continue on Bacons Bridge Road
3.9 mi·6 min·Bacons Bridge Road
7
At end of road, turn left onto Old Trolley Road
516 ft·9 sec·Old Trolley Road
8
Continue on East Carolina Avenue
0.1 mi·14 sec·East Carolina Avenue
9
Turn right onto SC 165
2.4 mi·4 min·Berlin G Myers Parkway
10
Continue on SC 165
0.3 mi·31 sec·Berlin Myers Parkway
11
Turn right onto US 17 Alternate
0.8 mi·1 min·North Main Street
12
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·55 sec
Toward I-26 West
13
Merge onto I 26
147 mi·2 hr 39 min·I 26
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 385
30 mi·32 min·I 385
Exit 51Toward I 385 North: Laurens, GreenvilleUse the slight left / straight lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 385
5.3 mi·6 min·Golden Strip Freeway
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi·21 sec
Exit 35; 36A-BToward I 85, SC 146: Spartanburg, Atlanta, Woodruff RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·52 sec
Toward I 85: Spartanburg, Atlanta, Greenville-Spartanburg International AirportUse the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight right at fork
1.3 mi·1 min
Exit 36AToward I 85 North: Spartanburg, GSP International AirportUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
19
Merge onto I 85
3.6 mi·4 min·I 85
20
Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
Exit 56Toward SC 14: Pelham, GreerUse the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi·16 sec
Use the slight left lane.
22
Turn left onto SC 14
5.1 mi·9 min·SC 14
Use the left lane.
23
Turn right onto SC 101; SC 290
39 ft·0 sec·East Poinsett Street
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Arrive at destination
SC 101; SC 290
Trip Plan
Given this route's 4h 21m duration, departing in the morning will allow ample time to reach Greer without feeling rushed. With only one recommended stop, plan it strategically, perhaps midway through the longest stretch on I 26. The fuel cost estimate of $34 suggests you won't need to worry excessively about finding stations, but it's always wise to fill up before embarking on the 146.8-mile segment on I 26. Since this is a single-day trip, you have the flexibility to adjust your departure time based on traffic conditions.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 109.4 miles from Hollywood, SC, or about 2h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 146.8 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 48 miles or 1h 9m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 109.4 miles or 2h 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 3h 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Greer, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hollywood, 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 Hollywood, SC
This is one driving day of about 218.7 miles and 4h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 48 miles from Hollywood, 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 I 26 for about 146.8 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 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 172.5 and 213.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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172.5 mi into trip|~3h 24m in|I 385
Keep slight left at fork onto I 385 toward I 385 North: Laurens, Greenville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 51
Toward I 385 North: Laurens, Greenville
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207.4 mi into trip|~4h 2m in
Take the exit toward I 85, SC 146: Spartanburg, Atlanta, Woodruff Road
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 35; 36A-B
Toward I 85, SC 146: Spartanburg, Atlanta, Wood...
8
207.7 mi into trip|~4h 3m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 85: Spartanburg, Atlanta, Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 85: Spartanburg, Atlanta, Greenville-S...
9
208.3 mi into trip|~4h 4m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 85 North: Spartanburg, GSP International Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 36A
Toward I 85 North: Spartanburg, GSP Internation...
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213.2 mi into trip|~4h 10m in
Take the exit toward SC 14: Pelham, Greer
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 56
Toward SC 14: Pelham, Greer
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$34.20 one way
$68.40 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg77 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$37.39
$74.79
premium
$4.70
$40.48
$80.95
diesel
$5.61
$48.29
$96.57
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 76.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
65.6
0
$22.96
$10.50
Efficient EV
54.7
0
$19.14
$8.75
EV Truck/SUV
87.5
1
$30.62
$14.00
Gas CO2
77 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 18, 2026
Origin
Hollywood, SC
Late night
in Hollywood on Sunday
Local time
12:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
Mostly Sunny
S 10 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Greer, SC
Late night
in Greer on Sunday
Local time
12:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
89°F
Mostly Sunny
SW 13 mph1% chanceLive 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
1 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
4h 21m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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.
Congaree National Park
National Park
Astonishing biodiversity exists in Congaree National Park, the largest intact expanse of old growth bottomland hardwood forest remaining in the southeastern United States. Waters from the Congaree and...
11 mi from route
~29 min detour
Free
near mile 90.5
Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Two forts stand at the entrance of Charleston Harbor. Patriots inside a palmetto log fort, later named Fort Moultrie, defeated the Royal Navy in 1776. As Charleston blazed a path towards secession to...
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...
27 mi from route
~68 min detour
Free
near mile 218.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with a substantial 92% of the route utilizing major interstates like I 26 and I 385. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 146.8 miles on I 26, meaning extended periods of consistent highway driving. While the main roads are primarily interstates, the transition to Delemar Highway near Greer offers a slight change in pace. Overall, prepare for a high-speed, efficient journey for most of the 218.7 miles.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 146.8 mi on I 26.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 26 and I 385. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 172.5 miles in near I 385.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 218.7 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 172.5 miles (I 385): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 207.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 207.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Hollywood, SC and Greer, SC, road signs point toward Greenville, Atlanta and Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport.
Greenville
172.5 mi in|~3h 24m|via I 385
Atlanta
207.4 mi in|~4h 2m
Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport
207.7 mi in|~4h 3m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 21m. Total distance: 218.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 146.8 miles on I 26. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 21 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Greer, SC before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 21 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 172.5 miles (I 385): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 207.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 207.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Congaree National Park, Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park and Cowpens National Battlefield. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Greer, SC, but most travelers stay overnight.
