Origin
Lyman, SC
Late night in Lyman on Sunday
Local time
12:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Lyman, 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
1h 12m
Distance
52.1 mi
84 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 6m
★
6 AM
1h 12m
8 AM
1h 23m
10 AM
1h 16m
12 PM
1h 15m
3 PM
1h 17m
5 PM
1h 23m
8 PM
1h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lyman, SC
Junior Bastos
Anderson County Airport, SC
Jimmy Liao
Trip Overview
This 52.1-mile drive from Lyman, SC to Anderson County Airport, SC is a straightforward, single-day journey, taking approximately 1 hour and 12 minutes. With a highway share of 76%, it’s a route that prioritizes efficiency, making it ideal for a quick trip without the need for an overnight stay. The estimated fuel cost is around $8, reflecting the relatively short distance. This journey stays entirely within the Southeast region, offering a consistent driving experience through South Carolina. It's a practical option when you need to get from point A to point B reliably and without much fuss.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 85 | 38.6 mi | 46m |
| Pearman Dairy Road | 3.8 mi | 4m |
| Woods Chapel Road | 2.6 mi | 5m |
| Liberty Highway | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Spartanburg Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Michelin Boulevard | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Highway 24 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Airport Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 85
— 38.6 mi, about 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lyman, SC and Anderson County Airport, SC.
1
Start on SC 292
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Spartanburg Road
2
Turn left onto North Spencer Street
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
North Spencer Street
3
Turn right onto Woods Chapel Road
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Woods Chapel Road
4
Continue on Woods Chapel Road
54 ft
·
1 sec
·
Woods Chapel Road
5
Enter roundabout onto Woods Chapel Road
157 ft
·
4 sec
·
Woods Chapel Road
6
Continue on Woods Chapel Road
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
·
Woods Chapel Road
7
Turn left onto Old Woodruff Road
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
Old Woodruff Road
8
Turn right onto Caliber Ridge Drive
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Caliber Ridge Drive
9
Turn left onto SC 101
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Highway 101
10
Take the ramp
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 85 South: Greenville
11
Merge onto I 85
39 mi
·
46 min
·
I 85
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 21
Toward US 178: Liberty, Anderson
Use the right lane.
13
Turn right onto US 178
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Liberty Highway
14
Turn right onto Highway 28 Bypass
173 ft
·
2 sec
·
Highway 28 Bypass
15
Continue on 28 BYP
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Pearman Dairy Road
16
Turn right onto Standridge Road
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Standridge Road
17
Turn left onto 383
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Michelin Boulevard
18
Turn right onto SC 24
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
West Whitner Street
19
Continue on SC 24
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Highway 24
20
Turn left onto Airport Road
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Airport Road
21
Continue on South Warner Road
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
·
South Warner Road
22
Turn sharp left onto Airport Road
55 ft
·
7 sec
·
Airport Road
23
Turn right
293 ft
·
21 sec
24
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.1 miles from Lyman, 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 155 decision points cluster between mile 3.8 and 52.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
3.8 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
Woods Chapel Road
Enter roundabout onto Woods Chapel Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
5.6 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
I 85
Merge onto I 85
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
44.1 mi into trip
|
~58m 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
5
52.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
|
Airport Road
Turn sharp left onto Airport Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
52.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.15 one way
$16.29 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $8.91 | $17.82 |
| premium | $4.70 | $9.64 | $19.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.50 | $23.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.47 | $2.50 |
| Efficient EV | 13 | 0 | $4.56 | $2.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.8 | 0 | $7.29 | $3.33 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Late night in Anderson County Airport on Sunday
Local time
12:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
35 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
1h 12m 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 highway-focused drive for the majority of this 52.1-mile trip, with 76% of it utilizing major roadways like I-85. You'll experience a significant uninterrupted stretch of 38.6 miles on I-85, allowing for steady progress. The route transitions from interstate speeds to local roads like Pearman Dairy Road and Woods Chapel Road as you approach your destination. This blend means you'll encounter periods of fast-paced driving followed by more local traffic conditions, so be prepared to adjust your speed and awareness as you get closer to Anderson County Airport.
76% 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: 38.6 mi on I 85.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 85 and Pearman Dairy Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 3.8 miles in near Woods Chapel Road.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 12m drive. You will face about 15 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.8 miles (Woods Chapel Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 5.6 miles (I 85): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 44.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
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 Lyman, SC to Anderson County Airport, SC, road signs begin pointing toward Anderson along the way.
Anderson
44.1 mi in
|
~58m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 12m. Total distance: 52.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 38.6 miles on I 85. 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 3.8 miles (Woods Chapel Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 5.6 miles (I 85): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 44.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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