North Hartsville, SC to Anderson County Airport, SC is 190.2 miles and takes about 3h 59m via I 26 and I 20, with a fuel budget near $30 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within South Carolina, taking you through the Southeast region on a primarily highway-focused journey. You'll experience a consistent pace for most of the trip, making it a straightforward option if you're looking for efficiency. Plan for a single day of travel, as the route is designed to be completed within a reasonable timeframe.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
95.1 miles from North Hartsville, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 59m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 26
54.8 mi
1h
I 20
50 mi
56m
I 385
22.9 mi
24m
Highway 418
9.9 mi
14m
North 5th Street
7 mi
13m
Hartsville Highway
6.4 mi
9m
Cooley Bridge Road
5.6 mi
8m
Belton Highway
4.7 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
I 26
— 54.8 mi, about 1h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Hartsville, SC and Anderson County Airport, SC.
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Start on US 15 Business
7.0 mi·13 min·North 5th Street
2
Continue on US 15
0.2 mi·20 sec·Oates Highway
3
Turn right onto US 15; SC 34
3.6 mi·5 min·West Lydia Highway
4
Continue on US 15; SC 34
6.4 mi·9 min·Hartsville Highway
5
Continue on US 15; SC 34; SC 341
2.1 mi·3 min·North Main Street
6
Continue on US 15
1.6 mi·2 min·Sumter Highway
7
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
8
Merge onto I 20
50 mi·56 min·I 20
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
1.7 mi·3 min
Exit 64BToward I 26 West
10
Merge onto I 26; US 76
55 mi·1 hr·I 26; US 76
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 385
23 mi·24 min·I 385
Exit 51Toward I 385 North: Laurens, GreenvilleUse the slight left / straight lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi·37 sec
Toward SC 418: Fountain Inn, Pelzer
13
Turn left onto SC 418
0.4 mi·42 sec·McCarter Road
14
Continue on SC 418
1.3 mi·2 min·Milacron Drive
15
Continue on SC 418
9.9 mi·14 min·Highway 418
16
Turn left onto US 25
0.1 mi·11 sec·Augusta Road
17
Turn right onto SC 247
5.6 mi·8 min·Cooley Bridge Road
18
Continue on SC 247
3.6 mi·4 min·Highway 247
19
Continue on SC 247
1.3 mi·2 min·River Street
20
Turn left onto SC 20
374 ft·12 sec·North Main Street
21
Turn right onto US 76; US 178; SC 20
2.3 mi·3 min·Anderson Street
22
Continue on US 76; US 178
4.7 mi·6 min·Belton Highway
23
Continue on US 76; US 178
2.6 mi·3 min·East River Street
24
Turn left onto US 29
2.0 mi·2 min·East Shockley Ferry Road
25
At end of road, turn left onto US 29
468 ft·10 sec·South Murray Avenue
26
Turn right onto SC 28
0.5 mi·34 sec·Pearman Dairy Road
27
Continue on SC 28
2.2 mi·2 min·Highway 28 Bypass
28
Turn left onto SC 24
1.0 mi·1 min·West Whitner Street
29
Continue on SC 24
0.7 mi·1 min·Highway 24
30
Turn left onto Airport Road
0.4 mi·59 sec·Airport Road
31
Continue on South Warner Road
0.4 mi·58 sec·South Warner Road
32
Turn sharp left onto Airport Road
55 ft·7 sec·Airport Road
33
Turn right
293 ft·21 sec
34
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 3h 59m duration, departing in the morning from North Hartsville will give you ample time to reach Anderson County Airport comfortably. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost around $30, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. The longest stretch is 54.8 miles on I 26, so ensure your fuel tank is sufficiently full before embarking on that segment. Since the drive is under four hours, you have flexibility in your departure time, but aim to leave before midday to avoid potential afternoon traffic.
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 95.1 miles from North Hartsville, SC, or about 1h 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 54.8 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 42 miles or 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 95.1 miles or 1h 59m 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 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Anderson County Airport, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving North Hartsville, 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 North Hartsville, SC
This is one driving day of about 190.2 miles and 3h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 miles from North Hartsville, 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 54.8 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 21.4 and 150.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
21.4 mi into trip|~35m in|I 20
Merge onto I 20
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
71.4 mi into trip|~1h 31m in
Take the exit toward I 26 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 64B
Toward I 26 West
5
73.1 mi into trip|~1h 35m in|I 26; US 76
Merge onto I 26; US 76
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
128 mi into trip|~2h 35m 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
5
150.8 mi into trip|~2h 59m in
Take the exit toward SC 418: Fountain Inn, Pelzer
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward SC 418: Fountain Inn, Pelzer
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.74 one way
$59.49 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg67 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$32.52
$65.04
premium
$4.70
$35.20
$70.40
diesel
$5.61
$41.99
$83.99
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 66.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
57.1
0
$19.97
$9.13
Efficient EV
47.6
0
$16.64
$7.61
EV Truck/SUV
76.1
0
$26.63
$12.17
Gas CO2
67 kg
EV CO2
22 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
North Hartsville, SC
Late night
in North Hartsville on Sunday
Local time
12:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Anderson County Airport, SC
Late night
in Anderson County Airport on Sunday
Local time
12:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
75°F
Rock Hill, SC
95 mi in
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
10 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
3h 59m 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.
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...
22 mi from route
~54 min detour
Free
near mile 63
Caution: Backcountry Trail Conditions
Park Closure: Boardwalk Partially Closed for Construction
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 76% of the route utilizing major interstates like I 26, I 20, and I 385. You'll encounter the longest uninterrupted stretch of 54.8 miles on I 26, so be prepared for sustained highway speeds. The character of the drive remains largely consistent, offering a predictable and efficient travel experience. Expect a steady pace as you navigate these main arteries, with minimal deviations from high-speed travel.
76% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
34 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 54.8 mi on I 26.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 26 and I 20. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 21.4 miles in near I 20.
Driving Effort5/10
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 190.2 miles you will encounter 16 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 21.4 miles (I 20): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 71.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 73.1 miles (I 26; US 76): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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.
Between North Hartsville, SC and Anderson County Airport, SC, road signs point toward Greenville and Pelzer.
Greenville
128 mi in|~2h 35m|via I 385
Pelzer
150.8 mi in|~2h 59m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 59m. Total distance: 190.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 54.8 miles on I 26. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 21.4 miles (I 20): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 71.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 73.1 miles (I 26; US 76): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Congaree National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Anderson County Airport, SC, but most travelers stay overnight.
