Origin
Pineridge, SC
Late night in Pineridge on Tuesday
Local time
4:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pineridge, SC to Rock Hill, SC
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
54m
Distance
34 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 50m
★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 57m
3 PM
0h 58m
5 PM
1h 3m
8 PM
0h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pineridge, SC
Ken Jacobsen
Rock Hill, SC
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Trip Overview
This 34-mile trip from Pineridge to Rock Hill, South Carolina, is a manageable drive that can easily be completed in about 54 minutes. It's perfect as a single-day excursion, requiring no overnight stays. The route incorporates a mix of Monticello Road, I-26, and State Highway 215S, offering a varied driving experience. With an estimated fuel cost of just $5, this is a very budget-friendly journey. You'll be traveling within the Southeast region of the US for the entire duration of this quick trip between two South Carolina towns.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Monticello Road | 12.8 mi | 22m |
| I 26 | 7.2 mi | 7m |
| State Highway 215S | 6.4 mi | 11m |
| I 20 | 3.7 mi | 4m |
| Fish Hatchery Road | 2.2 mi | 5m |
| Charleston Highway | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Pine Ridge Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Monticello Road
— 12.8 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pineridge, SC and Rock Hill, SC.
1
Start on Pine Ridge Drive
10 ft
·
8 sec
·
Pine Ridge Drive
2
Turn sharp right onto Fish Hatchery Road
2.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Fish Hatchery Road
3
Turn left onto US 21; US 176; US 321
0.6 mi
·
49 sec
·
Charleston Highway
4
Continue on US 21; US 176; US 321
349 ft
·
11 sec
·
Charleston Highway
5
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
Toward I 26 West: Spartanburg
6
Merge onto I 26
7.2 mi
·
7 min
·
I 26
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 107B
Toward I 20 East: Florence
Use the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto I 20
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
I 20
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 68
Toward SC 215: Monticello Road, Jenkinsville
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn left onto SC 215
11 mi
·
18 min
·
Monticello Road
11
Keep slight left at fork onto SC 215
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Monticello Road
12
Continue on SC 215
6.4 mi
·
11 min
·
State Highway 215S
13
Arrive at destination
SC 215
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 miles from Pineridge, 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 25.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Fish Hatchery Road
Turn sharp right onto Fish Hatchery Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
4
2.2 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
US 21; US 176; US 321 / Charleston Highway
Turn left onto US 21; US 176; US 321 / Charleston Highway
Navigation decision point
7
10.5 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Take the exit toward I 20 East: Florence
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 107B
Toward I 20 East: Florence
8
14.6 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Take the exit toward SC 215: Monticello Road, Jenkinsville
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 68
Toward SC 215: Monticello Road, Jenkinsville
4
25.5 mi into trip
|
~39m in
|
SC 215 / Monticello Road
Keep slight left at fork onto SC 215 / Monticello Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.32 one way
$10.63 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $5.81 | $11.63 |
| premium | $4.70 | $6.29 | $12.59 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.51 | $15.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.9 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 | 10.2 | 0 | $3.57 | $1.63 |
| Efficient EV | 8.5 | 0 | $2.97 | $1.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.76 | $2.18 |
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
Rock Hill, SC
Late night in Rock Hill on Tuesday
Local time
4:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
81°F
Saint Andrews, 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
29 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
54m 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 mixed drive on this 34-mile route, with 51% of it being highway driving. While much of the journey is on Interstate 26, you'll also navigate local roads like Monticello Road and State Highway 215S. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 12.8 miles on Monticello Road, offering a chance to settle in before transitioning back to highway speeds. This blend means you won't be stuck in a monotonous interstate grind for the entire trip.
51% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 12.8 mi on Monticello Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Fish Hatchery Road.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 miles you will encounter 8 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: near the start (Fish Hatchery Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 2.2 miles (US 21; US 176; US 321 / Charleston Highway): Navigation decision point; at 10.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
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 Pineridge, SC to Rock Hill, SC, road signs begin pointing toward Jenkinsville along the way.
Jenkinsville
14.6 mi in
|
~20m
About the Cities
Arriving in Rock Hill, SC
Full guide →Founded 1852
Rock Hill is a small city in the Olde English District of South Carolina approximately 25 miles (40 km) south of Charlotte and 70 miles (110 km) north of Columbia. Rock Hill is essentially a commuter town and not on many tourists' radar, but does offer numerous outdoor activities and dining options.
Top landmarks
- • Rock Hill Downtown Historic District — historic church in South Carolina, United States
- • U.S. Post Office and Courthouse (Rock Hill) — historic building in Rock Hill, South Carolina, United States
- • Withers Building — historic building on Winthrop University campus, Rock Hill, South Carolina, U.S....
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 54m. Total distance: 34 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (51%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 12.8 miles on Monticello Road. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Rock Hill, SC before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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: near the start (Fish Hatchery Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 2.2 miles (US 21; US 176; US 321 / Charleston Highway): Navigation decision point; at 10.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Congaree National Park. 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 Rock Hill, 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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