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Trip from Rock Hill, SC to Belvedere, SC

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 49m

Distance

84.9 mi

137 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$13

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 24 min
4 AM
1h 42m ★
6 AM
1h 50m
8 AM
2h 6m
10 AM
1h 56m
12 PM
1h 54m
3 PM
1h 56m
5 PM
2h 5m
8 PM
1h 45m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

city in York County, South Carolina, United States

Rock Hill, SC

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Downtown Belvedere, SC, SC

Belvedere, SC

Daniel Sell

Trip Overview

Rock Hill, SC to Belvedere, SC is 84.9 miles and takes about 1h 49m via I 20 and State Highway 215S, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Southeast region, specifically South Carolina, making it a straightforward local journey. It's a highway-focused trip that prioritizes getting you to your destination efficiently. With a short duration and modest fuel cost, this route is ideal for a quick, no-fuss transit between these two points.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

42.5 miles from Rock Hill, SC

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 59m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 20 62.4 mi 1h 9m
Monticello Road 12.6 mi 22m
State Highway 215S 6.4 mi 11m
Edgefield Road 2.6 mi 4m
Carmel Street <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 20 — 62.4 mi, about 1h 9m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Rock Hill, SC and Belvedere, SC.

1

Start on SC 215

6.4 mi · 11 min · State Highway 215S
2

Continue on SC 215

13 mi · 22 min · Monticello Road
3

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 31 sec
4

Merge onto I 20

62 mi · 1 hr 9 min · I 20
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min
Exit 5 Toward US 25, SC 121: Edgefield, North Augusta Use the slight right lane.
6

Turn left onto US 25; SC 121

2.6 mi · 4 min · Edgefield Road
7

Turn left onto Carmel Street

117 ft · 7 sec · Carmel Street
8

Turn right

78 ft · 10 sec
9

Turn left

37 ft · 2 sec
10

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Given the short 1h 49m duration, you have plenty of flexibility with departure times. Leaving in the morning or early afternoon should allow you to complete the 84.9-mile journey well before evening. There are no specific stops noted, so plan your own breaks as needed, perhaps around the halfway mark or when you transition off I 20. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is $13, and it’s always wise to fill up before embarking on longer highway stretches like the 62.4-mile segment on I 20.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 42.5 miles from Rock Hill, SC, or about 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 62.4 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 19 miles or 33m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 42.5 miles or 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 1h 33m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Belvedere, SC than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Rock Hill, SC so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Rock Hill, SC

This is one driving day of about 84.9 miles and 1h 49m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Rock Hill, SC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 20 for about 62.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Batesburg-Leesville, SC, SC

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Batesburg-Leesville, SC

42 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

Saint Andrews, SC

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Lexington, SC

Meal break

The midpoint is around 42.5 miles from Rock Hill, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 20 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 62.4 miles.

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 5

5 decision points cluster between mile 19.2 and 84.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
19.2 mi into trip | ~33m in | I 20

Merge onto I 20

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
81.6 mi into trip | ~1h 43m in

Take the exit toward US 25, SC 121: Edgefield, North Augusta

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 5 Toward US 25, SC 121: Edgefield, North Augusta
3
84.9 mi into trip | ~1h 49m in | Carmel Street

Turn left onto Carmel Street

Navigation decision point

4
84.9 mi into trip | ~1h 49m in

Turn right

Navigation decision point

4
84.9 mi into trip | ~1h 49m in

Turn left

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$13.28 one way

$26.55 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 30 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $14.52 $29.03
premium $4.70 $15.71 $31.43
diesel $5.61 $18.74 $37.49

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$13

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$38–$63

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 29.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 25.5 0 $8.91 $4.08
Efficient EV 21.2 0 $7.43 $3.40
EV Truck/SUV 34 0 $11.89 $5.43

Gas CO2

30 kg

EV CO2

10 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 20, 2026

Origin

Rock Hill, SC

Late night in Rock Hill on Tuesday

Local time

5:13 AM

EDT

Current temp

84°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Belvedere, SC

Late night in Belvedere on Tuesday

Local time

5:13 AM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live 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

23 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

1h 49m 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 an 81% highway-focused drive on this route, meaning you'll spend most of your time on faster roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 62.4 miles on I 20, so be prepared for a significant period of consistent highway travel. While the primary roads are I 20, Monticello Road, and State Highway 215S, the overall feel is geared towards smooth, direct transit. This isn't a winding scenic byway; it's a practical route designed for reaching your destination with minimal fuss.

81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 62.4 mi on I 20.

How Hard Is This Drive?

1/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 20 and Monticello Road. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 19.2 miles in near I 20.

Driving Effort 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Rock Hill, SC to Belvedere, SC is easy. At 1h 49m with 81% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 19.2 miles (I 20): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 81.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 84.9 miles (Carmel Street): Navigation decision point.

About the Cities

Starting 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 1h 49m. Total distance: 84.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (81%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 62.4 miles on I 20. 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 19.2 miles (I 20): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 81.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 84.9 miles (Carmel Street): Navigation decision point.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Belvedere, 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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