Origin
Simpsonville, SC
Morning in Simpsonville on Sunday
Local time
8:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Simpsonville, 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
58m
Distance
43.4 mi
70 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 53m
★
6 AM
0h 58m
8 AM
1h 8m
10 AM
1h 1m
12 PM
1h 1m
3 PM
1h 2m
5 PM
1h 7m
8 PM
0h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Simpsonville, SC
Connor Scott McManus
Anderson County Airport, SC
Jimmy Liao
Trip Overview
This 43.4-mile drive from Simpsonville, SC to Anderson County Airport, SC is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 58 minutes. It's a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion, so no overnight stays are necessary. You'll primarily be on major roadways like I-85 and the Southern Connector, with a portion on Pearman Dairy Road. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $7, making it an economical option. Given that both your origin and destination are within the Southeast region, you'll experience a consistent feel throughout the drive.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 85 | 19.3 mi | 22m |
| Southern Connector | 11.2 mi | 12m |
| Pearman Dairy Road | 3.8 mi | 4m |
| Liberty Highway | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Highway 153 | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Michelin Boulevard | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West Georgia Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Highway 24 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 85
— 19.3 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Simpsonville, SC and Anderson County Airport, SC.
1
Start on this road
107 ft
·
9 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right
175 ft
·
17 sec
3
Turn left onto Hedge Street
146 ft
·
11 sec
·
Hedge Street
4
Turn left onto SC 417
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
East Curtis Street
5
Turn right onto North Maple Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
North Maple Street
6
Turn straight onto West Georgia Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Georgia Road
7
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 385 North: Greenville
8
Merge onto I 385
0.5 mi
·
36 sec
·
Golden Strip Freeway
9
Keep slight right at fork onto US 276
0.5 mi
·
33 sec
·
US 276
Toward I 185, US 276: Atlanta, Mauldin, Anderson
10
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 185: Atlanta, Anderson
11
Merge onto I 185
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Southern Connector
12
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Toward Easley, Clemson
Use the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork
510 ft
·
12 sec
Toward Easley, Clemson
14
Merge onto SC 153
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Highway 153
Use the left lane.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 85 South, US 29: Atlanta
Use the left lane.
16
Merge onto I 85; US 29
19 mi
·
22 min
·
I 85; US 29
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 21
Toward US 178: Liberty, Anderson
Use the right lane.
18
Turn right onto US 178
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Liberty Highway
19
Turn right onto Highway 28 Bypass
173 ft
·
2 sec
·
Highway 28 Bypass
20
Continue on 28 BYP
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Pearman Dairy Road
21
Turn right onto Standridge Road
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Standridge Road
22
Turn left onto 383
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Michelin Boulevard
23
Turn right onto SC 24
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
West Whitner Street
24
Continue on SC 24
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Highway 24
25
Turn left onto Airport Road
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Airport Road
26
Continue on South Warner Road
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
·
South Warner Road
27
Turn sharp left onto Airport Road
55 ft
·
7 sec
·
Airport Road
28
Turn right
293 ft
·
21 sec
29
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.7 miles from Simpsonville, 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 225 decision points cluster between mile 2.1 and 35.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
2.1 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
US 276
Keep slight right at fork onto US 276 toward I 185, US 276: Atlanta, Mauldin, Anderson
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 185, US 276: Atlanta, Mauldin, Anderso...
7
14.4 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Take the exit toward Easley, Clemson
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Easley, Clemson
7
14.5 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Easley, Clemson
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Easley, Clemson
9
15.8 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Take the exit toward I 85 South, US 29: Atlanta
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 85 South, US 29: Atlanta
8
35.4 mi into trip
|
~44m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.79 one way
$13.57 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $7.42 | $14.84 |
| premium | $4.70 | $8.03 | $16.06 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.58 | $19.16 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.2 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 | 13 | 0 | $4.56 | $2.08 |
| Efficient EV | 10.9 | 0 | $3.80 | $1.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.4 | 0 | $6.08 | $2.78 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Morning in Anderson County Airport on Sunday
Local time
8:10 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
9 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
58m 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?
This route offers a mixed driving experience, with 51% of it being on highways. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 19.3 miles on I-85, which provides a period of steady, faster travel. As you transition to the Southern Connector and then Pearman Dairy Road, expect the character of the drive to shift, likely becoming more varied with potential for local traffic. The overall profile suggests a drive that balances efficient highway cruising with more typical road conditions.
51% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 19.3 mi on I 85.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.1 miles in near US 276.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 22 decision points packed into just 43.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 58m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.1 miles (US 276): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
Between Simpsonville, SC and Anderson County Airport, SC, road signs point toward Anderson, Easley and Clemson.
Anderson
2.6 mi in
|
~4m
Easley
14.4 mi in
|
~18m
Clemson
14.4 mi in
|
~18m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 58m. Total distance: 43.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
58m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 19.3 miles on I 85. 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 Anderson County Airport, 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: at 2.1 miles (US 276): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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