Origin
Simpsonville, SC
Afternoon in Simpsonville on Sunday
Local time
4:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Simpsonville, SC to Greenwood, 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 9m
Distance
46.6 mi
75 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
1h 4m
★
6 AM
1h 9m
8 AM
1h 20m
10 AM
1h 13m
12 PM
1h 12m
3 PM
1h 14m
5 PM
1h 20m
8 PM
1h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Simpsonville, SC
Connor Scott McManus
Greenwood, SC
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a straightforward trip through the Southeast, this 46.6-mile connection from Simpsonville to Greenwood is a convenient option. You can expect to spend about 1 hour and 9 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. Budgeting approximately $7 for fuel will cover your transit across these South Carolina locales. Because the route is relatively short and efficient, it offers plenty of flexibility for your schedule. Whether you are traveling for business or a quick change of pace, this journey is manageable and budget-friendly.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Greenwood Highway | 9.8 mi | 14m |
| SC 14 | 9.7 mi | 14m |
| US 221 | 8.3 mi | 10m |
| Golden Strip Freeway | 7.8 mi | 8m |
| Stagecoach Road | 3 mi | 5m |
| Greenwood Road | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Whelon Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Southeast Main Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Greenwood Highway
— 9.8 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Simpsonville, SC and Greenwood, 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
374 ft
·
13 sec
·
East Curtis Street
5
Turn left onto SC 14
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeast Main Street
6
Turn right onto Fairview Road
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Fairview Road
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
8
Merge onto I 385
7.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Golden Strip Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit onto SC 14
9.7 mi
·
14 min
·
SC 14
Toward SC 14 East: Owings
10
Turn right onto Welcome Church Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Welcome Church Road
11
Turn right onto Whelon Road
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Whelon Road
12
Continue on Stagecoach Road
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Stagecoach Road
13
At end of road, turn right onto US 221
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Greenwood Road
14
Continue on US 221
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Greenwood Highway
15
Keep slight right at fork onto US 221
9.6 mi
·
14 min
·
Greenwood Highway
16
Turn right onto US 221; SC 72
8.3 mi
·
10 min
·
US 221; SC 72
17
Continue on SC 72 Business
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Reynolds Avenue
18
Turn left onto SC 72 Business
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Grace Street
19
At end of road, turn right onto SC 72 Business
72 ft
·
1 sec
·
West Cambridge Avenue
20
Arrive at destination
SC 72 Business
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 23.3 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 155 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 46.6 — 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
Turn right
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Hedge Street
Turn left onto Hedge Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
SC 417 / East Curtis Street
Turn left onto SC 417 / East Curtis Street
Navigation decision point
5
1.7 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
I 385 / Golden Strip Freeway
Merge onto I 385 / Golden Strip Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
46.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
|
SC 72 Business / West Cambridge Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto SC 72 Business / West Cambridge Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.29 one way
$14.57 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $7.97 | $15.94 |
| premium | $4.70 | $8.62 | $17.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.29 | $20.58 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14 | 0 | $4.89 | $2.24 |
| Efficient EV | 11.7 | 0 | $4.08 | $1.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.52 | $2.98 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Greenwood, SC
Afternoon in Greenwood on Sunday
Local time
4:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
86°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
27 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 9m 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 driving experience that transitions between different road types as you navigate toward Greenwood. You will spend roughly 55% of your time on highways, balancing faster stretches with more local travel. The longest uninterrupted portion occurs on Greenwood Highway, covering 9.8 miles of the journey. By combining SC 14 and US 221, the route shifts its personality from suburban transitions to more consistent highway speeds. It is a practical drive that keeps you moving steadily without the monotony of a long-haul interstate trek.
55% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 9.8 mi on Greenwood Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 46.6 miles you will encounter 15 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: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Hedge Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (SC 417 / East Curtis Street): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
903 ft
471 ft
Total Climb
324 ft
Total Descent
531 ft
Highest Point
903 ft
~1.9 mi in
Elevation Range
432 ft
About the Cities
Starting in Simpsonville, SC
Full guide →Simpsonville is a suburban city in the Upcountry of South Carolina southeast of the major city of Greenville. Simpsonville has experienced steady growth since 2008, and as a result, many restaurants and stores have been introduced to the area. Simpsonville has around 20,000 residents.
Arriving in Greenwood, SC
Full guide →Greenwood is the county seat of Greenwood County in Old 96 District.
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 9m. Total distance: 46.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (55%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 9.8 miles on Greenwood Highway. 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: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Hedge Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (SC 417 / East Curtis Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Greenwood, 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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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