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Trip from Stateburg, SC to Rock Hill, 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 24m

Distance

56.4 mi

91 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$9

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 19 min
4 AM
1h 18m ★
6 AM
1h 24m
8 AM
1h 37m
10 AM
1h 29m
12 PM
1h 27m
3 PM
1h 29m
5 PM
1h 36m
8 PM
1h 20m

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

Downtown Stateburg, SC, SC

Stateburg, SC

Ken Jacobsen

city in York County, South Carolina, United States

Rock Hill, SC

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Trip Overview

This 56.4-mile drive from Stateburg, SC, to Rock Hill, SC, can be completed in about 1 hour and 24 minutes. It's a straightforward, single-day trip, so you won't need to worry about overnight stays. The estimated fuel cost is around $9, making it an economical option for a quick excursion. This route stays within the Southeast region, offering a consistent regional experience. The highway-focused profile suggests a drive that prioritizes efficient travel over extensive sightseeing, so plan accordingly if you're looking for a leisurely journey.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 76 27.9 mi 33m
Monticello Road 14.5 mi 26m
State Highway 215S 6.4 mi 11m
Beltline Boulevard 3.2 mi 5m
West Belt Line Boulevard 1.2 mi 1m
North Kings Highway 1 mi 1m
Marshall Street 0.6 mi <1m
North Main Street 0.6 mi 1m
Longest stretch: US 76 — 27.9 mi, about 33m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on SC 261

1.0 mi · 1 min · North Kings Highway
2

Turn sharp right onto US 76; US 378

28 mi · 33 min · US 76; US 378
Use the straight lane.
3

Continue on Crosshill Road

0.5 mi · 49 sec · Crosshill Road
4

Turn straight onto SC 16

3.2 mi · 5 min · Beltline Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
5

Continue on West Belt Line Boulevard

1.2 mi · 1 min · West Belt Line Boulevard
6

Continue on SC 16

0.6 mi · 58 sec · Marshall Street
7

Continue on SC 16

0.5 mi · 1 min · Sunset Drive
8

Turn right onto US 21; US 321

0.6 mi · 1 min · North Main Street
9

Turn left onto SC 215

12 mi · 22 min · Monticello Road
10

Keep slight left at fork onto SC 215

2.1 mi · 3 min · Monticello Road
11

Continue on SC 215

6.4 mi · 11 min · State Highway 215S
12

Arrive at destination

SC 215

Where to Stop

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Columbia, SC

28 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

Dentsville, SC

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Columbia, SC

Meal break

The midpoint is around 28.2 miles from Stateburg, 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 5

5 decision points cluster between mile 1 and 47.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
1 mi into trip | ~1m in | US 76; US 378

Turn sharp right onto US 76; US 378

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
3
29.3 mi into trip | ~35m in | SC 16 / Beltline Boulevard

Turn straight onto SC 16 / Beltline Boulevard

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.
4
34.9 mi into trip | ~45m in | US 21; US 321 / North Main Street

Turn right onto US 21; US 321 / North Main Street

Navigation decision point

3
35.5 mi into trip | ~46m in | SC 215 / Monticello Road

Turn left onto SC 215 / Monticello Road

Navigation decision point

4
47.8 mi into trip | ~1h 9m in | SC 215 / Monticello Road

Keep slight left at fork onto SC 215 / Monticello Road

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$8.82 one way

$17.64 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 20 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $9.64 $19.29
premium $4.70 $10.44 $20.88
diesel $5.61 $12.45 $24.90

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$9

Estimated CO2 emission: 19.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 16.9 0 $5.92 $2.71
Efficient EV 14.1 0 $4.94 $2.26
EV Truck/SUV 22.6 0 $7.90 $3.61

Gas CO2

20 kg

EV CO2

7 kg (65% 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 14, 2026

Origin

Stateburg, SC

Late night in Stateburg on Sunday

Local time

3:58 AM

EDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Rock Hill, SC

Late night in Rock Hill on Sunday

Local time

3:58 AM

EDT

Current temp

86°F

Sunny

SW 6 mph 0% chance 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

37 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 24m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-focused drive for this trip, with 61% of the journey utilizing major roadways. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 27.9 miles primarily on US 76, which should allow for a steady pace. The route incorporates US 76, Monticello Road, and State Highway 215S, suggesting a mix of highway and potentially some more direct, less-trafficked state roads. This combination generally translates to a drive that's efficient but not entirely devoid of varied road conditions.

61% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 27.9 mi on US 76.

How Hard Is This Drive?

2/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 76 and Monticello Road. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near US 76; US 378.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Stateburg, SC to Rock Hill, SC is easy. At 1h 24m with 61% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (US 76; US 378): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 29.3 miles (SC 16 / Beltline Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 34.9 miles (US 21; US 321 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point.

About the Cities

Arriving in Rock Hill, SC

Full guide →

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.

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 24m. Total distance: 56.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (61%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 27.9 miles on US 76. 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 1 miles (US 76; US 378): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 29.3 miles (SC 16 / Beltline Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 34.9 miles (US 21; US 321 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point.

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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