Traveling from Tega Cay to Conway covers 168.2 miles across the Southeast, making this a very manageable trip to complete in a single day. You should budget approximately 3 hours and 39 minutes for the drive, assuming standard traffic conditions. With a total fuel cost estimated at $27, this route is quite budget-friendly for a quick getaway. Because the duration is well under four hours, you can easily handle the journey in one sitting without needing an overnight stay. It is a straightforward trip that links two distinct areas of South Carolina, offering a practical way to reach your destination efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
84.1 miles from Tega Cay, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 47m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 501 Business
28.9 mi
35m
East Palmetto Street
18.9 mi
24m
State Hwy 151 Bypass
18.2 mi
20m
West Bobo Newsome Highway
15.1 mi
21m
Pageland Highway
14.7 mi
16m
State Highway 151
12.3 mi
15m
Governor James G Martin Freeway
12 mi
12m
West Roosevelt Boulevard
6.9 mi
8m
Longest stretch:
US 501 Business
— 28.9 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tega Cay, SC and Conway, SC.
1
Start on Point Clear Drive
0.5 mi·1 min·Point Clear Drive
2
Enter roundabout onto Windward Drive
191 ft·7 sec·Windward Drive
3
Continue on Windward Drive
0.3 mi·55 sec·Windward Drive
4
Turn right onto Tega Cay Drive
1.8 mi·3 min·Tega Cay Drive
5
Continue on Gold Hill Road
3.4 mi·5 min·Gold Hill Road
Use the left lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·40 sec
Toward I 77 North: Charlotte
7
Merge onto I 77
1.8 mi·2 min·I 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi·27 sec
Exit 90Toward US 21 South: Carowinds BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork
444 ft·12 sec
Toward Pineville, Stateview BoulevardUse the straight / left / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on Springhill Farm Road
0.6 mi·1 min·Springhill Farm Road
11
Continue on Flint Hill Road
411 ft·20 sec·Flint Hill Road
12
Turn sharp left onto SC 51
0.3 mi·23 sec·Highway 51
Use the left lane.
13
Continue on NC 51
1.1 mi·1 min·Rock Hill-Pineville Road
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on NC 51
0.8 mi·1 min·Main Street
15
Continue on NC 51
0.6 mi·56 sec·Pineville-Matthews Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
16
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·53 sec
Toward I 485 South Outer
17
Merge onto I 485
12 mi·12 min·Governor James G Martin Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi·27 sec
Exit 51B-AToward US 74: Charlotte, MonroeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 51BToward US 74 East: Monroe
20
Merge onto US 74
0.8 mi·1 min·East Independence Boulevard
21
Keep slight right at fork onto US 74
5.6 mi·7 min·Independence Boulevard
Toward US 74 East: Indian Trail, MonroeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Continue on US 74
6.9 mi·8 min·West Roosevelt Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
23
Turn right onto US 601
15 mi·16 min·Pageland Highway
24
Continue on SC 151
1.2 mi·1 min·Van Lingle Mungo Boulevard
25
Continue on SC 151
7.1 mi·8 min·State Highway 151
26
Continue on SC 151 Bypass
18 mi·20 min·State Hwy 151 Bypass
27
Continue on SC 151
5.2 mi·6 min·State Highway 151
28
Continue on SC 151
15 mi·21 min·West Bobo Newsome Highway
29
Continue on SC 34; SC 151
4.7 mi·5 min·Harry Byrd Highway
30
Take the exit
0.2 mi·34 sec
31
Merge onto US 52; US 401
5.5 mi·6 min·South Governor Williams Highway
32
Continue on US 52
4.6 mi·7 min·West Lucas Street
33
Continue on South Church Street
0.1 mi·20 sec·South Church Street
34
Turn left onto East Cheves Street
0.9 mi·1 min·East Cheves Street
35
At end of road, turn left onto US 76
19 mi·24 min·East Palmetto Street
36
Continue on SC 576
3.1 mi·3 min·SC 576
37
Continue on US 501 Business; SC 41 Alternate
29 mi·35 min·US 501 Business; SC 41 Alternate
Use the left lane.
38
Continue on US 501; US 701
356 ft·19 sec·Church Street
39
Turn sharp right onto Pine Street
0.5 mi·1 min·Pine Street
40
At end of road, turn left onto S-26-29
314 ft·13 sec·9th Avenue
41
Turn right onto Elm Street
0.5 mi·1 min·Elm Street
42
Turn left onto SC 905
461 ft·15 sec·4th Avenue
43
Arrive at destination
SC 905
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time to avoid heavy traffic. Planning for at least one stop along the way will help you break up the 3 hours and 39 minutes of time spent behind the wheel. Keep in mind that the route relies on a mix of highways and local roads, so staying alert for changing speed limits is essential. Because your fuel costs are estimated at $27, it is easy to factor this into your overall travel budget. A helpful tip is to map out your 28.9-mile stretch on US 501 Business beforehand, as this will be your longest period of continuous driving.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 84.1 miles from Tega Cay, SC, or about 1h 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 28.9 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 37 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 84.1 miles or 1h 47m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Conway, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Tega Cay, SC so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Tega Cay, SC
This is one driving day of about 168.2 miles and 3h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 miles from Tega Cay, SC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 501 Business for about 28.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 22
5 decision points cluster between mile 8.1 and 25.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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8.1 mi into trip|~15m in
Take the exit toward US 21 South: Carowinds Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 90
Toward US 21 South: Carowinds Boulevard
9
8.3 mi into trip|~15m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Pineville, Stateview Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / left / slight right lanes.
Toward Pineville, Stateview Boulevard
8
9.1 mi into trip|~18m in|SC 51 / Highway 51
Turn sharp left onto SC 51 / Highway 51
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
24.2 mi into trip|~36m in
Take the exit toward US 74: Charlotte, Monroe
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 51B-A
Toward US 74: Charlotte, Monroe
8
25.9 mi into trip|~39m in|US 74 / Independence Boulevard
Keep slight right at fork onto US 74 / Independence Boulevard toward US 74 East: Indian Trail, Monroe
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 74 East: Indian Trail, Monroe
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$26.30 one way
$52.61 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg59 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$28.76
$57.52
premium
$4.70
$31.13
$62.26
diesel
$5.61
$37.14
$74.27
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 58.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
50.5
0
$17.66
$8.07
Efficient EV
42.1
0
$14.72
$6.73
EV Truck/SUV
67.3
0
$23.55
$10.76
Gas CO2
59 kg
EV CO2
20 kg (66% 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 18, 2026
Origin
Tega Cay, SC
Late night
in Tega Cay on Sunday
Local time
3:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Conway, SC
Late night
in Conway on Sunday
Local time
3:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°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
12 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
3h 39m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip features a mixed driving profile, requiring you to navigate various road types as you transition between regions. About 46 percent of your journey is spent on highways, providing a balance between steady speeds and more localized travel. You will encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 28.9 miles while traveling on US 501 Business, which serves as a key segment of the trip. Other portions of the route will take you along East Palmetto Street and the State Hwy 151 Bypass. Expect the road's personality to shift as you cycle through these different road classifications throughout your 168.2-mile journey.
46% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
43 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 28.9 mi on US 501 Business.
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 8.1 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 168.2 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 8.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.1 miles (SC 51 / Highway 51): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. 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.
On the drive from Tega Cay, SC to Conway, SC, road signs begin pointing toward Monroe along the way.
Monroe
24.2 mi in|~36m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 39m. Total distance: 168.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 28.9 miles on US 501 Business. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 Conway, SC before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 8.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.1 miles (SC 51 / Highway 51): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 3.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Conway, SC, but most travelers stay overnight.
