Origin
Tigerville, SC
Morning in Tigerville on Sunday
Local time
11:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tigerville, 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
1h 17m
Distance
53 mi
85 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 11m
★
6 AM
1h 18m
8 AM
1h 30m
10 AM
1h 22m
12 PM
1h 21m
3 PM
1h 22m
5 PM
1h 29m
8 PM
1h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Tigerville, SC
Jean depocas
Anderson County Airport, SC
Jimmy Liao
Trip Overview
Tigerville, SC to Anderson County Airport, SC is 53 miles and takes about 1 hour 17 minutes via US 29, US 25, and North Highway 25, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Southeast region, specifically South Carolina. It's a straightforward, highway-focused drive, making it ideal for a quick transit between these points. Given its relatively short duration and low fuel cost, this route offers a practical and efficient way to get where you need to go without a significant time commitment.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 29 | 21.5 mi | 26m |
| US 25 | 11.5 mi | 20m |
| North Highway 25 | 7.1 mi | 10m |
| Highway 414 | 4 mi | 5m |
| Pearman Dairy Road | 3.8 mi | 4m |
| Liberty Highway | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Michelin Boulevard | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| I 185 | 0.7 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 29
— 21.5 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tigerville, SC and Anderson County Airport, SC.
1
Start on North Tigerville Road
184 ft
·
8 sec
·
North Tigerville Road
2
Turn right onto SC 414
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Highway 414
3
Turn left onto US 25; SC 414
7.1 mi
·
10 min
·
North Highway 25
Use the straight lane.
4
Keep slight right at fork onto US 25
11 mi
·
20 min
·
US 25
5
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Toward US 29 South, I 185 South: Atlanta
6
Merge onto I 185; US 29
0.7 mi
·
58 sec
·
I 185; US 29
7
Take the exit onto US 29
21 mi
·
26 min
·
US 29
Exit 14B
Toward I 85 South, US 29 South: Atlanta
Use the slight right lane.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 21
Toward US 178: Liberty, Anderson
Use the right lane.
9
Turn right onto US 178
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Liberty Highway
10
Turn right onto Highway 28 Bypass
173 ft
·
2 sec
·
Highway 28 Bypass
11
Continue on 28 BYP
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Pearman Dairy Road
12
Turn right onto Standridge Road
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Standridge Road
13
Turn left onto 383
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Michelin Boulevard
14
Turn right onto SC 24
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
West Whitner Street
15
Continue on SC 24
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Highway 24
16
Turn left onto Airport Road
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Airport Road
17
Continue on South Warner Road
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
·
South Warner Road
18
Turn sharp left onto Airport Road
55 ft
·
7 sec
·
Airport Road
19
Turn right
293 ft
·
21 sec
20
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.5 miles from Tigerville, 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 145 decision points cluster between mile 22.7 and 52.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
22.7 mi into trip
|
~36m in
Take the exit toward US 29 South, I 185 South: Atlanta
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 29 South, I 185 South: Atlanta
8
23.5 mi into trip
|
~37m in
|
US 29
Take the exit onto US 29 toward I 85 South, US 29 South: Atlanta
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 14B
Toward I 85 South, US 29 South: Atlanta
8
45 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m 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
5
52.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
|
Airport Road
Turn sharp left onto Airport Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
52.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.29 one way
$16.58 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $9.06 | $18.12 |
| premium | $4.70 | $9.81 | $19.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.70 | $23.40 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.9 | 0 | $5.56 | $2.54 |
| Efficient EV | 13.3 | 0 | $4.64 | $2.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.2 | 0 | $7.42 | $3.39 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
11:00 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
11 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 17m 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 is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 86% of it utilizing major roadways. You'll spend most of your time on US 29, US 25, and North Highway 25, experiencing relatively fast-paced travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 21.5 miles on US 29, allowing for a good period of steady driving. Expect consistent road conditions as you navigate these primary arteries, with minimal deviations into slower local roads.
86% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 21.5 mi on US 29.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 29 and US 25. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 22.7 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 53 miles you will encounter 14 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: at 22.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23.5 miles (US 29): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 45 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. 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.
On the drive from Tigerville, SC to Anderson County Airport, SC, road signs begin pointing toward Anderson along the way.
Anderson
45 mi in
|
~1h 4m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 17m. Total distance: 53 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 21.5 miles on US 29. 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 22.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23.5 miles (US 29): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 45 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. 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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