How far is Columbia, SC from Fairforest, SC?
The driving distance from Columbia, SC to Fairforest, SC is about 94.2 miles (151.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 86.3 miles (138.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 37m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 48m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Laurens County, South Carolina
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Light Rain Likely
Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Columbia and Fairforest.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Columbia and Fairforest.
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Start on Gervais Street
132 m · 18 sec · Gervais Street
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Continue on Gervais Street
554 ft · 25 sec · Gervais Street
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Turn right onto Assembly Street
1.4 km · 2 min · Assembly Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Elmwood Avenue
2827 ft · 1 min · Elmwood Avenue
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Continue straight
3.8 mi · 5 min
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Merge slight left
55.7 mi · 1 hr 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Spartanburg
30.9 mi · 33 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 29 South: Greer
1547 ft · 37 sec
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Continue on Warren H Abernathy Highway
2022 ft · 44 sec · Warren H Abernathy Highway
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Turn right onto North Blackstock Road
1.5 mi · 4 min · North Blackstock Road
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Turn left onto Fairforest Clevedale Road
21 m · 2 sec · Fairforest Clevedale Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Fairforest Clevedale Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Columbia and Fairforest.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Elmwood Avenue
Merge slight left
55.7 mi · 01h 01m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Light Rain Likely leaving Columbia and Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Sunny near Fairforest.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Columbia to Fairforest?
The road trip is about 94.2 miles (151.6 km) and usually takes 01h 48m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Joanna is a useful midpoint, sitting about 47.1 miles from Columbia and 47.1 miles from Fairforest.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 86.3 miles (138.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.9 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:52 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.04 one way or $24.09 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain Likely around Columbia and Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Sunny near Fairforest.
Stop Ideas Near Joanna
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Joanna.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Columbia and Fairforest. Straight-line distance: 86.3 mi (138.88 km).
#1 Columbia
The most populous city in South Carolina.
| Population | 132,130 |
| Coordinates | 34.0007100, -81.0348100 |
| Altitude | 89 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fairforest
Fairforest is a place in South Carolina, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 34.9565100, -82.0101100 |
| Altitude | 256 |
| Country | United States |
End: Fairforest (-82.01011, 34.95651)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 152 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 10m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.63 | $12.04 | $24.09 |
| Mid-grade | $4.08 | $13.54 | $27.08 |
| Premium | $4.49 | $14.90 | $29.80 |
| Diesel | $5.73 | $19.02 | $38.05 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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