How far is Dunean, SC from Sunset Forest, SC?

The driving distance from Dunean, SC to Sunset Forest, SC is about 7.8 miles (12.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 16m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 6.1 miles (9.8 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 33m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EST.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
7.79 mi
00h 16m
Flight
6.1 mi
9.82 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
6.1 mi
Kilometers
9.82 km
Flight Time

Driving Distance

Road route
7.79 mi
Kilometers
12.54 km
Drive Time
00h 16m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 16m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Sunset Forest
Fri, Nov 6, 4:31 PM EST
Return by in Dunean
Fri, Nov 6, 4:48 PM EST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Dunean
2026-11-06T16:14
Arrive Sunset Forest
Fri, Nov 6, 4:31 PM EST
Route Timing
00h 16m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EST
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:17 AM to 7:17 PM EST

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
7:56 PM EST
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Dunean
10:00 PM EST
Flexible departure

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Gantt
SC

Town

From Dunean
3.9 mi
00h 08m
To Sunset Forest
3.9 mi
00h 08m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
59°F
Overnight

Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Fri, Nov 6 12:00 AM EST
Wind
1 mph NW
Destination
74°F
Friday

Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Sunny

Starts
Fri, Nov 6 6:00 AM EST
Wind
1 to 5 mph NNW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Dunean and Sunset Forest.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Dunean and Sunset Forest.

  1. 1

    Start on Duke & Blake Street Alley

    51 m · 16 sec · Duke & Blake Street Alley

  2. 2

    Turn left onto Stevens Street

    1309 ft · 38 sec · Stevens Street

  3. 3

    Continue on Henrydale Avenue

    909 ft · 27 sec · Henrydale Avenue

  4. 4

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Grove Road

    1102 ft · 33 sec · Grove Road

  5. 5

    Turn left onto West Faris Road

    1.5 mi · 3 min · West Faris Road

  6. 6

    Turn right onto Augusta Street

    1.5 mi · 4 min · Augusta Street

  7. 7

    Turn left onto Mauldin Road

    3.6 mi · 7 min · Mauldin Road

  8. 8

    Continue on West Butler Road

    2224 ft · 47 sec · West Butler Road

  9. 9

    Turn right onto Plant Street

    81 m · 17 sec · Plant Street

  10. 10

    Turn left

    2 m · 1 sec

  11. 11

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Dunean and Sunset Forest.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Turn-heavy local drive

The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.

Directions
11 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
141 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Mauldin Road
3.63 mi · 47%
Augusta Street
1.52 mi · 19%
West Faris Road
1.51 mi · 19%
West Butler Road
0.42 mi · 5%
Stevens Street
0.25 mi · 3%
Grove Road
0.21 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

Mauldin Road

Turn left onto Mauldin Road

3.63 mi · 00h 07m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A short regional drive

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

Drive Time
00h 16m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
00h 34m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+1.7 mi
6.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Gantt
00h 08m from Dunean
Leave By
7:56 PM EST
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Dunean and Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Sunny near Sunset Forest.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Dunean to Sunset Forest?

The road trip is about 7.8 miles (12.5 km) and usually takes 00h 16m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Gantt is a useful midpoint, sitting about 3.9 miles from Dunean and 3.9 miles from Sunset Forest.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 6.1 miles (9.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.7 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:56 PM EST.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.97 one way or $1.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Dunean and Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Sunny near Sunset Forest.

Stop Ideas Near Gantt

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Gantt and the surrounding midpoint area.
Greer City Park
Scenic stop 12.7 mi away

Greer City Park

Greer , SC
301 E Poinsett St, Greer, SC 29651
Rating 4.7/5 1,988 reviews Tourist attraction,Park
City of Greer
Meeting point 12.6 mi away

City of Greer

Greer , SC
301 E Poinsett St, Greer, SC 29651
Rating 4.4/5 19 reviews City government office
Event Halls at Greer City Hall
Nearby stop 12.6 mi away

Event Halls at Greer City Hall

Greer , SC
301 E Poinsett St, Greer, SC 29651
Rating 4.8/5 11 reviews Event venue

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Gantt.

RAIL

Greenville

6 mi away
1120 West Washington Street
RAIL

Clemson

39 mi away
Calhoun Memorial Hwy and College Ave.
RAIL

Spartanburg

48 mi away
290 Magnolia St
RAIL

Toccoa

87 mi away
47 North Alexander St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Dunean and Sunset Forest. Straight-line distance: 6.1 mi (9.82 km).

Photo coming soon

#1 Dunean

Census-designated place in Greenville County, South Carolina

Population3,671
Coordinates34.8248400, -82.4192900
Altitude304
CountryUnited States
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#2 Sunset Forest

Sunset Forest is a place in South Carolina, United States.

Population0
Coordinates34.7751200, -82.3304000
Altitude286
CountryUnited States
Start: Dunean (-82.41929, 34.82484)
End: Sunset Forest (-82.3304, 34.77512)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 13 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 15m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 11m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 09m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 07m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 06m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 05m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.27 gal
1.04 L · about $0.97
Round trip
$1.95
0.54 gal · 2.08 L
Estimated CO2
2.4 kg one way
Round trip: 4.8 kg / 11 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.60 $0.97 $1.95
Mid-grade $4.06 $1.10 $2.19
Premium $4.46 $1.20 $2.41
Diesel $5.72 $1.54 $3.09

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in South Carolina · Nov 06, 2026

There is no time difference between Dunean and Sunset Forest. The current time is 16:14:23.

Distance to Other Cities

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.