How far is East Gaffney, SC from Rock Hill, SC?
The driving distance from East Gaffney, SC to Rock Hill, SC is about 74.1 miles (119.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 33m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 61.1 miles (98.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 07m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 33m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Newberry County, South Carolina, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between East Gaffney and Rock Hill.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Gaffney and Rock Hill.
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Start on Cherokee Avenue
1.1 km · 1 min · Cherokee Avenue
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Turn slight left onto North Limestone Street
1001 ft · 29 sec · North Limestone Street
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Turn left onto East Frederick Street
2.3 mi · 4 min · East Frederick Street
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Continue on Union Highway
12.6 mi · 19 min · Union Highway
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Continue on Gaffney Highway
3.8 mi · 6 min · Gaffney Highway
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Continue on Pacolet Street
1.1 km · 1 min · Pacolet Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South Main Street
2315 ft · 30 sec · South Main Street
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Continue on Jonesville Highway
3238 ft · 42 sec · Jonesville Highway
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Keep slight right to continue on Jonesville Highway
43 m · 2 sec · Jonesville Highway
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Continue on Jonesville Highway
6.2 mi · 9 min · Jonesville Highway
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Continue on Thompson Boulevard
1.9 mi · 3 min · Thompson Boulevard
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Continue on North Pinckney Street
1.5 mi · 2 min · North Pinckney Street
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Continue on Whitmire Highway
15.2 mi · 17 min · Whitmire Highway
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Turn slight left onto Watson Street
7.4 mi · 11 min · Watson Street
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Keep slight left
16.9 mi · 24 min
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Turn left onto Parr Road
4.3 mi · 8 min · Parr Road
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Turn right onto Jenkinsville Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Jenkinsville Road
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Turn right onto Fire Tower Road
641 ft · 28 sec · Fire Tower Road
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Turn straight onto State Highway 215S
2.1 mi · 4 min · State Highway 215S
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · State Highway 215S
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between East Gaffney and Rock Hill.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Watson Street
Keep slight left
16.9 mi · 00h 24m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving East Gaffney and Mostly Sunny near Rock Hill.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from East Gaffney to Rock Hill?
The road trip is about 74.1 miles (119.3 km) and usually takes 01h 33m 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?
Whitmire is a useful midpoint, sitting about 39 miles from East Gaffney and 35.1 miles from Rock Hill.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 61.1 miles (98.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 13 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:22 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.38 one way or $20.76 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around East Gaffney and Mostly Sunny near Rock Hill.
Stop Ideas Near Whitmire
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 Whitmire.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between East Gaffney and Rock Hill. Straight-line distance: 61.12 mi (98.37 km).
#1 East Gaffney
Census-designated place in Cherokee County, South Carolina
| Population | 3,085 |
| Coordinates | 35.0801300, -81.6328700 |
| Altitude | 235 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Rock Hill
The second most populous city in York County, South Carolina.
| Population | 76,318 |
| Coordinates | 34.2518200, -81.2550900 |
| Altitude | 132 |
| Country | United States |
End: State Highway 215S (-81.254916, 34.251897)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 119 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 55m |
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 | $3.96 | $10.38 | $20.76 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $11.60 | $23.21 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $12.52 | $25.04 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $14.73 | $29.47 |
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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