How far is East Sumter, SC from Spartanburg, SC?
The driving distance from East Sumter, SC to Spartanburg, SC is about 139.1 miles (223.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 117 miles (188.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 42m 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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Town in Lexington County, South Carolina, USA
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between East Sumter and Spartanburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Sumter and Spartanburg.
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Start on Young Street
543 ft · 29 sec · Young Street
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Turn left onto McLean Street
1076 ft · 49 sec · McLean Street
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Turn right onto North Pike East
1297 ft · 25 sec · North Pike East
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Continue on Nort Pike East
1170 ft · 20 sec · Nort Pike East
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Continue on North Pike West
130 m · 7 sec · North Pike West
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Take the ramp straight
5 mi · 6 min
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Merge slight left onto Broad Street
36.2 mi · 46 min · Broad Street
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Continue on Devine Street
1284 ft · 32 sec · Devine Street
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Continue on Devine Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · Devine Street
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Turn slight right onto Millwood Avenue
1.8 mi · 4 min · Millwood Avenue
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Turn left onto Taylor Street
1.5 km · 2 min · Taylor Street
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Turn right onto Bull Street
2589 ft · 1 min · Bull Street
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Turn left onto Elmwood Avenue
1.5 km · 2 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
23.5 mi · 25 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 221: Spartanburg-South, Moore
1360 ft · 33 sec
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Turn straight onto Highway 221
2.3 mi · 4 min · Highway 221
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Continue on South Church Street
6 mi · 11 min · South Church Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Church Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between East Sumter and Spartanburg.
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving East Sumter and Rain Showers near Spartanburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from East Sumter to Spartanburg?
The road trip is about 139.1 miles (223.8 km) and usually takes 02h 51m 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?
Chapin is a useful midpoint, sitting about 69.5 miles from East Sumter and 69.5 miles from Spartanburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 117 miles (188.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.1 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 12:48 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.45 one way or $38.90 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 43.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around East Sumter and Rain Showers near Spartanburg.
Stop Ideas Near Chapin
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between East Sumter and Spartanburg. Straight-line distance: 117.03 mi (188.34 km).
#1 East Sumter
Census-designated place in Sumter County, South Carolina
| Population | 1,343 |
| Coordinates | 33.9254400, -80.2961900 |
| Altitude | 44 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Spartanburg
County seat of Spartanburg County, South Carolina, United States
| Population | 37,317 |
| Coordinates | 34.9495700, -81.9320500 |
| Altitude | 246 |
| Country | United States |
End: Spartanburg (-81.93205, 34.94957)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 224 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 44m |
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 | $19.45 | $38.90 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $21.75 | $43.49 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $23.46 | $46.92 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $27.61 | $55.23 |
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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