How far is Fountain Inn, SC from Anderson, SC?
The driving distance from Fountain Inn, SC to Anderson, SC is about 34.1 miles (54.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 28.8 miles (46.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 37m 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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Halfway Point
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Town in Anderson County, South Carolina
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fountain Inn and Anderson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fountain Inn and Anderson.
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Start on South Main Street
16 m · 4 sec · South Main Street
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Turn right onto McCarter Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · McCarter Road
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Continue on Milacron Drive
1.3 mi · 2 min · Milacron Drive
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Continue on Highway 418
9.9 mi · 15 min · Highway 418
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Turn left onto Augusta Road
548 ft · 12 sec · Augusta Road
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Turn right onto Cooley Bridge Road
5.6 mi · 8 min · Cooley Bridge Road
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Continue on Highway 247
3.6 mi · 5 min · Highway 247
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Continue on River Street
1.3 mi · 3 min · River Street
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Turn left onto North Main Street
114 m · 12 sec · North Main Street
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Turn right onto Anderson Street
2.3 mi · 3 min · Anderson Street
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Continue on Belton Highway
4.7 mi · 7 min · Belton Highway
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Continue on East River Street
3.6 mi · 5 min · East River Street
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Turn right onto South Fant Street
1272 ft · 35 sec · South Fant Street
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Turn left onto East Whitner Street
1405 ft · 50 sec · East Whitner Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Whitner Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fountain Inn and Anderson.
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.
Highway 418
Continue on Highway 418
9.91 mi · 00h 15m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Fountain Inn and Chance Rain Showers near Anderson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fountain Inn to Anderson?
The road trip is about 34.1 miles (54.9 km) and usually takes 00h 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?
Williamston is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17 miles from Fountain Inn and 17.1 miles from Anderson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 28.8 miles (46.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.3 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 4:52 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.75 one way or $9.51 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Fountain Inn and Chance Rain Showers near Anderson.
Stop Ideas Near Williamston
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fountain Inn and Anderson. Straight-line distance: 28.85 mi (46.43 km).
#1 Fountain Inn
City in Greenville and Laurens counties in the state of South Carolina, United States
| Population | 10,905 |
| Coordinates | 34.6890100, -82.1956700 |
| Altitude | 264 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Anderson
City in South Carolina
| Population | 27,701 |
| Coordinates | 34.5034400, -82.6501300 |
| Altitude | 240 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Whitner Street (-82.650138, 34.503481)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 55 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 25m |
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 | $4.75 | $9.51 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $5.31 | $10.63 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $5.73 | $11.47 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $6.75 | $13.50 |
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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