How far is Greenville, SC from Gaffney, SC?

The driving distance from Greenville, SC to Gaffney, SC is about 49.6 miles (79.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 02m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 44.8 miles (72.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 05m 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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Quick Snapshot
Road
49.66 mi
01h 02m
Flight
44.78 mi
72.06 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
44.78 mi
Kilometers
72.06 km
Flight Time
00h 05m

Driving Distance

Road route
49.66 mi
Kilometers
79.92 km
Drive Time
01h 02m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 02m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Gaffney
Mon, Jun 1, 4:02 PM EDT
Return by in Greenville
Mon, Jun 1, 5:05 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Greenville
2026-06-01T15:00
Arrive Gaffney
Mon, Jun 1, 4:02 PM EDT
Route Timing
01h 02m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:03 AM to 11:03 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:24 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Greenville
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

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

Mid-route stop
Southern Shops
SC

Census-designated place in Spartanburg County, South Carolina

From Greenville
24.8 mi
00h 31m
To Gaffney
24.9 mi
00h 31m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
81°F
Monday

Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Mon, Jun 1 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
1 to 5 mph W
Destination
81°F
Monday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Mon, Jun 1 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
2 mph NW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Greenville and Gaffney.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Greenville and Gaffney.

  1. 1

    Start on North Church Street

    151 m · 21 sec · North Church Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto East North Street

    2612 ft · 43 sec · East North Street

  3. 3

    Continue straight

    5.3 mi · 7 min

  4. 4

    Take the exit slight right toward I 85: Atlanta, Spartanburg

    783 ft · 19 sec

  5. 5

    Keep slight left to continue on I 85 North: Spartanburg, Greenville–Spartanburg International Airport

    1.5 mi · 3 min

  6. 6

    Merge slight left

    16.7 mi · 21 min

  7. 7

    Keep slight left

    21.5 mi · 24 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward SC 105: Gaffney

    931 ft · 23 sec

  9. 9

    Keep slight right to continue on SC 105 South: Gaffney

    77 m · 6 sec

  10. 10

    Turn right onto Hyatt Street

    2.7 mi · 5 min · Hyatt Street

  11. 11

    Turn left onto South Granard Street

    1.5 km · 1 min · South Granard Street

  12. 12

    Turn right onto West Buford Street

    129 m · 16 sec · West Buford Street

  13. 13

    Turn right onto South Limestone Street

    34 m · 2 sec · South Limestone Street

  14. 14

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · South Limestone Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Greenville and Gaffney.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
14 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
28.2 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 85 North
39.7 mi · 80%
East North Street
5.76 mi · 12%
Hyatt Street
2.66 mi · 5%
South Granard Street
0.94 mi · 2%
SC 105
0.18 mi
I 85
0.15 mi
Longest Stretch

I 85 North

Keep slight left

21.5 mi · 00h 24m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 02m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 06m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+4.8 mi
44.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Southern Shops
00h 31m from Greenville
Leave By
4:24 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Greenville and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Gaffney.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Greenville to Gaffney?

The road trip is about 49.6 miles (79.9 km) and usually takes 01h 02m 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?

Southern Shops is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.8 miles from Greenville and 24.9 miles from Gaffney.

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

The direct path is about 44.8 miles (72.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.8 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 4:24 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.93 one way or $13.86 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Greenville and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Gaffney.

Stop Ideas Near Southern Shops

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 Southern Shops and the surrounding midpoint area.
Greer City Park
Scenic stop 11.1 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 11.1 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 11.1 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
Cowpens Police Department
Scenic stop 13.3 mi away

Cowpens Police Department

Cowpens , SC
5332 N Main St, 5330 N Main St, Cowpens, SC 29330
Rating 3.1/5 7 reviews City government office,Museum,Police department

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Southern Shops.

RAIL

Spartanburg

6 mi away
290 Magnolia St
RAIL

Greenville

41 mi away
1120 West Washington Street
RAIL

Gastonia

82 mi away
350 Hancock Street
RAIL

Clemson

83 mi away
Calhoun Memorial Hwy and College Ave.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Greenville and Gaffney. Straight-line distance: 44.78 mi (72.06 km).

Greenville

#1 Greenville

The most populous city in Greenville County, South Carolina.

Population72,227
Coordinates34.8526200, -82.3940100
Altitude307
CountryUnited States
Gaffney

#2 Gaffney

City in South Carolina

Population12,695
Coordinates35.0717900, -81.6498200
Altitude239
CountryUnited States
Start: Greenville (-82.39401, 34.85262)
End: Gaffney (-81.64982, 35.07179)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 80 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 39m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 14m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 59m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 49m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 42m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 37m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.75 gal
6.63 L · about $6.93
Round trip
$13.86
3.5 gal · 13.26 L
Estimated CO2
15.6 kg one way
Round trip: 31.1 kg / 69 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.96 $6.93 $13.86
Mid-grade $4.43 $7.75 $15.50
Premium $4.78 $8.36 $16.72
Diesel $5.62 $9.84 $19.68

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 · Jun 01, 2026

There is no time difference between Greenville and Gaffney. The current time is 15:00:14.

Distance to Other Cities

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