How far is Joanna, SC from Spartanburg, SC?
The driving distance from Joanna, SC to Spartanburg, SC is about 40.9 miles (65.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 37.5 miles (60.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 44m 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 00h 52m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Spartanburg County, South Carolina, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Clear
Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Joanna and Spartanburg.
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Start on Milton Road
78 m · 12 sec · Milton Road
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Turn left onto North Main Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · North Main Street
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Continue on Highway 76 East
2.8 mi · 4 min · Highway 76 East
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Turn right onto Springdale Drive
1.7 mi · 2 min · Springdale Drive
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Turn right onto Highway 72 East
1.2 mi · 2 min · Highway 72 East
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Take the exit left
1553 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left
1.4 mi · 2 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 Joanna and Spartanburg.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Highway 72 East
Keep slight right to continue on Spartanburg
23.5 mi · 00h 25m
Route Summary
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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.
Clear leaving Joanna and Mostly Clear near Spartanburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Joanna to Spartanburg?
The road trip is about 40.9 miles (65.9 km) and usually takes 00h 52m 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?
Woodruff is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.5 miles from Joanna and 20.4 miles from Spartanburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 37.5 miles (60.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.4 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 4:46 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.74 one way or $11.49 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Clear around Joanna and Mostly Clear near Spartanburg.
Stop Ideas Near Woodruff
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 Woodruff.
Spartanburg
Greenville
Clemson
Gastonia
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Joanna and Spartanburg. Straight-line distance: 37.56 mi (60.45 km).
#1 Joanna
Census-designated place in Laurens County, South Carolina
| Population | 1,539 |
| Coordinates | 34.4149100, -81.8124000 |
| Altitude | 183 |
| 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: 66 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 30m |
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 | $5.74 | $11.49 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $6.42 | $12.84 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $6.93 | $13.86 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $8.15 | $16.31 |
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 · May 03, 2026
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