How far is Loris, SC from Rock Hill, SC?
The driving distance from Loris, SC to Rock Hill, SC is about 159.4 miles (256.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 135.9 miles (218.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 13m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 36m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Rain Showers Likely
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Loris and Rock Hill.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Loris and Rock Hill.
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Start on Railroad Avenue
12 m · 5 sec · Railroad Avenue
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Turn right onto Main Street
159 m · 17 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto Broad Street
3251 ft · 57 sec · Broad Street
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Continue on US Highway 701 North
1.5 mi · 2 min · US Highway 701 North
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Take the ramp slight right
1432 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left
17.9 mi · 22 min
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Merge slight right onto Highway 76
1.1 mi · 2 min · Highway 76
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Continue on South Nichols Street
2830 ft · 1 min · South Nichols Street
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Continue on Mullins Street
1 km · 2 min · Mullins Street
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Continue on East Highway 76
5.9 mi · 8 min · East Highway 76
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Continue on East McIntyre Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · East McIntyre Street
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Continue on East Highway 76
4.7 mi · 7 min · East Highway 76
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Take the exit slight right
1173 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
8.6 mi · 10 min
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Continue straight
7.3 mi · 8 min
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Turn left
2358 ft · 58 sec
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Merge slight left
20 mi · 22 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 20 West: Columbia
1.4 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
72.5 mi · 1 hr 20 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SC 215: Monticello Road, Jenkinsville
1398 ft · 34 sec
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Turn right onto Monticello Road
10.5 mi · 18 min · Monticello Road
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Keep slight left to continue on Monticello Road
2.1 mi · 4 min · Monticello Road
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Continue on State Highway 215S
6.4 mi · 11 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 Loris 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.
I 20 West
Merge slight left
72.5 mi · 01h 20m
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.
Rain Showers leaving Loris and Rain Showers Likely near Rock Hill.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Loris to Rock Hill?
The road trip is about 159.4 miles (256.5 km) and usually takes 02h 36m 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?
Lamar is a useful midpoint, sitting about 81.7 miles from Loris and 77.7 miles from Rock Hill.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 135.9 miles (218.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.5 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 1:16 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.26 one way or $44.52 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Loris and Rain Showers Likely near Rock Hill.
Stop Ideas Near Lamar
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Florence City Manager
Bishopville City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Lamar.
Florence
Camden
Kingstree
Dillon
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Loris and Rock Hill. Straight-line distance: 135.88 mi (218.68 km).
#1 Loris
Human settlement in Horry County, South Carolina, United States of America
| Population | 2,807 |
| Coordinates | 34.0562800, -78.8903000 |
| Altitude | 30 |
| 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: 257 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 59m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $22.26 | $44.52 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $24.89 | $49.78 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $26.85 | $53.70 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $31.61 | $63.21 |
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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