How far is Newberry, SC from Spartanburg, SC?
The driving distance from Newberry, SC to Spartanburg, SC is about 56.2 miles (90.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 49.9 miles (80.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 59m 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 00h 59m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Laurens County, South Carolina, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Newberry and Spartanburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newberry and Spartanburg.
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Start on College Street
2.3 mi · 5 min · College Street
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Continue on State Highway 121
1.8 mi · 3 min · State Highway 121
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Take the ramp slight right
1201 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left
19.6 mi · 21 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 Newberry 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.
State Highway 121
Keep slight right to continue on Spartanburg
23.5 mi · 00h 25m
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.
Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Newberry and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Spartanburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Newberry to Spartanburg?
The road trip is about 56.2 miles (90.5 km) and usually takes 00h 59m 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?
Clinton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 28.1 miles from Newberry and 28.1 miles from Spartanburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 49.9 miles (80.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.3 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 4:30 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.84 one way or $15.69 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Newberry and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Spartanburg.
Stop Ideas Near Clinton
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 Clinton.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Newberry and Spartanburg. Straight-line distance: 49.93 mi (80.35 km).
#1 Newberry
City in South Carolina, United States
| Population | 10,141 |
| Coordinates | 34.2745800, -81.6187200 |
| Altitude | 151 |
| 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: West Main Street (-81.932039, 34.94952)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 90 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 42m |
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 | $7.84 | $15.69 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $8.77 | $17.54 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $9.46 | $18.92 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $11.14 | $22.27 |
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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