How far is Rock Hill, SC from East Gaffney, SC?
The driving distance from Rock Hill, SC to East Gaffney, SC is about 77.9 miles (125.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 61.1 miles (98.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 42m 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 01h 51m.
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 Newberry County, South Carolina, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rock Hill and East Gaffney.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rock Hill and East Gaffney.
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Start on State Highway 215S
2.1 mi · 4 min · State Highway 215S
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Turn straight onto Fire Tower Road
703 ft · 31 sec · Fire Tower Road
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Continue on Jenkinsville Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Jenkinsville Road
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Turn left onto Parr Road
4.3 mi · 8 min · Parr Road
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Turn right onto US 176
24.3 mi · 34 min · US 176
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Merge slight left
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight left
589 ft · 8 sec
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Merge slight left onto Whitmire Highway
13.6 mi · 15 min · Whitmire Highway
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Continue on South Pinckney Street
1.5 mi · 2 min · South Pinckney Street
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Turn slight left onto Thompson Boulevard
1.9 mi · 3 min · Thompson Boulevard
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Continue on Jonesville Highway
6.2 mi · 9 min · Jonesville Highway
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Merge slight right onto Jonesville Lockhart Highway
27 m · 1 sec · Jonesville Lockhart Highway
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Merge slight left onto Jonesville Highway
3238 ft · 42 sec · Jonesville Highway
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Continue on South Main Street
2315 ft · 32 sec · South Main Street
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Turn right onto Pacolet Street
1.1 km · 1 min · Pacolet Street
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Continue on Gaffney Highway
3.8 mi · 6 min · Gaffney Highway
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Continue on Union Highway
12.6 mi · 19 min · Union Highway
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Continue on East Frederick Street
2.3 mi · 4 min · East Frederick Street
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Turn right onto North Limestone Street
1001 ft · 24 sec · North Limestone Street
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Turn slight right onto Cherokee Avenue
1.1 km · 1 min · Cherokee Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Cherokee Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rock Hill and East Gaffney.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 176
Turn right onto US 176
24.3 mi · 00h 34m
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 leaving Rock Hill and Mostly Sunny near East Gaffney.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rock Hill to East Gaffney?
The road trip is about 77.9 miles (125.4 km) and usually takes 01h 51m 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?
Whitmire is a useful midpoint, sitting about 39 miles from Rock Hill and 38.9 miles from East Gaffney.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 61.1 miles (98.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.8 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 2:48 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.89 one way or $21.79 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Rock Hill and Mostly Sunny near East Gaffney.
Stop Ideas Near Whitmire
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rock Hill and East Gaffney. Straight-line distance: 61.12 mi (98.37 km).
#1 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 |
#2 East Gaffney
Census-designated place in Cherokee County, South Carolina
| Population | 3,085 |
| Coordinates | 35.0801300, -81.6328700 |
| Altitude | 235 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Gaffney (-81.63287, 35.08013)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 125 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 58m |
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 | $10.89 | $21.79 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $12.18 | $24.36 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $13.14 | $26.28 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $15.47 | $30.93 |
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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