How far is Rock Hill, SC from Ninety Six, SC?
The driving distance from Rock Hill, SC to Ninety Six, SC is about 52.1 miles (83.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 44.2 miles (71.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 55m 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 27m.
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City in South Carolina, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rock Hill and Ninety Six.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rock Hill and Ninety Six.
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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
3.8 mi · 6 min · US 176
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Turn left onto Saint Pauls Road
2.6 mi · 5 min · Saint Pauls Road
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Turn right onto Jollystreet Road
8.3 mi · 13 min · Jollystreet Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto C R Koon Highway
1785 ft · 30 sec · C R Koon Highway
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Continue on Wilson Road
1036 ft · 18 sec · Wilson Road
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Turn slight left onto Adelaide Street
1655 ft · 53 sec · Adelaide Street
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Turn left onto Dixie Drive
2.4 mi · 4 min · Dixie Drive
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Turn left onto Boundary Street
1.4 km · 1 min · Boundary Street
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Continue on Highway 121
4.6 mi · 7 min · Highway 121
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Turn right onto Main Street
2 mi · 4 min · Main Street
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Continue on State Highway 34
2.4 mi · 4 min · State Highway 34
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Continue on Highway 34
9.3 mi · 16 min · Highway 34
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Continue on State Highway 34
1647 ft · 33 sec · State Highway 34
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Continue on Ninety Six Highway
6.6 mi · 12 min · Ninety Six Highway
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Continue on North Main Street East
3096 ft · 1 min · North Main Street East
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street West
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rock Hill and Ninety Six.
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 34
Continue on Highway 34
9.25 mi · 00h 16m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Rock Hill and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Ninety Six.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rock Hill to Ninety Six?
The road trip is about 52.1 miles (83.8 km) and usually takes 01h 27m 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?
Newberry is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26 miles from Rock Hill and 26.1 miles from Ninety Six.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 44.2 miles (71.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.9 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 3:34 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.29 one way or $14.58 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Rock Hill and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Ninety Six.
Stop Ideas Near Newberry
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 Ninety Six. Straight-line distance: 44.25 mi (71.22 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 Ninety Six
Human settlement in Greenwood County, South Carolina, United States of America
| Population | 2,043 |
| Coordinates | 34.1751300, -82.0240100 |
| Altitude | 168 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ninety Six (-82.02401, 34.17513)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 84 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 38m |
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 | $7.29 | $14.58 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $8.15 | $16.30 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $8.79 | $17.58 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $10.35 | $20.70 |
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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