How far is Rock Hill, SC from South Congaree, SC?
The driving distance from Rock Hill, SC to South Congaree, SC is about 33.7 miles (54.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 24.5 miles (39.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 47m 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 53m.
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.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rock Hill and South Congaree.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rock Hill and South Congaree.
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Start on State Highway 215S
6.4 mi · 11 min · State Highway 215S
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Continue on Monticello Road
12.6 mi · 22 min · Monticello Road
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Take the ramp straight
1307 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
4 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 26 East: Charleston
1653 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left
1.1 km · 56 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Charleston
5.2 mi · 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SC 302: Columbia Airport, Cayce
924 ft · 23 sec
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Continue on Tarrytown Lane
106 m · 9 sec · Tarrytown Lane
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Turn right onto Airport Boulevard
1.4 km · 1 min · Airport Boulevard
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Continue on Edmund Highway
2.2 mi · 3 min · Edmund Highway
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Continue on Main Street
1.5 km · 1 min · Main Street
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Turn right onto Ramblin Road
14 m · 1 sec · Ramblin Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Ramblin Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rock Hill and South Congaree.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Monticello Road
Continue on Monticello Road
12.6 mi · 00h 22m
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 Sunny near South Congaree.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rock Hill to South Congaree?
The road trip is about 33.7 miles (54.3 km) and usually takes 00h 53m 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?
Saint Andrews is a useful midpoint, sitting about 16.8 miles from Rock Hill and 16.8 miles from South Congaree.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 24.5 miles (39.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.2 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 4:42 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.71 one way or $9.43 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Rock Hill and Sunny near South Congaree.
Stop Ideas Near Saint Andrews
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 Saint Andrews.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rock Hill and South Congaree. Straight-line distance: 24.52 mi (39.46 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 South Congaree
Town in Lexington County, South Carolina, United States
| Population | 2,485 |
| Coordinates | 33.9109900, -81.1356500 |
| Altitude | 58 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Congaree (-81.13565, 33.91099)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 54 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 25m |
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 | $4.71 | $9.43 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $5.27 | $10.54 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $5.69 | $11.37 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $6.69 | $13.39 |
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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