How far is Simpsonville, SC from Anderson, SC?
The driving distance from Simpsonville, SC to Anderson, SC is about 39.8 miles (64.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 27.7 miles (44.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 38m 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 49m.
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Halfway Point
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Unincorporated community in Montana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Simpsonville and Anderson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Simpsonville and Anderson.
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Start on the route
33 m · 10 sec
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Turn right
53 m · 18 sec
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Turn left onto Hedge Street
45 m · 11 sec · Hedge Street
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Turn left onto East Curtis Street
819 ft · 22 sec · East Curtis Street
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Turn right onto North Maple Street
1079 ft · 26 sec · North Maple Street
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Turn straight onto West Georgia Road
1.1 km · 1 min · West Georgia Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 385 North: Greenville
2586 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Golden Strip Freeway
2765 ft · 36 sec · Golden Strip Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on I 185, US 276: Atlanta, Mauldin, Anderson
2748 ft · 34 sec
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Take the exit slight left toward I 185: Atlanta, Anderson
3027 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Southern Connector
11.2 mi · 12 min · Southern Connector
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Take the exit slight right toward Easley, Clemson
697 ft · 17 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Easley, Clemson
156 m · 12 sec
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Merge slight left onto Highway 153
1.2 mi · 3 min · Highway 153
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Take the exit left toward I 85 South, US 29: Atlanta
1295 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
12.5 mi · 15 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SC 81: Anderson
1032 ft · 25 sec
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Keep slight left
59 m · 11 sec
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Turn left onto Highway 81 North
1496 ft · 32 sec · Highway 81 North
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Continue on State Highway 81
1.1 mi · 2 min · State Highway 81
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Continue on Highway 81 North
4.8 mi · 8 min · Highway 81 North
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Continue on East Greenville Street
2.9 mi · 6 min · East Greenville Street
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Turn left onto North Fant Street
3239 ft · 1 min · North Fant Street
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Turn right onto East Whitner Street
1365 ft · 47 sec · East Whitner Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Whitner Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Simpsonville and Anderson.
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 85 South
Merge slight left
12.5 mi · 00h 15m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Simpsonville and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Anderson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Simpsonville to Anderson?
The road trip is about 39.8 miles (64.1 km) and usually takes 00h 49m 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?
Powdersville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.4 miles from Simpsonville and 20.5 miles from Anderson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 27.7 miles (44.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.1 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 4:52 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.59 one way or $11.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Simpsonville and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Anderson.
Stop Ideas Near Powdersville
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 Powdersville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Simpsonville and Anderson. Straight-line distance: 27.69 mi (44.57 km).
#1 Simpsonville
City in Greenville County, South Carolina, United States of America
| Population | 25,272 |
| Coordinates | 34.7370600, -82.2542800 |
| Altitude | 262 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Anderson
City in South Carolina
| Population | 27,701 |
| Coordinates | 34.5034400, -82.6501300 |
| Altitude | 240 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Whitner Street (-82.650138, 34.503481)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 64 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 29m |
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 | $5.59 | $11.17 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $6.24 | $12.49 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $6.74 | $13.47 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $7.93 | $15.86 |
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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