How far is Spartanburg, SC from Aiken, SC?
Fastest route
The distance between Spartanburg, South Carolina, and Aiken, South Carolina is approximately 106 miles (170 kilometers). The fastest route is via I-26 E, and the estimated travel time is 2 hours and 4 minutes.
Directions
Take the following directions to travel from Spartanburg to Aiken:
- Start by heading south on US-221 S/S Church St toward E Broad St.
- Continue to follow US-221 S.
- Turn left to merge onto I-26 E toward Columbia.
- Take exit 52 for SC-56 toward Clinton.
- Use any lane to turn right onto SC-56.
- Turn left onto SC-56/SC-56 Truck S/SC-72 Truck/Springdale Dr.
- Continue straight onto N Jefferson St.
- Turn right onto SC-121 S/S Main St.
- Continue to follow SC-121 S.
- Turn left onto SC-19 S/SC-191 S.
- Continue to follow SC-19 S.
- Turn left onto Hampton Ave NW.
- Turn right at the 3rd cross street onto Chesterfield St N.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Plan your trip in advance to ensure a smooth journey.
- ⛽ Check your fuel level and consider refueling before you start.
- 🕑 Consider traffic conditions and allow for extra time if needed.
- 🗺️ Use a GPS or navigation app to stay on the designated route.
- 🚧 Stay updated on road closures or construction to avoid delays.
- 🚘 Follow traffic rules and regulations for a safe drive.
- 📱 Keep your mobile phone charged and easily accessible for emergencies.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 13m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
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
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Spartanburg and Aiken.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Spartanburg and Aiken.
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Start on North Church Street
6 mi · 11 min · North Church Street
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Continue on Highway 221
2.5 mi · 4 min · Highway 221
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3
Turn left
843 ft · 23 sec
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4
Merge slight left
43 mi · 46 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SC 121: Newberry
1421 ft · 36 sec
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Turn right onto State Highway 121
1.6 mi · 3 min · State Highway 121
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Turn left onto Wilson Road
3.4 mi · 5 min · Wilson Road
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8
Continue on C R Koon Highway
4.2 mi · 6 min · C R Koon Highway
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9
Continue on North Wheeler Avenue
1.4 km · 1 min · North Wheeler Avenue
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10
Turn right onto Grace Street
677 ft · 34 sec · Grace Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South Main Street
148 m · 21 sec · South Main Street
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Turn right onto Broad Street
88 m · 10 sec · Broad Street
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Continue on McNeary Street
1.2 km · 2 min · McNeary Street
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Continue on South Carolina Highway 391
7.5 mi · 11 min · South Carolina Highway 391
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15
Continue on Prosperity Highway
4.4 mi · 6 min · Prosperity Highway
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16
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Summerland Highway
119 m · 13 sec · Summerland Highway
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Exit the roundabout onto Summerland Highway
6.5 mi · 9 min · Summerland Highway
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Continue on Summerland Avenue
1.4 mi · 2 min · Summerland Avenue
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19
Turn left onto North Lee Street
5.1 mi · 9 min · North Lee Street
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Turn straight onto Fairview Road
5.1 mi · 7 min · Fairview Road
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Take the ramp right
2319 ft · 57 sec
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Merge slight left
15.9 mi · 17 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 1: Aiken
1790 ft · 44 sec
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Turn straight onto Columbia Highway North
6 mi · 7 min · Columbia Highway North
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Continue on York Street Northeast
2.1 mi · 3 min · York Street Northeast
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Turn right onto Richland Avenue East
113 m · 8 sec · Richland Avenue East
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Turn left onto Chesterfield Street South
72 m · 13 sec · Chesterfield Street South
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Chesterfield Street South
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Spartanburg and Aiken.
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 221
Merge slight left
43 mi · 00h 46m
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.
Sunny leaving Spartanburg and Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Aiken.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Spartanburg to Aiken?
The road trip is about 113.2 miles (182.1 km) and usually takes 02h 13m 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?
Prosperity is a useful midpoint, sitting about 59 miles from Spartanburg and 54.1 miles from Aiken.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 96.7 miles (155.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.5 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 2:02 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.80 one way or $31.61 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Spartanburg and Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Aiken.
Stop Ideas Near Prosperity
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 Prosperity.
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Camden
Spartanburg
Denmark
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Spartanburg and Aiken. Straight-line distance: 96.75 mi (155.7 km).
#1 Spartanburg
County seat of Spartanburg County, South Carolina, United States
| Population | 37,317 |
| Coordinates | 34.9495700, -81.9320500 |
| Altitude | 246 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Aiken
City in South Carolina, United States
| Population | 31,121 |
| Coordinates | 33.5604200, -81.7195500 |
| Altitude | 157 |
| Country | United States |
End: Chesterfield Street South (-81.719543, 33.560418)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 182 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 24m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $15.80 | $31.61 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $17.67 | $35.34 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $19.06 | $38.13 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $22.44 | $44.88 |
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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