How far is Spartanburg, SC from Forest Acres, SC?
The driving distance from Spartanburg, SC to Forest Acres, SC is about 187.5 miles (301.7 km), with a travel time of about 03h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 165.2 miles (265.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 15m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Lexington 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 Spartanburg and Forest Acres.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Spartanburg and Forest Acres.
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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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Turn left
843 ft · 23 sec
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Merge slight left
79.4 mi · 1 hr 27 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Charleston
91.2 mi · 1 hr 39 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 17 Alternate North: Moncks Corner
1537 ft · 38 sec
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Turn straight onto North Main Street
3.9 mi · 6 min · North Main Street
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Turn left onto State Road
2.6 mi · 4 min · State Road
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Turn right onto McLaurin Avenue
1.3 mi · 5 min · McLaurin Avenue
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Turn right onto Gross Avenue
968 ft · 43 sec · Gross Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Gross Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Spartanburg and Forest Acres.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Charleston
Keep slight right to continue on Charleston
91.2 mi · 01h 39m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Sunny leaving Spartanburg and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Forest Acres.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Spartanburg to Forest Acres?
The road trip is about 187.5 miles (301.7 km) and usually takes 03h 37m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Springdale is a useful midpoint, sitting about 93.8 miles from Spartanburg and 93.7 miles from Forest Acres.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 165.2 miles (265.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.3 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:44 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.18 one way or $52.36 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 58.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Spartanburg and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Forest Acres.
Stop Ideas Near Springdale
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 Springdale.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Spartanburg and Forest Acres. Straight-line distance: 165.15 mi (265.79 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 Forest Acres
City in Richland County, South Carolina, United States of America
| Population | 10,269 |
| Coordinates | 33.1043400, -80.0984200 |
| Altitude | 30 |
| Country | United States |
End: Forest Acres (-80.09842, 33.10434)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 302 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 20m |
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 | $26.18 | $52.36 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $29.28 | $58.55 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $31.58 | $63.17 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $37.17 | $74.35 |
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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