How far is Spartanburg, SC from Ridgeville, SC?
The driving distance from Spartanburg, SC to Ridgeville, SC is about 170.8 miles (274.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 14m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 158 miles (254.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 29m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 14m.
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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
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Spartanburg and Ridgeville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Spartanburg and Ridgeville.
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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
79.3 mi · 1 hr 27 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SC 27: Ridgeville
1397 ft · 36 sec
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Turn right onto Ridgeville Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Ridgeville Road
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Turn left
2591 ft · 45 sec
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Turn right onto Ridgeville Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Ridgeville Road
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Continue on Church Street
2539 ft · 53 sec · Church Street
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Turn right onto North Railroad Avenue
138 m · 20 sec · North Railroad Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Railroad Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Spartanburg and Ridgeville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Highway 221
Merge slight left
79.4 mi · 01h 27m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Spartanburg and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Ridgeville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Spartanburg to Ridgeville?
The road trip is about 170.8 miles (274.9 km) and usually takes 03h 14m 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?
Seven Oaks is a useful midpoint, sitting about 85.4 miles from Spartanburg and 85.4 miles from Ridgeville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 158 miles (254.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.8 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 10:30 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.88 one way or $47.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 53.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Spartanburg and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Ridgeville.
Stop Ideas Near Seven Oaks
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 Seven Oaks.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Spartanburg and Ridgeville. Straight-line distance: 158.04 mi (254.34 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 Ridgeville
Town of the United States
| Population | 1,841 |
| Coordinates | 33.0957200, -80.3153700 |
| Altitude | 23 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ridgeville (-80.31537, 33.09572)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 275 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 50m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 07m |
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 | $23.88 | $47.77 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $26.71 | $53.41 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $28.81 | $57.62 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $33.91 | $67.83 |
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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