How far is Spartanburg, SC from York, SC?

The driving distance from Spartanburg, SC to York, SC is about 49.8 miles (80.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 04m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 39.2 miles (63.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 09m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
49.74 mi
01h 04m
Flight
39.19 mi
63.07 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
39.19 mi
Kilometers
63.07 km
Flight Time
00h 04m

Driving Distance

Road route
49.74 mi
Kilometers
80.05 km
Drive Time
01h 04m

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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 01h 04m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in York
Tue, May 12, 10:05 PM EDT
Return by in Spartanburg
Tue, May 12, 11:10 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Spartanburg
2026-05-12T21:00
Arrive York
Tue, May 12, 10:05 PM EDT
Route Timing
01h 04m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:05 AM to 11:05 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:20 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Spartanburg
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
East Gaffney
SC

Census-designated place in Cherokee County, South Carolina

From Spartanburg
24.9 mi
00h 32m
To York
24.9 mi
00h 32m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
75°F
Tuesday

Sunny

Starts
Tue, May 12 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
2 to 6 mph ENE
Destination
73°F
Tuesday

Sunny

Starts
Tue, May 12 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
3 mph W

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Spartanburg and York.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Spartanburg and York.

  1. 1

    Start on North Church Street

    1 mi · 3 min · North Church Street

  2. 2

    Continue on North Church Street

    1 km · 2 min · North Church Street

  3. 3

    Turn slight right onto Whitney Road

    3019 ft · 53 sec · Whitney Road

  4. 4

    Continue on Chesnee Highway

    3.6 mi · 6 min · Chesnee Highway

  5. 5

    Take the ramp right toward I 85 North: Charlotte

    1572 ft · 38 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left

    23.3 mi · 27 min

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward SC 5, SC 198: Blacksburg, Rock Hill

    2272 ft · 55 sec

  8. 8

    Turn right onto North Mountain Street

    1.1 mi · 2 min · North Mountain Street

  9. 9

    Continue on York Road

    1.6 mi · 2 min · York Road

  10. 10

    Continue on York Highway

    1.2 km · 49 sec · York Highway

  11. 11

    Continue on York Road

    3.3 mi · 4 min · York Road

  12. 12

    Continue on Kings Creek Drive

    1.7 mi · 2 min · Kings Creek Drive

  13. 13

    Continue on Black Highway

    10.3 mi · 13 min · Black Highway

  14. 14

    Continue on West Liberty Street

    1.1 mi · 2 min · West Liberty Street

  15. 15

    Turn left onto North Congress Street

    17 m · 1 sec · North Congress Street

  16. 16

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · North Congress Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Spartanburg and York.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
16 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
32.2 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 85 North
23.6 mi · 48%
Black Highway
10.3 mi · 21%
York Road
4.88 mi · 10%
Chesnee Highway
3.59 mi · 7%
Kings Creek Drive
1.7 mi · 3%
North Church Street
1.69 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

I 85 North

Merge slight left

23.3 mi · 00h 27m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 04m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 10m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+10.6 mi
39.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
East Gaffney
00h 32m from Spartanburg
Leave By
4:20 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Spartanburg and Sunny near York.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Spartanburg to York?

The road trip is about 49.8 miles (80.1 km) and usually takes 01h 04m 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?

East Gaffney is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.9 miles from Spartanburg and 24.9 miles from York.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 39.2 miles (63.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.6 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 4:20 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.93 one way or $13.86 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Spartanburg and Sunny near York.

Stop Ideas Near East Gaffney

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around East Gaffney and the surrounding midpoint area.
Cowpens Police Department
Scenic stop 13.7 mi away

Cowpens Police Department

Cowpens , SC
5332 N Main St, 5330 N Main St, Cowpens, SC 29330
Rating 3.1/5 7 reviews City government office,Museum,Police department
Shelby City Hall
Meeting point 12.7 mi away

Shelby City Hall

Shelby , NC
300 S Washington St, Shelby, NC 28150
Rating 2.9/5 12 reviews City government office,City administration,City Hall
Downtown Shelby Fountain Park
Scenic stop 12.7 mi away

Downtown Shelby Fountain Park

Shelby , NC
17876, Shelby, NC 28150, United States
Rating 3.5/5 2 reviews Park

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to East Gaffney.

RAIL

Spartanburg

31 mi away
290 Magnolia St
RAIL

Gastonia

47 mi away
350 Hancock Street
RAIL

Greenville

75 mi away
1120 West Washington Street
RAIL

Charlotte

76 mi away
1914 North Tryon St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Spartanburg and York. Straight-line distance: 39.19 mi (63.07 km).

Spartanburg

#1 Spartanburg

County seat of Spartanburg County, South Carolina, United States

Population37,317
Coordinates34.9495700, -81.9320500
Altitude246
CountryUnited States
York

#2 York

City in South Carolina

Population8,637
Coordinates34.9943000, -81.2420200
Altitude232
CountryUnited States
Start: Spartanburg (-81.93205, 34.94957)
End: York (-81.24202, 34.9943)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 80 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 39m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 14m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 59m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 49m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 42m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 37m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.75 gal
6.64 L · about $6.93
Round trip
$13.86
3.5 gal · 13.28 L
Estimated CO2
15.6 kg one way
Round trip: 31.1 kg / 69 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.96 $6.93 $13.86
Mid-grade $4.43 $7.75 $15.50
Premium $4.78 $8.36 $16.72
Diesel $5.62 $9.84 $19.68

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in South Carolina · May 13, 2026

There is no time difference between Spartanburg and York. The current time is 21:00:19.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.