Anderson, South Carolina to Athens, Georgia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Anderson, South Carolina from Athens, Georgia?

The distance from Anderson, South Carolina to Athens, Georgia is 56 miles (90.1 km) as the crow flies. Athens, Georgia is located SW of Anderson, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 72.8 miles, taking about 1h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 37min. Both are located in United States — Anderson, South Carolina in South Carolina and Athens, Georgia in Georgia.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Anderson, South Carolina and Athens, Georgia. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.