Anderson, South Carolina to Fayetteville, North Carolina: Road Trip Guide & Distance

217.4 miles 349.8 km · straight line
271.7 miles estimated 437.3 km · driving distance
5h 28min estimated drive time
$26 - $32 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
79° E bearing direction

How far is Anderson, South Carolina from Fayetteville, North Carolina?

The distance from Anderson, South Carolina to Fayetteville, North Carolina is 217.4 miles (349.8 km) as the crow flies. Fayetteville, North Carolina is located E of Anderson, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 271.7 miles, taking about 5h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Anderson, South Carolina in South Carolina and Fayetteville, North Carolina in North Carolina.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Anderson, South Carolina and Fayetteville, North Carolina. 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.

How to Get from Anderson, South Carolina to Fayetteville, North Carolina

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 28min $26 - $32 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 34min $22–$41* Budget
Train ~5h 12min $33–$95* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Anderson, South Carolina & Fayetteville, North Carolina

Quick Facts

Anderson, South Carolina
34.50°N, 82.65°W
America/New_York
240m elevation
Fayetteville, North Carolina
35.05°N, 78.88°W
America/New_York
29m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 72 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 114.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients