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

144.4 miles 232.4 km · straight line
180.5 miles estimated 290.5 km · driving distance
3h 38min estimated drive time
$17 - $21 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
264° W bearing direction

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

The distance from Anderson, South Carolina to Rome, Georgia is 144.4 miles (232.4 km) as the crow flies. Rome, Georgia is located W of Anderson, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 180.5 miles, taking about 3h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United States — Anderson, South Carolina in South Carolina and Rome, Georgia in Georgia.

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. 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 Rome, 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.

How to Get from Anderson, South Carolina to Rome, Georgia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 38min $17 - $21 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 22min $14–$27* Budget
Train ~3h 27min $22–$63* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Anderson, South Carolina & Rome, Georgia

Quick Facts

Anderson, South Carolina
34.50°N, 82.65°W
America/New_York
240m elevation
Rome, Georgia
34.26°N, 85.16°W
America/New_York
187m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 48 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 172.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients