Athens, Georgia to Spartanburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

107 miles 172.2 km · straight line
133.8 miles estimated 215.3 km · driving distance
2h 41min estimated drive time
$13 - $16 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
50° NE bearing direction

How far is Athens, Georgia from Spartanburg?

The distance from Athens, Georgia to Spartanburg is 107 miles (172.2 km) as the crow flies. Spartanburg is located NE of Athens, Georgia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 133.8 miles, taking about 2h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. Both are located in United States — Athens, Georgia in Georgia and Spartanburg in South 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. 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 Athens, Georgia and Spartanburg. 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 Athens, Georgia to Spartanburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 41min $13 - $16 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 13min $11–$20* Budget
Train ~2h 33min $16–$47* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Athens, Georgia & Spartanburg

Quick Facts

Athens, Georgia
33.96°N, 83.38°W
America/New_York
228m elevation
Spartanburg
34.95°N, 81.93°W
America/New_York
246m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 36 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 232.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients