Atlanta to Spartanburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Atlanta from Spartanburg?

The distance from Atlanta to Spartanburg is 162.8 miles (262 km) as the crow flies. Spartanburg is located ENE of Atlanta. By car, the driving distance is approximately 173 miles, taking about 3h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in United States — Atlanta 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 Atlanta and Spartanburg. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.