Dalton to Spartanburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

172.7 miles 277.9 km · straight line
215.9 miles estimated 347.4 km · driving distance
4h 21min estimated drive time
$21 - $26 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
85° E bearing direction

How far is Dalton from Spartanburg?

The distance from Dalton to Spartanburg is 172.7 miles (277.9 km) as the crow flies. Spartanburg is located E of Dalton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 215.9 miles, taking about 4h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United States — Dalton 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 Dalton 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 Dalton to Spartanburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 21min $21 - $26 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 13min $17–$32* Budget
Train ~4h 8min $26–$76* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Dalton & Spartanburg

Quick Facts

Dalton
34.77°N, 84.97°W
America/New_York
232m 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 58 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 144.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients