Lynchburg to Spartanburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

230.6 miles 371.1 km · straight line
288.3 miles estimated 463.9 km · driving distance
5h 48min estimated drive time
$28 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
223° SW bearing direction

How far is Lynchburg from Spartanburg?

The distance from Lynchburg to Spartanburg is 230.6 miles (371.1 km) as the crow flies. Spartanburg is located SW of Lynchburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 288.3 miles, taking about 5h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Lynchburg in Virginia 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. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lynchburg 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 Lynchburg to Spartanburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 48min $28 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 58min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 31min $35–$101* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lynchburg & Spartanburg

Quick Facts

Lynchburg
37.41°N, 79.14°W
America/New_York
192m 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 77 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 108 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients