Traveling by car

Planning a trip to Darlington Raceway for a NASCAR weekend? Here’s how to get there, where to park, and a few useful tips to make your visit as smooth as possible.

Darlington Raceway is located at 1301 Harry Byrd Highway, Darlington, South Carolina 29532. The circuit is easy to reach by car and is well signposted during major events.

Getting there by car

• From the north (e.g. Charlotte): I-77 South → I-20 East → US-52 or SC-151
• From the south (e.g. Charleston): I-26 West → I-95 North → SC-327 North → US-52 North
• From the west (e.g. Columbia): I-20 East → Exit 131 (US-401 North)
• From the east (e.g., Myrtle Beach): US-501 → SC-327 or SC-34 West

Approximate driving times

• Charlotte – 1h 45m
• Columbia – 1h 30m
• Charleston – 2h 15m
• Greenville – 2h 45m
• Florence – 15m
• Myrtle Beach – 1h 30m
• Atlanta – 4h
• Raleigh – 2h 15m

GPS navigation is reliable, but near the track, you may be redirected by police to manage traffic, especially on race day.

Parking information

• General parking is free in designated areas (first-come, first-served)
• Accessible parking is available near the main entrances (valid permit required)
• Private parking is often available near the circuit, usually within walking distance

For more information regarding parking, click here.