Rest Stops NearbyI-77 rest stops in South Carolina
I-77 has 3 rest stops in South Carolina in our directory (2 locations, some with a separate side for each direction). That includes 1 welcome center. The biggest gap, 23 miles, lies between Chester Rest Area and Fort Mill Welcome Center. The FHWA survey counted 44 truck spaces here in total.
Northbound: Chester Rest Area to Fort Mill Welcome Center
| Rest stop | Side | Mile | Near | Restrooms | Truck spaces | From previous |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chester Rest Area | NB | 66 | Richburg | Yes | 14 | – |
| Chester Rest Area | SB | 66 | Richburg | – | 14 | < 1 mi |
| Fort Mill Welcome Center | SB | 89 | Fort Mill | – | 16 | 23 mi |
Mile = state mile marker where our sources give one. Distances use mile markers when both stops have one, otherwise the straight-line distance plus 15 % (marked ≈). "–" means we have no data.
Driving southbound
Heading south, you reach the stops in reverse order, starting with Fort Mill Welcome Center. Stops marked NB in the table are on the other side of the road; use the ones marked SB or Both.
- Fort Mill Welcome Center · mile 89
- Chester Rest Area · mile 66
Can you sleep at rest stops in South Carolina?
We could not find a statewide rule in South Carolina on how long you may stay at a rest area. Individual rest areas still post their own limits. Camping is a different matter: it is not welcome at rest areas.
Checked October 2026. Know the rule? Send us the source.
Official list: South Carolina rest areas (state DOT)
I-77 beyond South Carolina
Northbound, it continues in North Carolina. All I-77 rest stops · All rest areas in South Carolina
Frequently asked questions
How many rest stops are on I-77 in South Carolina?
3 rest stops in our list: 1 reachable northbound and 2 southbound.
What is the longest stretch without a rest stop on I-77 in South Carolina?
About 23 miles, between Chester Rest Area near Richburg and Fort Mill Welcome Center near Fort Mill.
Is there a welcome center on I-77 in South Carolina?
Yes: Fort Mill Welcome Center (southbound).
Which I-77 rest stops in South Carolina have restrooms?
Restrooms are mapped at 1 of the 3 stops, for example Chester Rest Area. For the others we have no confirmed data.
Can you sleep at I-77 rest stops in South Carolina?
We found no statewide hour limit in South Carolina. Follow the signs posted at each site.