Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) is an alternative airport for an Asheville trip. Rental cars and ground transportation are available, and a published route segment points drivers toward Asheville.
- Airport: Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport, in Greer, South Carolina
- Route segment: I-85 North, then I-26 West toward Asheville
- Ground transport: Eastside Transportation serves Asheville and surrounding areas
Where is GSP in relation to Asheville?
GSP is in Greer, South Carolina. It is about 69 minutes by car from the inn, making it an airport option for reaching Asheville by road.
If you are comparing flights into the region, the Asheville Regional Airport to Asheville journey is a separate transfer. GSP may fit your plans if its flights work better for your itinerary.
How do you drive from GSP to Asheville?
From GSP, follow signs to I-85 North, continue about 5 miles, then take Exit 70 for I-26 West toward Asheville. This is a route segment, not a complete route to your destination, so use it as an initial direction rather than turn-by-turn guidance for the full drive.
For the Asheville portion of your plans, the Asheville city centre guide can help you consider how the city fits into your visit.
What rental cars and other transport are available?
Rental-car providers at GSP include Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National Car Rental and Thrifty. Contact a provider to confirm current arrangements before making plans.
Eastside Transportation is GSP’s official ground-transportation provider. Located one mile from the terminal, it serves Asheville and surrounding areas with minivan economy service, executive sedans and SUVs, shuttle-bus service, and limousine-coach service.
When might GSP suit your Asheville trip?
GSP may suit your trip if you find a flight there that fits your plans and are comfortable arranging the drive or ground transport onward to Asheville. Consider the onward journey when choosing where to fly.
The inn offers a choice of room options.
Before setting out
Rental-car arrangements, ground transportation and road conditions can change. Check the official site before you go, and use DriveNC.gov for current North Carolina traffic information, including closures, construction work and incidents. Check the complete route from GSP to your destination in Asheville.
FAQs
Which route direction is available from GSP toward Asheville?
Follow signs to I-85 North, continue about 5 miles, then take Exit 70 for I-26 West toward Asheville. This covers only part of the journey.
Does GSP have rental cars?
Yes. Providers include Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National Car Rental and Thrifty.
Is there ground transportation from GSP to Asheville?
Yes. Eastside Transportation serves Asheville and surrounding areas, with minivan, sedan, SUV, shuttle-bus and limousine-coach services.