Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Clemson travel guide

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You're Going to Love Clemson

With a population of 13,905, Clemson is a must-see destination in South Carolina, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Clemson to see all of its attractions.

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Where to Eat in Clemson

If you’re looking for affordable options, Rick Erwin's Clemson (127 Market Street) and Palmetto's Smokehouse and Oyster Bar (199 Old Greenville Hwy) are great picks.

When to visit Clemson

Clemson in January
Estimated hotel price
$130
1 night at 3-star hotel
Clemson in January
Estimated hotel price
$130
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Clemson in July, when the average temperature is 78.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 89.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 32 °F, with an average temperature of 42.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 5.6″. In contrast, September is usually the driest month of the year in Clemson, with an average rainfall of 3.5″.

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How to Get to Clemson

Plane

Although Clemson doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Greenville (GSP), which is located 38 miles from Clemson. The shortest domestic flight to Clemson departs from Sarasota and takes around 1h 39m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Clemson. The train journey from Clemson to Charlotte takes 2h 29m and costs around $34 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Atlanta, expect to pay about $40 for a 2h 49m trip. The train station in Clemson is called Clemson, and is located 0.6 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Clemson is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 109 miles from Clemson. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Clemson using FlixBus or Greyhound. From Atlanta, the bus ride to Clemson takes 155 miles and will cost you around $71. From Nashville, the ticket costs about $58 for a journey of 520 miles.

Plane

Although Clemson doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Greenville (GSP), which is located 38 miles from Clemson. The shortest domestic flight to Clemson departs from Sarasota and takes around 1h 39m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Clemson. The train journey from Clemson to Charlotte takes 2h 29m and costs around $34 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Atlanta, expect to pay about $40 for a 2h 49m trip. The train station in Clemson is called Clemson, and is located 0.6 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Clemson is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 109 miles from Clemson. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Clemson using FlixBus or Greyhound. From Atlanta, the bus ride to Clemson takes 155 miles and will cost you around $71. From Nashville, the ticket costs about $58 for a journey of 520 miles.

Airports near Clemson

USCUnion County
GSPGreenville
AVLAsheville Regional

Airlines serving Clemson

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,922 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,317 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (851 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,459 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,066 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,767 reviews)
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Where to stay in Clemson

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Clemson - Univ Area and Hotel Tillman.

Most popular hotel in Clemson by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Clemson

Most booked hotels in Clemson

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Liberty Hall Bed and Breakfast
4 stars
Excellent (9.7, 58 reviews)
$148+
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The Shepherd Hotel Downtown Clemson
4 stars
Excellent (9.4, 74 reviews)
$198+
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Lakeside Lodge Clemson
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 854 reviews)
$134+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Clemson - Univ Area
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 255 reviews)
$130+
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Comfort Inn and Suites Clemson - University Area
2 stars
Good (7.9, 667 reviews)
$108+
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Best Western Plus Clemson Hotel & Conference Center
2 stars
Good (7.5, 446 reviews)
$107+
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Renting a car in Clemson

Renting a car in Clemson costs $57 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 29% cheaper than airport locations in Clemson.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Clemson (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.

Renting a car in Clemson costs $57 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 29% cheaper than airport locations in Clemson.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Clemson (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.

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