Origin
Argyle, SC
Late night in Argyle on Tuesday
Local time
5:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Argyle, SC to Tatum, SC
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
24m
Distance
15.6 mi
25 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 22m
★
6 AM
0h 25m
8 AM
0h 29m
10 AM
0h 26m
12 PM
0h 26m
3 PM
0h 26m
5 PM
0h 29m
8 PM
0h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Argyle, SC
Ryan Klaus
Tatum, SC
Junior Bastos
Trip Overview
This 15.6-mile journey from Argyle, SC, to Tatum, SC, is a quick trip, estimated to take just 24 minutes. With a modest fuel cost of around $2, it's an economical option for a short excursion. The route, primarily utilizing US 15 and Blenheim Highway, offers a mixed driving experience. Given its brevity, this drive is perfectly suited as a single-day trip, allowing for plenty of flexibility in your schedule. You'll be staying within the Southeast region for this entire drive, making it a straightforward local exploration.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 15 | 6.2 mi | 7m |
| Blenheim Highway | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| Hunts Bluff Road | 2 mi | 4m |
| Broad Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| State Highway 38 | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| West High Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| South Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Salem Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 15
— 6.2 mi, about 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Argyle, SC and Tatum, SC.
1
Start on County Road 18
51 ft
·
4 sec
·
Salem Road
2
Turn right onto County Road 57
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Hunts Bluff Road
3
Continue on West High Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West High Street
4
Turn left onto South Main Street
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
South Main Street
5
Continue on State Highway 38
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Blenheim Highway
6
Continue on State Highway 38
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 38
7
Continue on Broad Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Broad Street
8
Turn right onto US 15; US 401; SC 9
6.2 mi
·
7 min
·
US 15; US 401; SC 9
9
Arrive at destination
US 15; US 401
Heads-up: tricky spots
3 of 33 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 9.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
County Road 57 / Hunts Bluff Road
Turn right onto County Road 57 / Hunts Bluff Road
Navigation decision point
3
2.4 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
South Main Street
Turn left onto South Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
9.4 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
US 15; US 401; SC 9
Turn right onto US 15; US 401; SC 9
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.44 one way
$4.88 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $2.67 | $5.33 |
| premium | $4.70 | $2.89 | $5.77 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.44 | $6.89 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.7 | 0 | $1.64 | $0.75 |
| Efficient EV | 3.9 | 0 | $1.37 | $0.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.18 | $1.00 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Tatum, SC
Late night in Tatum on Tuesday
Local time
5:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
24m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a mixed drive on this route, with about 45% of the journey taking place on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 6.2 miles along US 15. This road isn't a monotonous interstate experience; instead, it blends highway segments with local road driving, offering some variety as you travel. You'll likely experience changes in speed and scenery as you transition between these different road types.
45% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 6.2 mi on US 15.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near County Road 57 / Hunts Bluff Road.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Argyle, SC to Tatum, SC is easy. At 24m with 45% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (County Road 57 / Hunts Bluff Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles (South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 9.4 miles (US 15; US 401; SC 9): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
207 ft
128 ft
Total Climb
80 ft
Total Descent
12 ft
Highest Point
207 ft
~14.5 mi in
Elevation Range
79 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 24m. Total distance: 15.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (45%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 6.2 miles on US 15. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (County Road 57 / Hunts Bluff Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles (South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 9.4 miles (US 15; US 401; SC 9): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Tatum, SC before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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