Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
18m
Distance
10.2 mi
16 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bennettsville, SC
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Argyle, SC
Ryan Klaus
This short 10.2-mile drive from Bennettsville to Argyle in South Carolina will take you about 18 minutes, making it an ideal day trip. With a minimal fuel cost estimated at just $2, this journey is very budget-friendly. The route primarily utilizes local roads, including Blenheim Highway, Broad Street, and Hunts Bluff Road, with only about 8% on highways. Its turn-heavy nature suggests a more engaged driving experience rather than a simple point-to-point cruise. Given the short distance and duration, you won't need an overnight stop, offering plenty of flexibility for your schedule.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Blenheim Highway | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| Broad Street | 2 mi | 3m |
| Hunts Bluff Road | 2 mi | 4m |
| State Highway 38 | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| West High Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| South Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Marlboro Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| West Market Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Bennettsville, SC and Argyle, SC.
Start on West Market Street
Turn sharp right onto North Marlboro Street
Turn right onto SC 385
Turn left onto SC 9 Business; SC 38 Business
Continue on State Highway 38
Continue on State Highway 38
Continue on South Main Street
Turn right onto West High Street
Continue on County Road 57
Turn left onto County Road 18
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 10.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn sharp right onto North Marlboro Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Turn right onto SC 385 / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto SC 9 Business; SC 38 Business / Broad Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto West High Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto County Road 18 / Salem Road
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$1.60 one way
$3.19 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $1.74 | $3.49 |
| premium | $4.70 | $1.89 | $3.78 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.25 | $4.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.1 | 0 | $1.07 | $0.49 |
| Efficient EV | 2.6 | 0 | $0.89 | $0.41 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.43 | $0.65 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Bennettsville on Sunday
Local time
3:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
93°F
Sunny
Destination
Late night in Argyle on Sunday
Local time
3:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with a highway share of only 8%. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 4.5 miles along Blenheim Highway. This isn't a high-speed highway cruise; rather, it's a more intimate journey through local roads, requiring your attention with frequent turns. The character of the drive is defined by its local feel, winding through the landscape without long stretches of monotonous highway driving.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Marlboro Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 18m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Marlboro Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.1 miles (SC 385 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (SC 9 Business; SC 38 Business / Broad Street): Navigation decision point.
Interesting stops within a short detour of your drive.
Fast_food
Near the start, right off the route
SC
Cuisine: burger
Hours: Mo-Su 05:00-23:00
Visit websitePark
Near the start, right off the route
Park
Near the start, right off the route
District
Near the start, right off the route
Points of interest from OpenStreetMap contributors. Listings may not reflect current hours or availability.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 18m. Total distance: 10.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (8%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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