Bethune, SC to Spears Creek, SC is 38.1 miles and takes about 55 minutes via Jefferson Davis Highway and I 20, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Southeast region, connecting two points in South Carolina. Expect a drive that has a lot of turns and requires your attention, making it more of a local transit than a cruising highway experience. With a drive time under an hour and a low fuel cost, this route is ideal for a quick, straightforward journey. It's a practical option if you're looking for a direct connection between these two locations without much fuss.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Jefferson Davis Highway
18.5 mi
25m
I 20
10.3 mi
11m
Tower Road
2.3 mi
3m
Sumter Highway
1.2 mi
1m
White Pond Road
0.8 mi
1m
Fort Jackson Road
0.7 mi
1m
Baldwin Road
0.7 mi
2m
Broad Street
0.7 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Jefferson Davis Highway
— 18.5 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bethune, SC and Spears Creek, SC.
1
Start on Elm Street
86 ft·5 sec·Elm Street
2
Turn right onto SC 341
0.1 mi·14 sec·Main Street North
3
Turn right onto US 1
0.6 mi·54 sec·King Street West
4
Continue on US 1
18 mi·25 min·Jefferson Davis Highway
5
Continue on US 1
0.5 mi·1 min·East Dekalb Street
6
Turn left onto Rippondon Street
0.3 mi·40 sec·Rippondon Street
7
Continue on York Street
0.7 mi·1 min·York Street
8
Turn left onto US 521
0.7 mi·1 min·Broad Street
9
Continue on US 521
1.2 mi·1 min·Sumter Highway
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi·35 sec
11
Merge onto I 20
10 mi·11 min·I 20
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi·36 sec
Exit 87Toward Elgin, White Pond RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork
88 ft·7 sec
Toward White Pond Road
14
Turn left onto White Pond Road
0.8 mi·1 min·White Pond Road
15
At end of road, turn right onto SC 12
0.7 mi·1 min·Fort Jackson Road
16
Turn left onto Tower Road
2.3 mi·3 min·Tower Road
17
Continue on Baldwin Road
0.7 mi·2 min·Baldwin Road
18
Arrive at destination
Baldwin Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
The midpoint is around 19.1 miles from Bethune, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 33.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|SC 341 / Main Street North
Turn right onto SC 341 / Main Street North
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|US 1 / King Street West
Turn right onto US 1 / King Street West
Navigation decision point
5
22.8 mi into trip|~34m in|I 20
Merge onto I 20
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
33.1 mi into trip|~45m in
Take the exit toward Elgin, White Pond Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 87
Toward Elgin, White Pond Road
6
33.4 mi into trip|~46m in
Keep slight left at fork toward White Pond Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward White Pond Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.84 one way
$11.68 round trip
$3.89/gal25.4 MPG avg13 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.27
$6.41
$12.81
premium
$4.64
$6.96
$13.91
diesel
$5.60
$8.40
$16.80
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging
· 0 stops
· 69% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
11.4
0
$4.00
$1.83
Efficient EV
9.5
0
$3.33
$1.52
EV Truck/SUV
15.2
0
$5.33
$2.44
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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.
Forecast as of Aug 15, 2026
Origin
Bethune, SC
Morning
in Bethune on Saturday
Local time
7:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Partly Cloudy
0 mph2% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued August 14 at 7:41PM EDT until August 15 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued August 14 at 7:37PM EDT until August 15 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
Destination
Spears Creek, SC
Morning
in Spears Creek on Saturday
Local time
7:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Partly Cloudy
W 1 mph3% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued August 14 at 7:41PM EDT until August 15 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued August 14 at 7:37PM EDT until August 15 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
74°F
Camden, SC
19 mi in
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
1 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
55m on the road
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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is characterized as a turn-heavy local drive, meaning you'll be navigating a good number of intersections and changes in direction. Approximately 27% of the drive is on highways, but the majority involves local roads. The longest stretch without a turn or significant change is 18.5 miles on Jefferson Davis Highway. This suggests a journey that frequently requires adjustments to your speed and steering, rather than a long, uninterrupted cruise. You'll likely experience a dynamic driving experience as you transition between different road types.
Only 27% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.5 mi on Jefferson Davis Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SC 341 / Main Street North.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 38.1 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SC 341 / Main Street North): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 1 / King Street West): Navigation decision point; at 22.8 miles (I 20): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
356 ft152 ft
Total Climb
375 ft
Total Descent
414 ft
Highest Point
356 ft
~5.4 mi in
Elevation Range
204 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Bethune, SC to Spears Creek, SC, road signs begin pointing toward Elgin along the way.
Elgin
33.1 mi in|~45m
Detours Along the Way
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
Doable as a same-day drive at 55m. Total distance: 38.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (27%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 18.5 miles on Jefferson Davis Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 4 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 (SC 341 / Main Street North): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 1 / King Street West): Navigation decision point; at 22.8 miles (I 20): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Congaree National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Spears Creek, SC before heading back.
