Origin
Bethune, SC
Morning in Bethune on Tuesday
Local time
8:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bethune, SC to Spears Creek, 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
55m
Distance
38.1 mi
61 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bethune, SC
Junior Bastos
Spears Creek, SC
Keith Cassill
Trip Overview
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 87
Toward Elgin, White Pond Road
Use 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.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
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 115 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
$5.96 one way
$11.92 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $6.51 | $13.03 |
| premium | $4.70 | $7.05 | $14.10 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.41 | $16.82 |
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, 2026-04-13.
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.
Destination
Spears Creek, SC
Morning in Spears Creek on Tuesday
Local time
8:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
89°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
83°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
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?
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 Effort
5/10
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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
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. 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.
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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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