Traveling from Bishopville to Summerville covers approximately 106.7 miles, making it an efficient journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 9 minutes. Because this drive is easily manageable in a single day, you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless your schedule requires it. Budgeting around $17 for fuel should cover your trip comfortably, assuming standard vehicle efficiency. The route stays entirely within the Southeast region of South Carolina, providing a consistent feel as you move between these two areas. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick getaway, this highway-focused transit is straightforward and reliable. It serves as a practical connection for those looking to traverse this part of the state without unnecessary delays.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
53.4 miles from Bishopville, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 9m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
36 mi
38m
I 26
30.3 mi
32m
Manning Road
13.1 mi
15m
Sumter Highway
10.3 mi
15m
N Main St
6.4 mi
9m
North Main Street
5.8 mi
9m
North Lafayette Drive
3.5 mi
5m
Manning Avenue
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 36 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bishopville, SC and Summerville, SC.
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Start on US 15; SC 34; SC 341
0.7 mi·1 min·North Main Street
2
Continue on US 15
10 mi·15 min·Sumter Highway
3
Continue on US 15
6.4 mi·9 min·N Main St
4
Continue on US 15
3.1 mi·4 min·North Main Street
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on North Lafayette Drive
0.1 mi·13 sec·North Lafayette Drive
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Turn left
333 ft·5 sec
7
Continue on US 15
3.4 mi·5 min·North Lafayette Drive
8
Turn left onto US 521
0.2 mi·23 sec·Manning Avenue
Use the left lane.
9
Continue on US 521
13 mi·15 min·Manning Road
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi·47 sec
Toward I 95 South: Savannah
11
Merge onto I 95
36 mi·38 min·I 95
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi·51 sec
Exit 86AToward I 26 East: Charleston
13
Merge onto I 26
30 mi·32 min·I 26
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi·35 sec
Exit 199AToward US 17 Alternate South: SummervilleUse the slight right lane.
15
Turn straight onto US 17 Alternate
2.0 mi·3 min·North Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Turn left onto East Richardson Avenue
116 ft·5 sec·East Richardson Avenue
Use the left lane.
17
Turn right
92 ft·6 sec
18
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have the flexibility to depart whenever it suits your personal schedule without needing to plan for extensive rest stops. If you prefer to avoid heavy traffic, consider leaving during off-peak hours to ensure your 2-hour and 9-minute transit remains smooth. Because the longest single stretch is 36 miles on I-95, you can easily complete the entire trip in one go without feeling overly fatigued. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before merging onto the interstate, as your $17 budget is based on steady cruising. A helpful tip for this route is to verify your GPS settings before leaving Bishopville, as switching between Manning Road and the major interstates requires a few distinct navigation changes.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 53.4 miles from Bishopville, SC, or about 1h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 36 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 23 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 53.4 miles or 1h 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Summerville, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bishopville, SC so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bishopville, SC
This is one driving day of about 106.7 miles and 2h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Bishopville, SC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 36 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 20.7 and 106.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
20.7 mi into trip|~31m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
4
24.1 mi into trip|~36m in|US 521 / Manning Avenue
Turn left onto US 521 / Manning Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
73.8 mi into trip|~1h 31m in
Take the exit toward I 26 East: Charleston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 86A
Toward I 26 East: Charleston
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104.4 mi into trip|~2h 4m in
Take the exit toward US 17 Alternate South: Summerville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 199A
Toward US 17 Alternate South: Summerville
5
106.7 mi into trip|~2h 8m in|East Richardson Avenue
Turn left onto East Richardson Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.69 one way
$33.37 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg37 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$18.24
$36.49
premium
$4.70
$19.75
$39.50
diesel
$5.61
$23.56
$47.12
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
32
0
$11.20
$5.12
Efficient EV
26.7
0
$9.34
$4.27
EV Truck/SUV
42.7
0
$14.94
$6.83
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (68% 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 Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Bishopville, SC
Afternoon
in Bishopville on Sunday
Local time
4:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Summerville, SC
Afternoon
in Summerville on Sunday
Local time
4:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
87°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
38 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
2h 9m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a drive defined by speed and efficiency, as roughly 62% of your time will be spent on major highways. You will rely primarily on a combination of I-95, I-26, and Manning Road to navigate the distance. The most significant portion of your time behind the wheel involves a 36-mile uninterrupted stretch on I-95, which sets a steady, consistent pace for the first half of your trip. While the highway segments allow for quick progress, the transition onto local roads like Manning Road provides a change of scenery from the interstate grind. Overall, the personality of this route is utilitarian, prioritizing direct travel over winding backroads.
62% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 36 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and I 26. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 20.7 miles in.
Driving Effort6/10
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 106.7 miles you will encounter 10 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: at 20.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 24.1 miles (US 521 / Manning Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 73.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
231 ft36 ft
Total Climb
173 ft
Total Descent
323 ft
Highest Point
231 ft
~4.4 mi in
Elevation Range
195 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 9m. Total distance: 106.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (62%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 36 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Summerville, SC before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 20.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 24.1 miles (US 521 / Manning Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 73.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Summerville, SC before heading back.
