Origin
Cane Savannah, SC
Afternoon in Cane Savannah on Sunday
Local time
1:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cane Savannah, SC to Columbia, SC
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
53m
Distance
38.8 mi
62 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 49m
★
6 AM
0h 53m
8 AM
1h 2m
10 AM
0h 56m
12 PM
0h 55m
3 PM
0h 57m
5 PM
1h 1m
8 PM
0h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cane Savannah, SC
Luiz Fernando Maciel
Trip Overview
This straightforward 38.8-mile drive from Cane Savannah to Columbia, South Carolina, is easily manageable in about 53 minutes, making it an ideal day trip. With 84% of the journey on highways, you'll experience a largely focused drive with a modest fuel cost estimated at $6. The route primarily utilizes US 76 and Patriot Parkway, offering a direct path through the Southeast region. Since it's a short and efficient trip, you won't need to worry about overnight stays, allowing for maximum flexibility in your schedule. Consider this a practical and quick transit between two points within the same state.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 76 | 29.5 mi | 35m |
| Patriot Parkway | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| North St Pauls Church Road | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| Gervais Street | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| Millwood Avenue | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| Devine Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Wedgefield Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 76
— 29.5 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cane Savannah, SC and Columbia, SC.
1
Start on SC 763
71 ft
·
5 sec
·
Wedgefield Road
2
Turn left onto North St Pauls Church Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North St Pauls Church Road
3
Continue on North St Pauls Church Road
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
North St Pauls Church Road
4
Turn left onto SC 441
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Patriot Parkway
5
Turn left onto US 76; US 378
30 mi
·
35 min
·
US 76; US 378
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on US 76; US 378
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Devine Street
7
Turn slight right onto US 76; US 378
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Millwood Avenue
8
Turn left onto US 1; US 76; US 378
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Gervais Street
9
Continue on Gervais Street
234 ft
·
22 sec
·
Gervais Street
10
Arrive at destination
Gervais Street
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 38.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.4 miles from Cane Savannah, 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
3 of 33 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 5.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
North St Pauls Church Road
Turn left onto North St Pauls Church Road
Navigation decision point
4
2.5 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
SC 441 / Patriot Parkway
Turn left onto SC 441 / Patriot Parkway
Navigation decision point
4
5.4 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
US 76; US 378
Turn left onto US 76; US 378
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.07 one way
$12.13 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $6.63 | $13.27 |
| premium | $4.70 | $7.18 | $14.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.57 | $17.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.07 | $1.86 |
| Efficient EV | 9.7 | 0 | $3.39 | $1.55 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.5 | 0 | $5.43 | $2.48 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Columbia, SC
Afternoon in Columbia on Sunday
Local time
1:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
90°F
Hopkins, 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
53m 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 highway-focused experience on this 38.8-mile route, with 84% of your travel occurring on higher-speed roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 29.5 miles along US 76, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of the drive. You'll also navigate Patriot Parkway and North St Pauls Church Road, which contribute to the predominantly highway feel. This isn't a winding scenic byway, but rather a direct and efficient connection designed for getting from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 29.5 mi on US 76.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 76 and Patriot Parkway. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North St Pauls Church Road.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Cane Savannah, SC to Columbia, SC is easy. At 53m with 84% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North St Pauls Church Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.5 miles (SC 441 / Patriot Parkway): Navigation decision point; at 5.4 miles (US 76; US 378): Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in Columbia, SC
Full guide →Columbia is the capital city and second largest city in South Carolina. It is home to the main campus of the University of South Carolina, and to the Army's Fort Jackson. It is in the approximate geographic center of the state, and was one of the first planned cities in the United States.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 53m. Total distance: 38.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 29.5 miles on US 76. 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 (North St Pauls Church Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.5 miles (SC 441 / Patriot Parkway): Navigation decision point; at 5.4 miles (US 76; US 378): 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 Columbia, 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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