Origin
Cheraw, SC
Late night in Cheraw on Sunday
Local time
12:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Cheraw, SC to Goose Creek, SC
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 58m
Distance
146 mi
235 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 47m
★
6 AM
2h 58m
8 AM
3h 21m
10 AM
3h 6m
12 PM
3h 4m
3 PM
3h 7m
5 PM
3h 19m
8 PM
2h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cheraw, SC
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Goose Creek, SC
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Trip Overview
Cheraw, SC to Goose Creek, SC is 146 miles and takes about 2 hours 58 minutes via I 95 and local roads, with a fuel budget near $23 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within South Carolina, connecting two points in the Southeast region. The drive offers a mixed experience, balancing interstate speeds with local road navigation. It's a straightforward journey, suitable for a single day of travel, making it a convenient option for getting from point A to point B without extensive planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
73 miles from Cheraw, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 25m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 42.1 mi | 45m |
| South Williamsburg County Highway | 26.2 mi | 34m |
| North Governor Williams Highway | 19.8 mi | 22m |
| Goose Creek Boulevard South | 14.2 mi | 16m |
| Greeleyville Highway | 14.2 mi | 16m |
| US 52 | 11.2 mi | 15m |
| Gourdin Road | 5.1 mi | 8m |
| US 521 | 3.7 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 42.1 mi, about 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cheraw, SC and Goose Creek, SC.
1
Start on US 1; US 52; SC 9
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
2nd Street
2
Continue on US 1 Truck; US 52 Truck
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
·
Cash Boulevard
3
Continue on US 1 Truck; US 52 Truck
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Cash Road
4
Turn left onto US 1; US 52
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US 1; US 52
5
Turn straight onto US 52
11 mi
·
15 min
·
US 52
6
Turn right onto US 15; US 401
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
North Main Street
7
Continue on US 52; US 401
20 mi
·
22 min
·
North Governor Williams Highway
8
Continue on US 52
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West Lucas Street
9
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
10
Merge onto I 95
42 mi
·
45 min
·
I 95
11
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Toward US 521: Alcolu, Manning
12
Turn right onto US 521
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
US 521
13
Turn left onto US 521; SC 261
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
East Boyce Street
14
Continue on US 521; SC 261
14 mi
·
16 min
·
Greeleyville Highway
15
Continue on US 521
0.5 mi
·
36 sec
·
Society Street
16
Continue on SC 375
5.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Gourdin Road
17
Turn right onto US 52
26 mi
·
34 min
·
South Williamsburg County Highway
18
Continue on US 52
5.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Goose Creek Boulevard South
Use the left lane.
19
Keep slight right at fork onto US 52
9.0 mi
·
10 min
·
Goose Creek Boulevard South
20
Turn slight left onto Saint James Avenue
198 ft
·
7 sec
·
Saint James Avenue
21
Continue on Red Bank Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Red Bank Road
22
Turn right onto Old State Road
0.2 mi
·
55 sec
·
Old State Road
23
Turn right onto The Oaks Avenue
38 ft
·
1 sec
·
The Oaks Avenue
24
Arrive at destination
The Oaks Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of under 3 hours, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. Consider departing in the morning to allow for flexibility should you encounter unexpected delays. The longest uninterrupted stretch is about 42.1 miles on I 95, so plan your fuel stop before entering that section if your tank is low. With only one recommended stop, you have considerable freedom to pace yourself, making it a relaxed journey.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 73 miles from Cheraw, SC, or about 1h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 42.1 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 32 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73 miles or 1h 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Goose Creek, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Cheraw, SC so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Cheraw, SC
This is one driving day of about 146 miles and 2h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Cheraw, SC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 42.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
73 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 73 miles from Cheraw, 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 14.8 and 146 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
14.8 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
US 15; US 401 / North Main Street
Turn right onto US 15; US 401 / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
38.1 mi into trip
|
~47m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
5
80.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 33m in
Take the exit toward US 521: Alcolu, Manning
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 521: Alcolu, Manning
4
135.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 44m in
|
US 52 / Goose Creek Boulevard South
Keep slight right at fork onto US 52 / Goose Creek Boulevard South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
146 mi into trip
|
~2h 58m in
|
The Oaks Avenue
Turn right onto The Oaks Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.83 one way
$45.66 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
51 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $24.96 | $49.93 |
| premium | $4.70 | $27.02 | $54.04 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.23 | $64.47 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 43.8 | 0 | $15.33 | $7.01 |
| Efficient EV | 36.5 | 0 | $12.77 | $5.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 58.4 | 0 | $20.44 | $9.34 |
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (67% 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
Goose Creek, SC
Late night in Goose Creek on Sunday
Local time
12:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
81°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
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 58m 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 presents a mixed drive, with approximately 40% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter stretches on I 95, including one continuous segment of 42.1 miles, offering a chance to maintain steady speeds. As you move away from the interstate, the drive transitions to local roads like South Williamsburg County Highway and North Governor Williams Highway. This shift means you'll experience varying road conditions and speeds, requiring you to adapt your driving pace throughout the 146-mile trip.
40% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 42.1 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 14.8 miles in near US 15; US 401 / North Main Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 58m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 14.8 miles (US 15; US 401 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 38.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 80.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Cheraw, SC to Goose Creek, SC, road signs begin pointing toward Manning along the way.
Manning
80.4 mi in
|
~1h 33m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 58m. Total distance: 146 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (40%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 42.1 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 14.8 miles (US 15; US 401 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 38.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 80.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Goose 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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