Traveling the 93 miles from Cherryvale to Summerville is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 49 minutes. Because the trip is short and efficient, it is easily manageable as a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $15 on fuel to complete the trek. The route relies heavily on major thoroughfares, including I-95, I-26, and Manning Road, keeping you firmly within the Southeast region for the duration of the trip. If you are looking for a quick, no-nonsense connection between these two South Carolina locations, this highway-focused drive is a practical choice.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
46.5 miles from Cherryvale, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 57m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
36 mi
38m
I 26
30.3 mi
32m
Manning Road
12.1 mi
13m
Broad Street
4.7 mi
7m
North Guignard Drive
3.6 mi
4m
North Main Street
2 mi
3m
South Guignard Parkway
1.1 mi
1m
North St Pauls Church Road
1 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 36 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cherryvale, SC and Summerville, SC.
1
Start on Dorsey Drive
0.5 mi·2 min·Dorsey Drive
2
At end of road, turn left onto North St Pauls Church Road
1.0 mi·1 min·North St Pauls Church Road
3
Turn right onto US 76; US 378
3.7 mi·5 min·Broad Street
Use the straight lane.
4
Keep slight right at fork onto US 76 Business
1.1 mi·1 min·Broad Street
5
Turn slight right onto US 521
0.7 mi·1 min·Bultman Drive
6
Continue on US 521
3.6 mi·4 min·North Guignard Drive
7
Continue on US 521
1.1 mi·1 min·South Guignard Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Turn right onto US 521
12 mi·13 min·Manning Road
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi·47 sec
Toward I 95 South: Savannah
10
Merge onto I 95
36 mi·38 min·I 95
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi·51 sec
Exit 86AToward I 26 East: Charleston
12
Merge onto I 26
30 mi·32 min·I 26
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi·35 sec
Exit 199AToward US 17 Alternate South: SummervilleUse the slight right lane.
14
Turn straight onto US 17 Alternate
2.0 mi·3 min·North Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Turn left onto East Richardson Avenue
116 ft·5 sec·East Richardson Avenue
Use the left lane.
16
Turn right
92 ft·6 sec
17
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip with no scheduled stops, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Aim to leave during off-peak hours to avoid potential congestion on the interstate segments, especially when merging onto I-26. With a $15 fuel budget, it is wise to ensure your tank is topped off before hitting the road, as there are no mandated stops built into this 93-mile itinerary. If you find yourself needing a break, use the flexibility of the short drive to pull over at your convenience rather than forcing a stop on a strict schedule. Given the highway-heavy nature of the route, stay alert during the 36-mile stretch on I-95 to maintain focus.
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 46.5 miles from Cherryvale, SC, or about 57m 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 20 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.5 miles or 57m 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 29m
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 Cherryvale, SC so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Cherryvale, SC
This is one driving day of about 93 miles and 1h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Cherryvale, 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 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 93 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.5 mi into trip|~2m in|North St Pauls Church Road
At end of road, turn left onto North St Pauls Church Road
Navigation decision point
5
1.5 mi into trip|~3m in|US 76; US 378 / Broad Street
Turn right onto US 76; US 378 / Broad Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
60.1 mi into trip|~1h 11m in
Take the exit toward I 26 East: Charleston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 86A
Toward I 26 East: Charleston
7
90.7 mi into trip|~1h 45m 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
93 mi into trip|~1h 49m in|East Richardson Avenue
Turn left onto East Richardson Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.54 one way
$29.09 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg33 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$15.90
$31.80
premium
$4.70
$17.21
$34.42
diesel
$5.61
$20.53
$41.07
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
27.9
0
$9.76
$4.46
Efficient EV
23.3
0
$8.14
$3.72
EV Truck/SUV
37.2
0
$13.02
$5.95
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026
Origin
Cherryvale, SC
Late night
in Cherryvale on Tuesday
Local time
4:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Summerville, SC
Late night
in Summerville on Tuesday
Local time
4:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°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
2 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
1h 49m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Congaree National Park
National Park
Astonishing biodiversity exists in Congaree National Park, the largest intact expanse of old growth bottomland hardwood forest remaining in the southeastern United States. Waters from the Congaree and...
20 mi from route
~50 min detour
Free
Caution: Backcountry Trail Conditions
Park Closure: Boardwalk Partially Closed for Construction
Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Two forts stand at the entrance of Charleston Harbor. Patriots inside a palmetto log fort, later named Fort Moultrie, defeated the Royal Navy in 1776. As Charleston blazed a path towards secession to...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a drive defined by speed and efficiency, as 72% of the journey takes place on highways. You will spend a significant portion of your time on the interstate, with your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 36 miles along I-95. The experience is primarily an interstate grind, prioritizing arrival time over winding backroads or scenic detours. While Manning Road provides a transition between these larger arteries, the route maintains a consistent, high-speed pace throughout. Behind the wheel, you should be prepared for steady cruising rather than technical maneuvering, making this a simple route to navigate.
72% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 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?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and I 26. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near North St Pauls Church Road.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 93 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: at 0.5 miles (North St Pauls Church Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles (US 76; US 378 / Broad Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 60.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 49m. Total distance: 93 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). 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.
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: at 0.5 miles (North St Pauls Church Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles (US 76; US 378 / Broad Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 60.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes — Congaree National Park and Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical 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 Summerville, SC before heading back.
