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Trip from Clio, SC to Argyle, SC

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 20, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

20m

Distance

10.7 mi

17 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$2

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

4 AM
0h 19m ★
6 AM
0h 21m
8 AM
0h 24m
10 AM
0h 22m
12 PM
0h 22m
3 PM
0h 22m
5 PM
0h 24m
8 PM
0h 20m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Clio, SC, SC

Clio, SC

John Kostopoulos

Downtown Argyle, SC, SC

Argyle, SC

Ryan Klaus

Trip Overview

Clio to Argyle is 10.7 miles and takes about 20m via State Highway 381, with a fuel budget near $2 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short drive stays within South Carolina, connecting two points in the Southeast region. It's a straightforward trip, mostly on highways, making it an easy addition to a longer journey or a quick errand. Plan for a brief drive that requires minimal logistics, perfect for when you're short on time but still need to cover ground.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
State Highway 381 6.9 mi 12m
Hunts Bluff Road 2 mi 4m
Society Street 0.9 mi 1m
East High Street 0.9 mi 1m
Salem Road <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: State Highway 381 — 6.9 mi, about 12m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Clio, SC and Argyle, SC.

1

Start on SC 381

0.9 mi · 1 min · Society Street
2

Continue on SC 381

6.9 mi · 12 min · State Highway 381
3

Continue on SC 381

0.9 mi · 1 min · East High Street
4

Continue on County Road 57

2.0 mi · 4 min · Hunts Bluff Road
5

Turn left onto County Road 18

51 ft · 1 sec · Salem Road
6

Arrive at destination

County Road 18

Heads-up: tricky spots

1 of 1

1 decision points cluster around mile 10.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
10.7 mi into trip | ~20m in | County Road 18 / Salem Road

Turn left onto County Road 18 / Salem Road

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$1.58 one way

$3.16 round trip

$3.75/gal 25.4 MPG avg 4 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.12 $1.74 $3.47
premium $4.49 $1.89 $3.78
diesel $4.80 $2.02 $4.04

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$2

Estimated CO2 emission: 3.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.

Driving Electric?

About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 3.2 0 $1.12 $0.51
Efficient EV 2.7 0 $0.94 $0.43
EV Truck/SUV 4.3 0 $1.50 $0.68

Gas CO2

4 kg

EV CO2

1 kg (75% 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 Jul 11, 2026

Origin

Clio, SC

Late night in Clio on Monday

Local time

4:11 AM

EDT

Current temp

72°F

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

W 2 to 9 mph 20% chance Live forecast

Heat Advisory

Heat Advisory issued July 11 at 6:52PM EDT until July 12 at 7:00PM EDT by NWS Charleston SC

Flash Flood Warning

Flash Flood Warning issued July 11 at 6:45PM EDT until July 11 at 11:45PM EDT by NWS Charleston SC

Destination

Argyle, SC

Late night in Argyle on Monday

Local time

4:11 AM

EDT

Current temp

73°F

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

W 1 to 8 mph 19% chance Live forecast

Heat Advisory

Heat Advisory issued July 11 at 6:52PM EDT until July 12 at 7:00PM EDT by NWS Charleston SC

Flash Flood Warning

Flash Flood Warning issued July 11 at 6:45PM EDT until July 11 at 11:45PM EDT by NWS Charleston SC

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

20m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 65% of the journey on such roads. You'll experience stretches of higher-speed driving, including a continuous 6.9-mile segment on State Highway 381. The route transitions through Hunts Bluff Road and Society Street, offering a mix of highway momentum and local road access. Expect a relatively smooth ride that prioritizes efficient travel over winding scenic byways, keeping you moving steadily towards your destination.

65% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
6 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 6.9 mi on State Highway 381.

How Hard Is This Drive?

1/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 381 and Hunts Bluff Road. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 10.7 miles in near County Road 18 / Salem Road.

Driving Effort 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Clio, SC to Argyle, SC is easy. At 20m with 65% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

There is one spot that needs extra attention: at 10.7 miles (County Road 18 / Salem Road): Navigation decision point.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

194 ft 96 ft

Total Climb

62 ft

Total Descent

135 ft

Highest Point

194 ft

Elevation Range

97 ft

About the Cities

Starting in Clio, SC

Full guide →

Top landmarks

  • • Clio Historic District — park in the United States of America

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 20m. Total distance: 10.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

20m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (65%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 6.9 miles on State Highway 381. 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.

There is one spot that needs extra attention: at 10.7 miles (County Road 18 / Salem Road): Navigation decision point.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Argyle, 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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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