Origin
Columbia, SC
Morning in Columbia on Tuesday
Local time
6:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Columbia, SC to Dalzell, SC
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
56m
Distance
40.6 mi
65 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 52m
★
6 AM
0h 57m
8 AM
1h 6m
10 AM
1h 0m
12 PM
0h 59m
3 PM
1h 0m
5 PM
1h 5m
8 PM
0h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dalzell, SC
Erik Karits
Trip Overview
This straightforward 40.6-mile drive from Columbia, SC, to Dalzell, SC, is easily manageable in under an hour, making it a perfect day trip. With an estimated fuel cost of $6, this route is budget-friendly for a quick journey through the Southeast. You'll be navigating primarily local roads, so expect a more involved driving experience than a highway cruise. There are no overnight stops recommended, and the entire trip stays within South Carolina, offering a convenient local exploration. Consider this a simple, direct connection for a short excursion.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Garners Ferry Road | 29.3 mi | 35m |
| Frierson Road | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| Peach Orchard Road | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Millwood Avenue | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Devine Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Gervais Street | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| Camden Highway | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Rhodes Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Garners Ferry Road
— 29.3 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Columbia, SC and Dalzell, SC.
1
Start on Gervais Street
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Gervais Street
2
Turn right onto US 76; US 378
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Millwood Avenue
3
Continue on US 76; US 378
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Devine Street
4
Continue on US 76; US 378
29 mi
·
35 min
·
Garners Ferry Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Turn left onto SC 441
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Peach Orchard Road
6
Turn right onto Rhodes Avenue
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Rhodes Avenue
7
Enter roundabout onto Rhodes Avenue
20 ft
·
1 sec
·
Rhodes Avenue
8
Continue on Rhodes Avenue
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Rhodes Avenue
9
Turn left onto Frierson Road
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Frierson Road
10
At end of road, turn right onto Camden Highway
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Camden Highway
11
Arrive at destination
Camden Highway
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 40.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.3 miles from Columbia, 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 65 decision points cluster between mile 1.3 and 40.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
1.3 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
US 76; US 378 / Millwood Avenue
Turn right onto US 76; US 378 / Millwood Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
35.9 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
Rhodes Avenue
Turn right onto Rhodes Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
36 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
Rhodes Avenue
Enter roundabout onto Rhodes Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
36.3 mi into trip
|
~50m in
|
Frierson Road
Turn left onto Frierson Road
Navigation decision point
5
40.1 mi into trip
|
~55m in
|
Camden Highway
At end of road, turn right onto Camden Highway
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.35 one way
$12.70 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $6.94 | $13.88 |
| premium | $4.70 | $7.51 | $15.03 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.96 | $17.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.2 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 | 12.2 | 0 | $4.26 | $1.95 |
| Efficient EV | 10.2 | 0 | $3.55 | $1.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.2 | 0 | $5.68 | $2.60 |
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
Dalzell, SC
Morning in Dalzell on Tuesday
Local time
6:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
56m 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 is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' with 0% highway share, meaning you'll be on surface streets for the entire 40.6 miles. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 29.3 miles along Garners Ferry Road. Expect to be making frequent turns and adjusting your speed as you navigate through local areas. The road will likely feel more intimate and connected to the communities you pass through, rather than a high-speed transit.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 29.3 mi on Garners Ferry Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.3 miles in near US 76; US 378 / Millwood Avenue.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Columbia, SC to Dalzell, SC is easy. At 56m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.3 miles (US 76; US 378 / Millwood Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 35.9 miles (Rhodes Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 36 miles (Rhodes Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
About the Cities
Starting 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 56m. Total distance: 40.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 29.3 miles on Garners Ferry Road. 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: at 1.3 miles (US 76; US 378 / Millwood Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 35.9 miles (Rhodes Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 36 miles (Rhodes Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
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 Dalzell, 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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