Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
23m
Distance
12.6 mi
20 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hopkins, SC
Job1505 De waal
Columbia, SC to Hopkins, SC is 12.6 miles and takes about 23 minutes via Garners Ferry Road, with a fuel budget near $2 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Southeast region, specifically within South Carolina. Given its brief duration, it's a straightforward drive that doesn't require extensive planning. Consider this route for a quick local excursion where you'll spend most of your time on surface streets rather than highways. It's an easy local connection, perfect for when you need to get from point A to point B without much fuss.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Garners Ferry Road | 5.1 mi | 6m |
| Old Hopkins Road | 2.9 mi | 6m |
| Millwood Avenue | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Devine Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Gervais Street | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| State Highway 222 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Lower Richland Boulevard | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Columbia, SC and Hopkins, SC.
Start on Gervais Street
Turn right onto US 76; US 378
Continue on US 76; US 378
Continue on US 76; US 378
Take the exit
Turn straight onto State Highway 222
Continue on Old Hopkins Road
At end of road, turn right onto Lower Richland Boulevard
Arrive at destination
3 decision points cluster between mile 1.3 and 12.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto US 76; US 378 / Millwood Avenue
Navigation decision point
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
At end of road, turn right onto Lower Richland Boulevard
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$1.97 one way
$3.94 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $2.15 | $4.31 |
| premium | $4.70 | $2.33 | $4.66 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.78 | $5.56 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.8 | 0 | $1.32 | $0.60 |
| Efficient EV | 3.2 | 0 | $1.10 | $0.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5 | 0 | $1.76 | $0.81 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Columbia on Sunday
Local time
1:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Mostly Clear
Destination
Afternoon in Hopkins on Sunday
Local time
1:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
This route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll be navigating a series of intersections and changes in direction. With a highway share of only 3%, expect to be on local roads for the vast majority of the journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 5.1 miles on Garners Ferry Road, offering a brief period of consistent travel before more turns. You'll primarily be using Garners Ferry Road, Old Hopkins Road, and Millwood Avenue. The drive feels like a typical neighborhood or town connection, requiring your attention at each junction.
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.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Columbia, SC to Hopkins, SC is easy. At 23m with 3% 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 9.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 12.5 miles (Lower Richland Boulevard): Navigation decision point.
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).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 23m. Total distance: 12.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (3%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
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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