Traveling from Conway to Tega Cay covers 169 miles, typically taking about 3 hours and 40 minutes to complete. Because this journey fits comfortably into a single day, you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you prefer a slower pace. Plan for a fuel budget of approximately $27 to cover the trip, which keeps the costs quite manageable for a solo driver or a small group. You will navigate through the Southeast region, transitioning between the coastal character of Conway and the suburban environment of Tega Cay. This mixed-drive route is ideal for those who want to get from the lowcountry to the northern part of the state without an overly taxing schedule. It is a straightforward trek that allows you to reach your destination well before sunset if you depart in the morning.
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
84.5 miles from Conway, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 51m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Church Street
28.8 mi
34m
US 76
18.8 mi
24m
Pine Avenue
18.2 mi
20m
East Bobo Newsome Highway
15.4 mi
21m
US 601
14.7 mi
16m
Governor James G Martin Freeway
12.4 mi
13m
State Highway 151
12.1 mi
13m
Independence Boulevard
8.5 mi
12m
Longest stretch:
Church Street
— 28.8 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Conway, SC and Tega Cay, SC.
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Start on SC 905
461 ft·19 sec·4th Avenue
2
Turn right onto Elm Street
0.5 mi·1 min·Elm Street
3
Turn left onto S-26-29
314 ft·9 sec·9th Avenue
4
Turn right onto Pine Street
0.5 mi·1 min·Pine Street
5
Merge onto US 501; US 701
29 mi·34 min·Church Street
6
Turn straight onto SC 576
3.2 mi·3 min·SC 576
7
Continue on US 76
6.7 mi·7 min·US 76
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on US 76; US 301
12 mi·16 min·US 76; US 301
Use the straight lane.
9
Turn slight right onto East Cheves Street
1.0 mi·2 min·East Cheves Street
10
Turn right onto South Church Street
0.1 mi·13 sec·South Church Street
11
Continue on East Lucas Street
4.6 mi·7 min·East Lucas Street
12
Continue on US 52
3.4 mi·3 min·South Main Street
13
Continue on US 52
2.1 mi·2 min·North Governor Williams Highway
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
15
Turn left onto SC 34; SC 151
4.8 mi·6 min·Harry Byrd Highway
16
Continue on SC 34; SC 151
15 mi·21 min·East Bobo Newsome Highway
17
Continue on SC 151
4.9 mi·5 min·State Highway 151
18
Continue on SC 151
18 mi·20 min·Pine Avenue
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Continue on SC 151
7.1 mi·8 min·State Highway 151
20
Continue on SC 151
1.2 mi·1 min·Van Lingle Mungo Boulevard
21
Continue on US 601
15 mi·16 min·US 601
22
At end of road, turn slight left onto US 74; US 601
4.8 mi·5 min·East Roosevelt Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
23
Continue on US 74
8.5 mi·12 min·Independence Boulevard
Use the left lane.
24
Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
Exit 253Toward I 485: Pineville, HuntersvilleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Keep slight left at fork
1.1 mi·1 min
Toward I 485 South: Pineville
26
Merge onto I 485
12 mi·13 min·Governor James G Martin Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Take the exit
0.2 mi·41 sec
Exit 64BToward NC 51 South: Pineville-Matthews RoadUse the right lane.
28
Turn straight onto NC 51
2.7 mi·4 min·NC 51
Use the straight lane.
29
Continue on SC 51
1.0 mi·1 min·Highway 51
30
At end of road, turn left onto US 21
1.0 mi·1 min·Highway 21
31
Turn slight right onto Gold Hill Road
1.1 mi·2 min·Gold Hill Road
32
Continue on SC 460
3.6 mi·6 min·Gold Hill Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
33
Continue on Tega Cay Drive
1.8 mi·3 min·Tega Cay Drive
34
Turn left onto Windward Drive
0.3 mi·46 sec·Windward Drive
35
Turn slight right onto Windward Drive
277 ft·11 sec·Windward Drive
36
Enter roundabout onto Point Clear Drive
264 ft·11 sec·Point Clear Drive
37
Continue on Point Clear Drive
0.5 mi·1 min·Point Clear Drive
38
Arrive at destination
Point Clear Drive
Trip Plan
Since the total drive time is under four hours, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though leaving early helps avoid potential congestion. You should account for at least one planned stop during your 169-mile trek to stretch your legs and refuel. Keep your $27 fuel budget in mind, and consider filling up before you hit the longest 28.8-mile stretch on Church Street to ensure you have consistent momentum. Because the route relies on a mix of thoroughfares like US 76 and Pine Avenue, keep a close watch on your GPS for navigating transitions between these roads. Utilizing that single planned stop effectively will make the three-hour and 40-minute duration feel much shorter and more comfortable for everyone in the car.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 84.5 miles from Conway, SC, or about 1h 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 28.8 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 37 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 84.5 miles or 1h 51m 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 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tega Cay, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Conway, SC so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Conway, SC
This is one driving day of about 169 miles and 3h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 miles from Conway, 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 Church Street for about 28.8 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 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 129.8 and 168.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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129.8 mi into trip|~2h 43m in|US 74; US 601 / East Roosevelt Boulevard
At end of road, turn slight left onto US 74; US 601 / East Roosevelt Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
143 mi into trip|~3h 1m in
Take the exit toward I 485: Pineville, Huntersville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 253
Toward I 485: Pineville, Huntersville
5
143.2 mi into trip|~3h 1m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 485 South: Pineville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 485 South: Pineville
7
156.6 mi into trip|~3h 16m in
Take the exit toward NC 51 South: Pineville-Matthews Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 64B
Toward NC 51 South: Pineville-Matthews Road
6
168.5 mi into trip|~3h 38m in|Point Clear Drive
Enter roundabout onto Point Clear Drive
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$26.43 one way
$52.86 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg59 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$28.90
$57.79
premium
$4.70
$31.28
$62.56
diesel
$5.61
$37.31
$74.63
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 59.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
50.7
0
$17.74
$8.11
Efficient EV
42.3
0
$14.79
$6.76
EV Truck/SUV
67.6
0
$23.66
$10.82
Gas CO2
59 kg
EV CO2
20 kg (66% 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 15, 2026
Origin
Conway, SC
Late night
in Conway on Sunday
Local time
3:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Tega Cay, SC
Late night
in Tega Cay on Sunday
Local time
3:57 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
12 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
3h 40m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a varied experience behind the wheel, as this 169-mile journey is classified as a mixed drive rather than a simple interstate sprint. You will spend roughly 39 percent of your time on highways, balancing faster stretches with more localized driving conditions. A significant portion of your travel will involve navigating Church Street, which features the route's longest uninterrupted stretch at 28.8 miles. As you transition between Church Street, US 76, and Pine Avenue, the character of the road shifts, requiring you to remain attentive to changing speed limits and traffic flow. This combination of segments ensures the drive stays engaging, preventing the repetitive monotony often associated with long-distance highway travel.
39% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
38 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 28.8 mi on Church Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 129.8 miles in near US 74; US 601 / East Roosevelt Boulevard.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 169 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 129.8 miles (US 74; US 601 / East Roosevelt Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 143 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 143.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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 Conway, SC to Tega Cay, SC, road signs begin pointing toward Huntersville along the way.
Huntersville
143 mi in|~3h 1m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 40m. Total distance: 169 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 28.8 miles on Church Street. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 Tega Cay, SC before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 129.8 miles (US 74; US 601 / East Roosevelt Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 143 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 143.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Possible but tiring. At 3.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Tega Cay, SC, but most travelers stay overnight.
