Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 3, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
17m
Distance
11.9 mi
19 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.
Danwood, SC
Davis Vidal
Scranton, SC
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This short 11.9-mile drive from Danwood, SC to Scranton, SC takes approximately 17 minutes and is easily manageable as a single-day trip. With a modest fuel cost estimate of $2, it's an economical option for a quick journey within the Southeast region. The route primarily utilizes local roads, suggesting a more community-focused experience rather than a high-speed transit. You won't need an overnight stay for this trip; it's perfect for a spontaneous excursion or a brief leg of a larger adventure. Pack light and be ready for a straightforward drive.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Joe Rogers Memorial Bridge | 9.3 mi | 13m |
| South Irby Street | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| West Main Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Smallwood Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Main Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Step-by-step road directions between Danwood, SC and Scranton, SC.
Start on East Smallwood Road
Turn left onto US 52; US 301
Continue on US 52
Turn left onto West Main Street
Arrive at destination
2 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 11.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto US 52; US 301 / South Irby Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto West Main Street
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$1.89 one way
$3.79 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.41 | $2.06 | $4.13 |
| premium | $4.78 | $2.24 | $4.48 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $2.51 | $5.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.6 | 0 | $1.25 | $0.57 |
| Efficient EV | 3 | 0 | $1.04 | $0.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.67 | $0.76 |
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
Evening in Danwood on Wednesday
Local time
7:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
91°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Evening in Scranton on Wednesday
Local time
7:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
91°F
Mostly Sunny
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
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.
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this entire 11.9-mile route, as there's no highway percentage to speak of. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 9.3 miles on Joe Rogers Memorial Bridge, offering a significant portion of consistent driving. You'll navigate through South Irby Street and West Main Street, indicating a passage through populated areas. This drive's personality is defined by its local character, so anticipate navigating town streets and possibly encountering more frequent intersections compared to an interstate journey.
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 early in the drive near US 52; US 301 / South Irby Street.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Danwood, SC to Scranton, SC is easy. At 17m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 52; US 301 / South Irby Street): Navigation decision point; at 11.8 miles (West Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
26 ft
Total Descent
41 ft
Highest Point
108 ft
Elevation Range
37 ft
Scranton is a city in Northeastern Pennsylvania. It is near Wilkes-Barre, and is the seventh most populous city in the state. Today, it is perhaps best known as the setting of the hit TV show "The Office" and the birthplace of Joe Biden, the 46th President of the United States.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 17m. Total distance: 11.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
17m 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.
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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