Origin
Edgefield, SC
Late night in Edgefield on Sunday
Local time
3:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Edgefield, SC to Columbia, SC
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 22m
Distance
66.2 mi
107 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 16m
★
6 AM
1h 23m
8 AM
1h 36m
10 AM
1h 27m
12 PM
1h 26m
3 PM
1h 28m
5 PM
1h 35m
8 PM
1h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Edgefield, SC
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip between Edgefield and Columbia, South Carolina, you can expect a straightforward journey covering approximately 68.2 miles. This drive typically takes about 1 hour and 9 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. You won't need to worry about overnight logistics, as the route is short enough to complete in a single sitting. Budgeting around $11 for fuel should comfortably cover your travel costs between these two Southeast locations. Because the route stays entirely within the state, you can look forward to a consistent, local driving experience without crossing regional borders.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 20 | 39.1 mi | 43m |
| Augusta Road | 11.9 mi | 16m |
| Edgefield Highway | 6 mi | 8m |
| Highway 19 | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| Jarvis Klapman Boulevard | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Gervais Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Hampton Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 20
— 39.1 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Edgefield, SC and Columbia, SC.
1
Start on US 25; SC 23
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
2
Continue on US 25
5.8 mi
·
7 min
·
Augusta Road
3
Continue on SC 19
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Highway 19
4
Continue on SC 19
6.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Edgefield Highway
5
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
6
Merge onto I 20
39 mi
·
43 min
·
I 20
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 58
Toward US 1: Columbia Airport, West Columbia, Lexington
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn left onto US 1
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Augusta Road
9
Continue on US 1
5.9 mi
·
8 min
·
Augusta Road
10
Turn straight onto SC 12
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Jarvis Klapman Boulevard
11
Continue on SC 12
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
Hampton Street
12
Turn right onto Williams Street
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Williams Street
13
Turn right onto US 21; US 176; US 321
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Huger Street
14
Turn left onto Gervais Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Gervais Street
Use the left lane.
15
Arrive at destination
Gervais Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.1 miles from Edgefield, 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 16.3 and 65.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
16.3 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
5
16.6 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
I 20
Merge onto I 20
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
55.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
Take the exit toward US 1: Columbia Airport, West Columbia, Lexington
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 58
Toward US 1: Columbia Airport, West Columbia, L...
5
65.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m in
|
US 21; US 176; US 321 / Huger Street
Turn right onto US 21; US 176; US 321 / Huger Street
Navigation decision point
4
65.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m in
|
Gervais Street
Turn left onto Gervais Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.35 one way
$20.70 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $11.32 | $22.64 |
| premium | $4.70 | $12.25 | $24.50 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.62 | $29.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.9 | 0 | $6.95 | $3.18 |
| Efficient EV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.79 | $2.65 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.5 | 0 | $9.27 | $4.24 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Columbia, SC
Late night in Columbia on Sunday
Local time
3:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Mostly Clear
S 3 mph
0% chance
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
10 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
1h 22m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise on this route. You will navigate primarily via Augusta Road, Highway 19, and Edgefield Highway, which means the journey is defined by local roads rather than high-speed highway stretches. In fact, there is no highway share to speak of, and you will find that there is no single long, uninterrupted stretch on Augusta Road. This creates a more involved driving experience where you stay alert to turns and road changes throughout the entire 68.2-mile distance. It is a practical, hands-on drive that keeps you engaged with the local landscape from start to finish.
64% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 39.1 mi on I 20.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 20 and Augusta Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 16.3 miles in.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 22m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 16.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 16.6 miles (I 20): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Edgefield, SC to Columbia, SC, road signs begin pointing toward Lexington along the way.
Lexington
55.8 mi in
|
~1h 6m
About the Cities
Arriving 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 1h 22m. Total distance: 66.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (64%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 39.1 miles on I 20. 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 16.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 16.6 miles (I 20): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Columbia, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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