This 93.1-mile drive from Forestbrook, SC to Mount Pleasant, SC will take you about 2 hours and 6 minutes. Designed as a single-day trip, it's a straightforward journey through the Southeast region. With an estimated fuel cost of $15, this route is an economical option for a quick getaway. The main roads you'll be using include North Fraser Street, Ocean Highway, and Highway 17, offering a local feel for most of the way. Given its manageable distance and duration, it's perfect for a spontaneous road trip without the need for an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
46.6 miles from Forestbrook, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 4m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
North Fraser Street
53.2 mi
1h 9m
Ocean Highway
17.4 mi
25m
Highway 17
14 mi
16m
US 501
1.9 mi
2m
Church Street
1.4 mi
2m
Chuck Dawley Boulevard
1.3 mi
2m
US Highway 17 Bypass South
1.3 mi
1m
Forestbrook Road
0.9 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
North Fraser Street
— 53.2 mi, about 1h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Forestbrook, SC and Mount Pleasant, SC.
1
Start on Brookline Drive
336 ft·19 sec·Brookline Drive
2
Turn left onto Canna Trail
193 ft·8 sec·Canna Trail
3
Turn left onto Bellis Drive
0.1 mi·32 sec·Bellis Drive
4
At end of road, turn right onto S-26-137
0.9 mi·2 min·Forestbrook Road
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·53 sec
Toward US 501 South: Myrtle Beach
6
Merge onto US 501
1.9 mi·2 min·US 501
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi·39 sec
Toward US 501 South, US 17South: Surfside, GeorgetownUse the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto US 17
3.3 mi·3 min·Highway 17
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on US 17
1.3 mi·1 min·US Highway 17 Bypass South
10
Continue on US 17
11 mi·12 min·Highway 17
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on US 17
17 mi·25 min·Ocean Highway
12
Continue on US 17
0.3 mi·25 sec·L. H. Siau Bridge
13
Continue on US 17
1.4 mi·2 min·Church Street
14
Turn left onto US 17
53 mi·1 hr 9 min·North Fraser Street
Use the straight lane.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi·24 sec
Toward I 526 Business East: Chuck Dawley Boulevard
16
Merge onto I 526 Bus
0.3 mi·26 sec·Mark Clark Expressway
17
Continue on I 526 Bus
1.3 mi·2 min·Chuck Dawley Boulevard
18
Turn right onto SC 703
237 ft·12 sec·Coleman Boulevard
19
Turn left
76 ft·5 sec
20
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this 2-hour, 93.1-mile drive, flexibility is key. Since it's a single-day trip with a $15 fuel estimate, you can depart whenever suits you best, though an early start will maximize your time at your destination. There are no specific stops recommended, so plan your own breaks as needed. Pay attention to the "turn-heavy local drive" profile; anticipate frequent adjustments to your steering, especially on segments like North Fraser Street. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch without a major road change is over 53 miles.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 46.6 miles from Forestbrook, SC, or about 1h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 53.2 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 20 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.6 miles or 1h 4m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mount Pleasant, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Forestbrook, 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 Forestbrook, SC
This is one driving day of about 93.1 miles and 2h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Forestbrook, SC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on North Fraser Street for about 53.2 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.6 and 93.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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1.6 mi into trip|~3m in|US 501
Merge onto US 501
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
3.4 mi into trip|~6m in
Take the exit toward US 501 South, US 17South: Surfside, Georgetown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 501 South, US 17South: Surfside, Geor...
5
3.8 mi into trip|~7m in|US 17 / Highway 17
Merge onto US 17 / Highway 17
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
38.1 mi into trip|~53m in|US 17 / North Fraser Street
Turn left onto US 17 / North Fraser Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
93.1 mi into trip|~2h 6m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.56 one way
$29.12 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg33 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$15.92
$31.84
premium
$4.70
$17.23
$34.46
diesel
$5.61
$20.56
$41.11
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
27.9
0
$9.78
$4.47
Efficient EV
23.3
0
$8.15
$3.72
EV Truck/SUV
37.2
0
$13.03
$5.96
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (67% 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
Forestbrook, SC
Morning
in Forestbrook on Tuesday
Local time
9:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Mount Pleasant, SC
Morning
in Mount Pleasant on Tuesday
Local time
9:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
83°F
Georgetown, SC
47 mi in
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
23 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
2h 6m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Two forts stand at the entrance of Charleston Harbor. Patriots inside a palmetto log fort, later named Fort Moultrie, defeated the Royal Navy in 1776. As Charleston blazed a path towards secession to...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a "turn-heavy local drive" with only 19% of the journey on highways. You'll experience a dynamic mix of road types, transitioning from local streets to more open highway stretches. The longest continuous segment you'll encounter is 53.2 miles on North Fraser Street, offering a good period of consistent travel. This route's character is defined by its frequent turns and local road segments, making it an engaging drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. You'll feel connected to the landscape as you navigate through varied road conditions.
Only 19% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 53.2 mi on North Fraser Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in near US 501.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 93.1 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles (US 501): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.8 miles (US 17 / Highway 17): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Mount Pleasant is a large town in the Greater Charleston region of South Carolina. The population of the town has exploded, making it a very popular bedroom community of the city of Charleston.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 6m. Total distance: 93.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (19%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 53.2 miles on North Fraser Street. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles (US 501): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.8 miles (US 17 / Highway 17): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical 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 Mount Pleasant, SC before heading back.
