Origin
Georgetown, SC
Morning in Georgetown on Tuesday
Local time
6:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Georgetown, SC to Mount Pleasant, SC
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 13m
Distance
55.4 mi
89 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 7m
★
6 AM
1h 13m
8 AM
1h 25m
10 AM
1h 17m
12 PM
1h 16m
3 PM
1h 18m
5 PM
1h 24m
8 PM
1h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Georgetown, SC
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Mount Pleasant, SC
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Trip Overview
This 55.4-mile drive from Georgetown, SC to Mount Pleasant, SC is a straightforward, single-day trip, estimated to take about 1 hour and 13 minutes. You'll primarily navigate local roads, with a high share of highway driving contributing to the overall experience. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $9, making it an economical option. Given the short duration, it's perfectly suited for a day trip, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. Both the origin and destination are within the Southeast region, keeping the travel geographically consistent.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Fraser Street | 53.1 mi | 1h 9m |
| Chuck Dawley Boulevard | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Highmarket Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Mark Clark Expressway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Coleman Boulevard | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
North Fraser Street
— 53.1 mi, about 1h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Georgetown, SC and Mount Pleasant, SC.
1
Start on US 17 Alternate; US 521
0.3 mi
·
18 sec
·
Highmarket Street
2
Keep slight right at fork onto US 521
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Highmarket Street
3
Turn right onto US 17
53 mi
·
1 hr 9 min
·
North Fraser Street
Use the straight lane.
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward I 526 Business East: Chuck Dawley Boulevard
5
Merge onto I 526 Bus
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
Mark Clark Expressway
6
Continue on I 526 Bus
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Chuck Dawley Boulevard
7
Turn right onto SC 703
237 ft
·
12 sec
·
Coleman Boulevard
8
Turn left
76 ft
·
5 sec
9
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.7 miles from Georgetown, 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 0.3 and 55.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 521 / Highmarket Street
Keep slight right at fork onto US 521 / Highmarket Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
6
0.4 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 17 / North Fraser Street
Turn right onto US 17 / North Fraser Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
53.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
Take the exit toward I 526 Business East: Chuck Dawley Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 526 Business East: Chuck Dawley Boulev...
4
53.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
|
I 526 Bus / Mark Clark Expressway
Merge onto I 526 Bus / Mark Clark Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining
5
55.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.66 one way
$17.33 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $9.47 | $18.95 |
| premium | $4.70 | $10.25 | $20.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.23 | $24.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.82 | $2.66 |
| Efficient EV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.85 | $2.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.2 | 0 | $7.76 | $3.55 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
Mount Pleasant, SC
Morning in Mount Pleasant on Tuesday
Local time
6:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
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
6 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 13m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for most of this 55.4-mile route. While it has a high highway share, the character leans towards navigating local thoroughfares like North Fraser Street, Chuck Dawley Boulevard, and Highmarket Street. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 53.1 miles on North Fraser Street, offering a segment of more consistent travel before transitioning back to more varied road conditions. This isn't a monotonous interstate cruise; rather, it requires your attention as you weave through local traffic and intersections.
Only 1% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 53.1 mi on North Fraser Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near US 521 / Highmarket Street.
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 13m 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 0.3 miles (US 521 / Highmarket Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 0.4 miles (US 17 / North Fraser Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 53.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
About the Cities
Starting in Georgetown, SC
Full guide →Georgetown, known for being a historic seaport, is nestled between Myrtle Beach and Charleston in South Carolina. It was established in 1732, making it the state’s third oldest city, behind Charleston and Beaufort. The waterfront city is inhabited by many museums, shops, restaurants, and historic attractions. It is best seen by walking and boat tours.
Arriving in Mount Pleasant, SC
Full guide →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.
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 13m. Total distance: 55.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (1%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 53.1 miles on North Fraser Street. 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 0.3 miles (US 521 / Highmarket Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 0.4 miles (US 17 / North Fraser Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 53.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
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.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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