Origin
Gilbert, SC
Morning in Gilbert on Sunday
Local time
8:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gilbert, SC to Batesburg-Leesville, SC
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
17m
Distance
9.4 mi
15 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 16m
★
6 AM
0h 18m
8 AM
0h 21m
10 AM
0h 19m
12 PM
0h 18m
3 PM
0h 19m
5 PM
0h 21m
8 PM
0h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gilbert, SC
Franco Monsalvo
Batesburg-Leesville, SC
Mark Stebnicki
Trip Overview
This short 9.4-mile drive from Gilbert to Batesburg-Leesville, South Carolina, will only take you about 17 minutes, making it a perfect addition to any day trip in the Southeast region. With a minimal fuel cost of just $1, you won't need to worry about budgeting for gas on this quick journey. The route primarily utilizes local roads like East Church Street and Augusta Highway, so expect a straightforward, turn-heavy experience. Since it's so brief, this drive is best tackled in one go rather than splitting it over multiple days. It's an easy connection between two points in SC, ideal for a quick local hop.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Church Street | 2.8 mi | 6m |
| Augusta Highway | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Hampton Street | 2.4 mi | 5m |
| West Hampton Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| North Carolina Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
East Church Street
— 2.8 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gilbert, SC and Batesburg-Leesville, SC.
1
Start on Hampton Street
2.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Hampton Street
2
Continue on West Hampton Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
West Hampton Road
3
Turn left onto US 1
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Augusta Highway
4
Turn straight onto SC 23
2.8 mi
·
6 min
·
East Church Street
5
Turn left onto North Carolina Avenue
473 ft
·
20 sec
·
North Carolina Avenue
6
Arrive at destination
North Carolina Avenue
Heads-up: tricky spots
2 of 22 decision points cluster between mile 4 and 9.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
4 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
US 1 / Augusta Highway
Turn left onto US 1 / Augusta Highway
Navigation decision point
3
9.3 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
North Carolina Avenue
Turn left onto North Carolina Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.47 one way
$2.94 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $1.61 | $3.21 |
| premium | $4.70 | $1.74 | $3.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.08 | $4.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.8 | 0 | $0.99 | $0.45 |
| Efficient EV | 2.4 | 0 | $0.82 | $0.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.8 | 0 | $1.32 | $0.60 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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.
Destination
Batesburg-Leesville, SC
Morning in Batesburg-Leesville on Sunday
Local time
8:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°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
5 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
17m 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 this short hop between Gilbert and Batesburg-Leesville. With 0% highway share, you'll be navigating surface streets and local highways for the entire 9.4 miles. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 2.8 miles on East Church Street, so be prepared for frequent adjustments. This isn't a route for high-speed cruising; rather, it's a more intimate journey through local terrain, requiring your attention at various intersections.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
6 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 2.8 mi on East Church Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
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 around 4 miles in near US 1 / Augusta Highway.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Gilbert, SC to Batesburg-Leesville, 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: at 4 miles (US 1 / Augusta Highway): Navigation decision point; at 9.3 miles (North Carolina Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 17m. Total distance: 9.4 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 2.8 miles on East Church 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 4 miles (US 1 / Augusta Highway): Navigation decision point; at 9.3 miles (North Carolina Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Batesburg-Leesville, 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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