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Trip from Hartsville, SC to Summerville, SC

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 28m

Distance

123.9 mi

199 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$19

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 30 min
4 AM
2h 19m ★
6 AM
2h 29m
8 AM
2h 49m
10 AM
2h 36m
12 PM
2h 34m
3 PM
2h 37m
5 PM
2h 48m
8 PM
2h 23m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Darlington County, South Carolina, United States

Hartsville, SC

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town in South Carolina, United States

Summerville, SC

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Trip Overview

Hartsville, SC to Summerville, SC is 123.9 miles and takes about 2h 28m via I 95 and I 26, with a fuel budget near $19 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, highway-focused drive connecting two points within South Carolina, making it ideal for a single-day trip. You'll navigate primarily major interstates, offering a quick transit between regions in the Southeast. Expect a practical journey with minimal detours, perfect for getting from point A to point B efficiently.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

62 miles from Hartsville, SC

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 20m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 95 67.4 mi 1h 12m
I 26 30.3 mi 32m
Oates Highway 13.5 mi 21m
South 5th Street 5.4 mi 9m
North Brockington Street 2.1 mi 3m
North Main Street 2 mi 3m
Honda Way 1.9 mi 3m
East Smith Street 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 95 — 67.4 mi, about 1h 12m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Hartsville, SC and Summerville, SC.

1

Start on US 15 Business

5.4 mi · 9 min · South 5th Street
2

Continue on US 15

13 mi · 21 min · Oates Highway
3

Continue on SC 403

2.1 mi · 3 min · North Brockington Street
4

Turn left onto US 76

0.2 mi · 18 sec · East Smith Street
5

Turn right onto Honda Street

0.2 mi · 17 sec · Honda Street
6

Continue on Honda Way

1.9 mi · 3 min · Honda Way
7

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 48 sec
8

Merge onto I 95

67 mi · 1 hr 12 min · I 95
9

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 51 sec
Exit 86A Toward I 26 East: Charleston
10

Merge onto I 26

30 mi · 32 min · I 26
11

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 35 sec
Exit 199A Toward US 17 Alternate South: Summerville Use the slight right lane.
12

Turn straight onto US 17 Alternate

2.0 mi · 3 min · North Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
13

Turn left onto East Richardson Avenue

116 ft · 5 sec · East Richardson Avenue
Use the left lane.
14

Turn right

92 ft · 6 sec
15

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Given the 2h 28m duration, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. Aiming to depart in the morning will give you plenty of daylight and allow you to avoid potential evening traffic. With only 123.9 miles and a $19 fuel estimate, flexibility is key; you can afford to leave a bit later if needed. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the 67.4-mile stretch on I 95, as services might be less frequent than on other parts of the route. There are no designated stops in the data, so plan your own breaks as needed.

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 62 miles from Hartsville, SC, or about 1h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 67.4 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 27 miles or 42m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 62 miles or 1h 20m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 3m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Summerville, SC than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Hartsville, 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 Hartsville, SC

This is one driving day of about 123.9 miles and 2h 28m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Hartsville, SC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 67.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in South Carolina, USA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Manning, SC

62 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.

Popular next leg

Manning, SC to Summerville, SC

68.3 mi · 1h 16m

Pacing Suggestions

Timmonsville, SC

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Manning, SC

Meal break

The midpoint is around 62 miles from Hartsville, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 95 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 67.4 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

BIGGBY COFFEE

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Summerville, South Carolina

Near the end, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10 mile 123.9

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+18438214711

Visit website

BIGGBY COFFEE

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10 mile 123.9

Summerville, South Carolina

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+18438214711

Visit website

Audubon's Beidler Forest Sanctuary

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 106.2

Harleyville, South Carolina

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+18434879988

Visit website

The Serpent Center

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 79.7

Vance, South Carolina

+18034921500

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 10

5 decision points cluster between mile 21.2 and 123.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
21.2 mi into trip | ~34m in | Honda Street

Turn right onto Honda Street

Navigation decision point

5
91 mi into trip | ~1h 51m in

Take the exit toward I 26 East: Charleston

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 86A Toward I 26 East: Charleston
7
121.6 mi into trip | ~2h 24m in

Take the exit toward US 17 Alternate South: Summerville

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 199A Toward US 17 Alternate South: Summerville
5
123.9 mi into trip | ~2h 28m in | East Richardson Avenue

Turn left onto East Richardson Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
4
123.9 mi into trip | ~2h 28m in

Turn right

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$19.38 one way

$38.75 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 43 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $21.18 $42.37
premium $4.70 $22.93 $45.86
diesel $5.61 $27.36 $54.71

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$19

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$44–$69

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 43.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 37.2 0 $13.01 $5.95
Efficient EV 31 0 $10.84 $4.96
EV Truck/SUV 49.6 0 $17.35 $7.93

Gas CO2

43 kg

EV CO2

14 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

Hartsville, SC

Morning in Hartsville on Sunday

Local time

7:59 AM

EDT

Current temp

75°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Summerville, SC

Morning in Summerville on Sunday

Local time

7:59 AM

EDT

Current temp

87°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

12 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 28m 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?

This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 79% of your journey on interstates like I 95 and I 26. You'll experience a significant stretch of 67.4 miles on I 95, which offers consistent speed and straightforward navigation. While the majority is interstate, segments on Oates Highway will introduce a slight variation before you merge back onto faster roadways. The character is largely about efficient travel, minimizing time spent on slower roads and maximizing time on well-maintained highways.

79% 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: 67.4 mi on I 95.

How Hard Is This Drive?

4/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and I 26. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 21.2 miles in near Honda Street.

Driving Effort 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 2h 28m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 21.2 miles (Honda Street): Navigation decision point; at 91 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 121.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 28m. Total distance: 123.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (79%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 67.4 miles on I 95. 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 21.2 miles (Honda Street): Navigation decision point; at 91 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 121.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Summerville, 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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