Origin
Hopkins, SC
Morning in Hopkins on Sunday
Local time
11:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hopkins, SC to Goose Creek, 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 5m
Distance
108.1 mi
174 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 57m
★
6 AM
2h 6m
8 AM
2h 23m
10 AM
2h 12m
12 PM
2h 10m
3 PM
2h 13m
5 PM
2h 22m
8 PM
2h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hopkins, SC
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Goose Creek, SC
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Trip Overview
Hopkins, SC to Goose Creek, SC is 108.1 miles and takes about 2h 5m via I 26 and William Earle Berne Beltway, with a fuel budget near $17 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within South Carolina, traversing the Southeast region. You'll be spending most of your time on major highways, making it a straightforward journey. Given the relatively short duration and focus on interstate travel, this route is ideal for a single-day trip when you need to get 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
54 miles from Hopkins, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 5m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 26 | 88.8 mi | 1h 35m |
| William Earle Berne Beltway | 5 mi | 5m |
| Garners Ferry Road | 3.7 mi | 4m |
| Old Hopkins Road | 2.9 mi | 6m |
| Veterans Memorial Freeway | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| University Boulevard | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Goose Creek Road | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| State Highway 222 | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 26
— 88.8 mi, about 1h 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hopkins, SC and Goose Creek, SC.
1
Start on Lower Richland Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Lower Richland Boulevard
2
Turn left onto Old Hopkins Road
2.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Old Hopkins Road
3
Continue on State Highway 222
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 222
4
Turn left onto US 76; US 378
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Garners Ferry Road
Use the straight lane.
5
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 77 South: Charleston, Spartanburg
Use the left lane.
6
Merge onto I 77
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
William Earle Berne Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on I 77
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Veterans Memorial Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 26 East: Charleston
9
Merge onto I 26
89 mi
·
1 hr 35 min
·
I 26
Use the right lane.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 205B
Toward US 78 East: Goose Creek
Use the right lane.
11
Turn straight onto US 78
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
University Boulevard
12
Continue on Goose Creek Road
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
·
Goose Creek Road
13
Continue on Goose Creek Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Goose Creek Road
14
Continue on Old State Road
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Old State Road
15
Continue on Old State Road
237 ft
·
14 sec
·
Old State Road
Use the left lane.
16
Turn left onto The Oaks Avenue
38 ft
·
1 sec
·
The Oaks Avenue
17
Arrive at destination
The Oaks Avenue
Trip Plan
With a total drive time of just over 2 hours, this is a perfect same-day trip, allowing for a flexible departure time. You likely won't need extensive stops, but there are opportunities for fuel and rest along I 26 if needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch is quite substantial at 88.8 miles. Given the ease of this route, consider leaving mid-morning to avoid rush hour in either Hopkins or Goose Creek, making for a more relaxed start and end to your drive.
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 54 miles from Hopkins, SC, or about 1h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 88.8 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 24 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 54 miles or 1h 5m 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 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Goose Creek, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hopkins, 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 Hopkins, SC
This is one driving day of about 108.1 miles and 2h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Hopkins, SC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 26 for about 88.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
54 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 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 54 miles from Hopkins, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 26 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 88.8 miles.
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 95 decision points cluster between mile 7.1 and 104.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
7.1 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the exit toward I 77 South: Charleston, Spartanburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 77 South: Charleston, Spartanburg
5
7.6 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
I 77 / William Earle Berne Beltway
Merge onto I 77 / William Earle Berne Beltway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
15.3 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 26 East: Charleston
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 26 East: Charleston
5
16.2 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
I 26
Merge onto I 26
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
104.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 59m in
Take the exit toward US 78 East: Goose Creek
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 205B
Toward US 78 East: Goose Creek
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.90 one way
$33.81 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
38 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $18.48 | $36.97 |
| premium | $4.70 | $20.01 | $40.01 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $23.87 | $47.73 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 32.4 | 0 | $11.35 | $5.19 |
| Efficient EV | 27 | 0 | $9.46 | $4.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 43.2 | 0 | $15.13 | $6.92 |
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (66% 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
Goose Creek, SC
Morning in Goose Creek on Sunday
Local time
11:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
81°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
9 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
2h 5m 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.
Congaree National Park
National Park
Astonishing biodiversity exists in Congaree National Park, the largest intact expanse of old growth bottomland hardwood forest remaining in the southeastern United States. Waters from the Congaree and...
11 mi from route
~27 min detour
Free
Caution: Backcountry Trail Conditions
Park Closure: Boardwalk Partially Closed for Construction
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...
18 mi from route
~45 min detour
$10
near mile 95.9
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This is primarily a highway-focused drive, with 85% of the route utilizing major roadways like I 26. Expect long stretches of consistent speed, including an uninterrupted segment of 88.8 miles on I 26. The drive begins on Garners Ferry Road before merging onto the William Earle Berne Beltway and then I 26. For the majority of the trip, you'll be on the interstate, offering a predictable driving experience with minimal distractions.
85% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 88.8 mi on I 26.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 26 and William Earle Berne Beltway. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 7.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 108.1 miles you will encounter 9 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 7.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.6 miles (I 77 / William Earle Berne Beltway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 15.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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 Hopkins, SC to Goose Creek, SC, road signs begin pointing toward Spartanburg along the way.
Spartanburg
7.1 mi in
|
~12m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 5m. Total distance: 108.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 88.8 miles on I 26. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Goose Creek, SC before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 7.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.6 miles (I 77 / William Earle Berne Beltway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 15.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes — Congaree National Park and 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 Goose Creek, 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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