Johnsonville, SC to Danwood, SC is 37.6 miles and takes about 50 minutes via West Myrtle Beach Highway and US 52, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Southeast region, entirely within South Carolina. It's a straightforward drive that offers a simple way to connect these two points without a significant time commitment. Given its brevity, this route is ideal for a quick transfer or a relaxed half-day excursion, allowing for ample flexibility in your schedule.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
West Myrtle Beach Highway
18.9 mi
21m
US 52
13.5 mi
20m
Kingsburg Highway
3.8 mi
5m
North Georgetown Highway
0.7 mi
1m
East Broadway Street
0.4 mi
<1m
North Railroad Avenue
<0.1 mi
<1m
East Smallwood Road
<0.1 mi
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Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West Myrtle Beach Highway
— 18.9 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Johnsonville, SC and Danwood, SC.
1
Start on North Railroad Avenue
141 ft·13 sec·North Railroad Avenue
2
Turn left onto SC 341
0.4 mi·49 sec·East Broadway Street
3
Turn left onto SC 41; SC 51
0.7 mi·1 min·North Georgetown Highway
4
Continue on SC 41; SC 51
3.8 mi·5 min·Kingsburg Highway
5
Turn left onto US 378
19 mi·21 min·West Myrtle Beach Highway
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi·48 sec
7
Turn right onto US 52
13 mi·20 min·US 52
8
Turn left onto East Smallwood Road
20 ft·0 sec·East Smallwood Road
9
Arrive at destination
East Smallwood Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
The midpoint is around 18.8 miles from Johnsonville, 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 6
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 37.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip|~0m in|SC 341 / East Broadway Street
Turn left onto SC 341 / East Broadway Street
Navigation decision point
3
0.4 mi into trip|~1m in|SC 41; SC 51 / North Georgetown Highway
Turn left onto SC 41; SC 51 / North Georgetown Highway
Navigation decision point
4
4.9 mi into trip|~8m in|US 378 / West Myrtle Beach Highway
Turn left onto US 378 / West Myrtle Beach Highway
Navigation decision point
4
24.1 mi into trip|~30m in|US 52
Turn right onto US 52
Navigation decision point
4
37.6 mi into trip|~50m in|East Smallwood Road
Turn left onto East Smallwood Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.55 one way
$11.10 round trip
$3.75/gal25.4 MPG avg13 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.12
$6.10
$12.20
premium
$4.49
$6.65
$13.30
diesel
$4.80
$7.10
$14.20
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging
· 0 stops
· 69% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
11.3
0
$3.95
$1.80
Efficient EV
9.4
0
$3.29
$1.50
EV Truck/SUV
15
0
$5.26
$2.41
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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 Jul 19, 2026
Origin
Johnsonville, SC
Late night
in Johnsonville on Monday
Local time
3:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Mostly Clear
SW 5 mph7% chanceLive forecast
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 18 at 8:04PM EDT until July 19 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
Destination
Danwood, SC
Late night
in Danwood on Monday
Local time
3:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Mostly Clear
SW 6 mph9% chanceLive forecast
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 18 at 8:04PM EDT until July 19 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
88°F
Scranton, SC
19 mi in
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
50m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is a mixed bag, with about 36% of it on higher-speed roads. You'll encounter the West Myrtle Beach Highway for a significant, uninterrupted stretch of 18.9 miles, offering a consistent pace. The journey then transitions to US 52 and Kingsburg Highway, which may present more varied driving conditions and potentially slower speeds. Expect a blend of open road and more localized segments as you make your way across the landscape.
36% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.9 mi on West Myrtle Beach Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SC 341 / East Broadway Street.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Johnsonville, SC to Danwood, SC is easy. At 50m with 36% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SC 341 / East Broadway Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (SC 41; SC 51 / North Georgetown Highway): Navigation decision point; at 4.9 miles (US 378 / West Myrtle Beach Highway): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
108 ft38 ft
Total Climb
109 ft
Total Descent
91 ft
Highest Point
108 ft
~37.6 mi in
Elevation Range
71 ft
Detours Along the Way
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
China King
Restaurant
Later in the drive, short detour
34min in
2.1 mi from route
~5 min detour
Cuisine: chinese
Hours: Mo, We-Th 11:00-22:00; Su 12:00-22:00; F...
The longest stretch is about 18.9 miles on West Myrtle Beach Highway. 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: near the start (SC 341 / East Broadway Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (SC 41; SC 51 / North Georgetown Highway): Navigation decision point; at 4.9 miles (US 378 / West Myrtle Beach Highway): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Danwood, SC before heading back.
