Latta, SC to Summerville, SC is 135.3 miles and takes about 2h 31m via I 95 and I 26, with a fuel budget near $21 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within South Carolina, connecting two points in the Southeast region. Given its relatively short duration and predominantly highway profile, it's a straightforward drive. Plan for a single day, as the route is designed for efficient travel between these two locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
67.6 miles from Latta, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 16m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
95.4 mi
1h 42m
I 26
30.3 mi
32m
East Main Street
5.3 mi
9m
North Main Street
2 mi
3m
SC 38
1.1 mi
1m
East Richardson Avenue
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 95.4 mi, about 1h 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Latta, SC and Summerville, SC.
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Start on SC 917
5.3 mi·9 min·East Main Street
2
Turn right
0.1 mi·9 sec
3
Continue on SC 38
1.1 mi·1 min·SC 38
4
Turn left
0.4 mi·57 sec
5
Merge onto I 95
95 mi·1 hr 42 min·I 95
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi·51 sec
Exit 86AToward I 26 East: Charleston
7
Merge onto I 26
30 mi·32 min·I 26
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi·35 sec
Exit 199AToward US 17 Alternate South: SummervilleUse the slight right lane.
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Turn straight onto US 17 Alternate
2.0 mi·3 min·North Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Turn left onto East Richardson Avenue
116 ft·5 sec·East Richardson Avenue
Use the left lane.
11
Turn right
92 ft·6 sec
12
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this 2.5-hour drive, leaving in the morning is ideal to maximize your time upon arrival. With only one recommended stop and a $21 fuel estimate, you can easily complete this trip in a single day without major logistical concerns. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you approach Summerville, though services are generally available along the main interstates. The route's highway-heavy nature means you can cover significant ground quickly, offering flexibility for your departure time.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 67.6 miles from Latta, SC, or about 1h 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 95.4 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 30 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 67.6 miles or 1h 16m 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 4m
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 Latta, 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 Latta, SC
This is one driving day of about 135.3 miles and 2h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Latta, SC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 95.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 5.3 and 135.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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5.3 mi into trip|~9m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
5
102.4 mi into trip|~1h 54m in
Take the exit toward I 26 East: Charleston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 86A
Toward I 26 East: Charleston
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133 mi into trip|~2h 27m 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
135.2 mi into trip|~2h 31m in|East Richardson Avenue
Turn left onto East Richardson Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
135.3 mi into trip|~2h 31m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.16 one way
$42.32 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg47 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$23.13
$46.27
premium
$4.70
$25.04
$50.08
diesel
$5.61
$29.87
$59.75
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 47.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
40.6
0
$14.21
$6.49
Efficient EV
33.8
0
$11.84
$5.41
EV Truck/SUV
54.1
0
$18.94
$8.66
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 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.
Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026
Origin
Latta, SC
Late night
in Latta on Tuesday
Local time
5:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Summerville, SC
Late night
in Summerville on Tuesday
Local time
5:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°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
1 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 31m 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.
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...
25 mi from route
~63 min detour
$10
near mile 135.3
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
You'll spend about 94% of this 135.3-mile trip on the highway, primarily on I 95 and I 26. The longest continuous stretch on the highway is 95.4 miles on I 95. Expect a familiar highway experience with frequent exits and consistent cruising speeds. The transition to surface roads, like East Main Street, will likely occur closer to your destination in Summerville.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 95.4 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 5.3 miles in.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 31m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 102.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 133 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 31m. Total distance: 135.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 95.4 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 5.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 102.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 133 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park and Congaree National 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 Summerville, SC before heading back.
