Origin
Lesslie, SC
Afternoon in Lesslie on Tuesday
Local time
12:57 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
37m
Distance
22.5 mi
36 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lesslie, SC
Tima Miroshnichenko
Sunrise Point, SC
AMOL NAKVE
Lesslie, SC to Sunrise Point, SC is 22.5 miles and takes about 37 minutes via I 77 and Highway 160 West, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Southeast region and South Carolina, making for a straightforward local journey. It's a short drive, perfect for a quick excursion without needing an overnight stay. The mixed terrain offers a bit of variety without being overly taxing. Consider this route if you're looking for a brief, easy drive with minimal planning required.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 77 | 7.7 mi | 9m |
| Highway 160 West | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| York Road | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| South Anderson Road | 2.2 mi | 2m |
| SC 49 | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Zoar Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Youngblood Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Hamiltons Ferry Road | 0.6 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Lesslie, SC and Sunrise Point, SC.
Start on Neely Creek Road
Continue on Neely Store Road
Turn slight left onto Pantry Drive
Turn left onto US 21; SC 5
Take the exit
Merge onto I 77
Take the exit
Turn left onto Highway 160 West
Turn left onto Zoar Road
Continue on Youngblood Road
Turn left onto NC 49
Continue on SC 49
Turn left onto Hamiltons Ferry Road
Turn left onto Apple Orchard Lane
Turn slight right onto Heritage Drive
Turn left onto Sunrise Point Court
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 3 and 16.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Merge onto I 77
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward SC 160: Tega Cay, Fort Mill
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn left onto Zoar Road
Lane positioning matters here
Enter roundabout onto Youngblood Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto NC 49 / York Road
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$3.52 one way
$7.04 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $3.85 | $7.69 |
| premium | $4.70 | $4.16 | $8.33 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.97 | $9.94 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.36 | $1.08 |
| Efficient EV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.97 | $0.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9 | 0 | $3.15 | $1.44 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Lesslie on Tuesday
Local time
12:57 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in Sunrise Point on Tuesday
Local time
12:57 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
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.
This drive features a mixed profile, with 58% of the journey on highways. You'll experience about 7.7 miles on I 77 as the longest uninterrupted stretch, offering a chance to pick up speed. The route transitions to Highway 160 West and then York Road, likely introducing more local traffic and potentially slower speeds as you approach your destination. Expect a blend of quicker highway sections and more measured driving as you navigate the different road types.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3 miles in near I 77.
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 22.5 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 3 miles (I 77): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.5 miles (Zoar Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Lesslie, SC to Sunrise Point, SC, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Mill along the way.
Fort Mill
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 37m. Total distance: 22.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (58%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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