Origin
Lexington, SC
Morning in Lexington on Sunday
Local time
10:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lexington, SC to Gilbert, SC
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
19m
Distance
12.1 mi
20 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 18m
★
6 AM
0h 20m
8 AM
0h 23m
10 AM
0h 21m
12 PM
0h 20m
3 PM
0h 21m
5 PM
0h 23m
8 PM
0h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lexington, SC
Colon Freld
Gilbert, SC
Franco Monsalvo
Trip Overview
Lexington, SC to Gilbert, SC is 12.1 miles and takes about 19 minutes via Augusta Highway, with a fuel budget near $2 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Southeast region and South Carolina, offering a quick connection between two nearby towns. Expect a drive with frequent turns rather than a straightforward cruise. Given its brevity, this route is ideal for a same-day excursion or a simple commute, with minimal time commitment and a low fuel cost.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Augusta Highway | 6.5 mi | 9m |
| Spring Hill Road | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| West Main Street | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| East Main Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Peach Festival Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Hampton Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Augusta Highway
— 6.5 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lexington, SC and Gilbert, SC.
1
Start on US 1
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
2
Continue on US 1; US 378
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
3
Continue on US 1
6.5 mi
·
9 min
·
Augusta Highway
4
Turn left onto Spring Hill Road
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Spring Hill Road
5
Turn left onto Peach Festival Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Peach Festival Road
6
Turn right onto Hampton Street
177 ft
·
5 sec
·
Hampton Street
7
Arrive at destination
Hampton Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
3 of 33 decision points cluster between mile 8.7 and 12.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
8.7 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
Spring Hill Road
Turn left onto Spring Hill Road
Navigation decision point
3
11.5 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
Peach Festival Road
Turn left onto Peach Festival Road
Navigation decision point
3
12.1 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
Hampton Street
Turn right onto Hampton Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.89 one way
$3.78 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $2.07 | $4.14 |
| premium | $4.70 | $2.24 | $4.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.67 | $5.34 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.6 | 0 | $1.27 | $0.58 |
| Efficient EV | 3 | 0 | $1.06 | $0.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.69 | $0.77 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Gilbert, SC
Morning in Gilbert on Sunday
Local time
10:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
5 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
19m 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 is a turn-heavy local drive with no highway miles, meaning you'll be navigating local roads for the entire 12.1 miles. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 6.5 miles along Augusta Highway. As you progress, anticipate frequent changes in direction as you transition from Augusta Highway to Spring Hill Road and finally West Main Street. The absence of highway travel means you'll likely experience a more community-focused pace, with opportunities to observe local life.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
7 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 6.5 mi on Augusta Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 8.7 miles in near Spring Hill Road.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Lexington, SC to Gilbert, SC is easy. At 19m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 8.7 miles (Spring Hill Road): Navigation decision point; at 11.5 miles (Peach Festival Road): Navigation decision point; at 12.1 miles (Hampton Street): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 19m. Total distance: 12.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 6.5 miles on Augusta 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: at 8.7 miles (Spring Hill Road): Navigation decision point; at 11.5 miles (Peach Festival Road): Navigation decision point; at 12.1 miles (Hampton Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Gilbert, 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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