Origin
Mount Pleasant, SC
Late night in Mount Pleasant on Sunday
Local time
12:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mount Pleasant, SC to Oak Grove, SC
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 51m
Distance
98.1 mi
158 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 43m
★
6 AM
1h 52m
8 AM
2h 8m
10 AM
1h 57m
12 PM
1h 56m
3 PM
1h 58m
5 PM
2h 7m
8 PM
1h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mount Pleasant, SC
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Oak Grove, SC
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Trip Overview
Mount Pleasant, SC to Oak Grove, SC is 98.1 miles and takes about 1 hour 51 minutes via I 26, with a fuel budget near $15 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, single-day trip primarily on Interstate 26, connecting two points within the Southeast region of South Carolina. Given its highway-focused nature and short duration, it's an efficient drive for those looking to cover ground quickly. The journey is almost entirely on major highways, making it a predictable and easy transit.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
49.1 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 57m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 26 | 81.6 mi | 1h 28m |
| Mark Clark Expressway | 12 mi | 14m |
| Chuck Dawley Boulevard | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Rivers Avenue | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| US 21 | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Coleman Boulevard | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Stabler Hill Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 26
— 81.6 mi, about 1h 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Pleasant, SC and Oak Grove, SC.
1
Start on this road
76 ft
·
10 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto SC 703
237 ft
·
9 sec
·
Coleman Boulevard
3
Turn left onto I 526 Bus
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Chuck Dawley Boulevard
4
Turn straight onto I 526
12 mi
·
14 min
·
Mark Clark Expressway
Toward North Charleston
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 18B
Toward US 52 West, US 78 West: Rivers Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
6
Turn slight right onto US 52; US 78
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Rivers Avenue
Use the straight lane.
7
Turn straight
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
8
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 26 North: Columbia
9
Merge onto I 26
82 mi
·
1 hr 28 min
·
I 26
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 21
11
Turn right onto US 21
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
US 21
12
Turn slight right onto Stabler Hill Road
97 ft
·
4 sec
·
Stabler Hill Road
13
Arrive at destination
Stabler Hill Road
Trip Plan
With a drive time of just under two hours and a fuel cost around $15, this trip offers significant flexibility. You can easily depart in the morning and arrive well before lunchtime, or even make it a quick afternoon excursion. The longest stretch on I 26 is substantial, so plan for a brief stop before or during that segment to stretch your legs. Given the short duration, you won't need to split the drive, but remember that most of the route is on I 26, so keep an eye on your fuel gauge as services can be spaced out on interstates.
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 49.1 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 81.6 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 22 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.1 miles or 57m 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 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oak Grove, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Mount Pleasant, SC so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Mount Pleasant, SC
This is one driving day of about 98.1 miles and 1h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 26 for about 81.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
49 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 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 49.1 miles from Mount Pleasant, 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 81.6 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 0 and 96.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
SC 703 / Coleman Boulevard
Turn right onto SC 703 / Coleman Boulevard
Navigation decision point
4
1.4 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
I 526 / Mark Clark Expressway
Turn straight onto I 526 / Mark Clark Expressway toward North Charleston
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward North Charleston
8
13.3 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Take the exit toward US 52 West, US 78 West: Rivers Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 18B
Toward US 52 West, US 78 West: Rivers Avenue
5
15.3 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
I 26
Merge onto I 26
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
96.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 49m in
Take the exit toward US 21
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward US 21
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.34 one way
$30.68 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
34 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $16.77 | $33.55 |
| premium | $4.70 | $18.16 | $36.31 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.66 | $43.32 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.4 | 0 | $10.30 | $4.71 |
| Efficient EV | 24.5 | 0 | $8.58 | $3.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.2 | 0 | $13.73 | $6.28 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (68% 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
Oak Grove, SC
Late night in Oak Grove on Sunday
Local time
12:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
89°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
87°F
Summerville, SC
49 mi in
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
30 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
1h 51m 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 route is overwhelmingly a highway-focused drive, with 96% of the journey taking place on interstates like I 26 and the Mark Clark Expressway. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 81.6 miles on I 26, which offers a consistent driving pace. The road's character remains largely the same throughout, characterized by smooth, high-speed travel typical of interstate highways. Expect efficient progress with minimal distractions, as the route prioritizes direct travel over winding byways.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 81.6 mi on I 26.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 26 and Mark Clark Expressway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SC 703 / Coleman Boulevard.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 51m 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: near the start (SC 703 / Coleman Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles (I 526 / Mark Clark Expressway): Lane positioning matters here; at 13.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 51m. Total distance: 98.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 81.6 miles on I 26. 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 703 / Coleman Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles (I 526 / Mark Clark Expressway): Lane positioning matters here; at 13.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Oak Grove, 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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