Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
17m
Distance
10.6 mi
17 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Waylyn, SC
Junior Bastos
Mount Pleasant, SC to Waylyn, SC is 10.6 miles and takes about 17 minutes via I 26 and Arthur Ravenel Jr Bridge, with a fuel budget near $2 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short hop stays within the Southeast region, specifically South Carolina. It's a quick transition, offering a mixed driving experience that's perfect for a brief journey. You'll likely find it a straightforward drive with minimal fuss, ideal if you're looking for a simple point-to-point trip.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 26 | 4.3 mi | 5m |
| Arthur Ravenel Jr Bridge | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| West Coleman Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Coleman Boulevard | 1 mi | 2m |
| SC 703 | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Dorchester Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Constitution Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Lawrence Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Pleasant, SC and Waylyn, SC.
Start on this road
Turn left onto SC 703
Continue on SC 703
Take the ramp onto SC 703
Merge onto US 17
Take the exit
Merge onto I 26
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Turn left onto SC 642
Turn right onto Constitution Avenue
Turn slight right onto Lawrence Street
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 9.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto SC 703 / Coleman Boulevard
Navigation decision point
Merge onto US 17 / Arthur Ravenel Jr Bridge
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 26: North Charleston, Columbia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward SC 642: Dorchester Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork toward SC 642 West: Dorchester Road, Summerville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$1.66 one way
$3.32 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $1.81 | $3.62 |
| premium | $4.70 | $1.96 | $3.92 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.34 | $4.68 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.7 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 | 3.2 | 0 | $1.11 | $0.51 |
| Efficient EV | 2.7 | 0 | $0.93 | $0.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.48 | $0.68 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Mount Pleasant on Sunday
Local time
3:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Mostly Cloudy
Destination
Late night in Waylyn on Sunday
Local time
3:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
This drive features a mixed profile with 45% highway share. You'll spend a notable portion on I 26, with the longest uninterrupted stretch covering 4.3 miles on that interstate. The journey also incorporates West Coleman Boulevard, suggesting a shift from faster highway speeds to more local road conditions as you near your destination. Expect a dynamic driving experience that balances interstate travel with more community-oriented routes.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SC 703 / Coleman Boulevard.
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 8 decision points packed into just 10.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 17m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SC 703 / Coleman Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 2.7 miles (US 17 / Arthur Ravenel Jr Bridge): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Mount Pleasant, SC and Waylyn, SC, road signs point toward Columbia and Summerville.
Columbia
Summerville
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 17m. Total distance: 10.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (45%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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