Origin
Saint Matthews, SC
Morning in Saint Matthews on Sunday
Local time
7:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Saint Matthews, SC to Goose Creek, 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 23m
Distance
71.1 mi
114 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 17m
★
6 AM
1h 23m
8 AM
1h 36m
10 AM
1h 28m
12 PM
1h 27m
3 PM
1h 29m
5 PM
1h 36m
8 PM
1h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Saint Matthews, SC
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Goose Creek, SC
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Saint Matthews to Goose Creek, you are looking at a straightforward 71.2-mile journey through the Southeast. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 8 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will navigate primarily via Bridge Street, Harry C Raysor Drive, and Saint Matthews Road rather than major interstates. Budgeting around $11 for fuel should cover your needs for the one-way transit. Since the entire route is within South Carolina, you can easily complete this drive in a single day with time to spare at your destination.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 26 | 59.6 mi | 1h 4m |
| Saint Matthews Road | 6.9 mi | 10m |
| University Boulevard | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Harry C Raysor Drive | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Goose Creek Road | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Old State Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Bridge Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| The Oaks Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 26
— 59.6 mi, about 1h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Matthews, SC and Goose Creek, SC.
1
Start on this road
28 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto SC 6
292 ft
·
12 sec
·
Bridge Street
3
Turn right onto US 601
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Harry C Raysor Drive
4
Continue on US 601
6.6 mi
·
9 min
·
Saint Matthews Road
5
Continue on US 601
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
Saint Matthews Road
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 26 East: Charleston
7
Merge onto I 26
60 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
·
I 26
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 205B
Toward US 78 East: Goose Creek
Use the right lane.
9
Turn straight onto US 78
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
University Boulevard
10
Continue on Goose Creek Road
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
·
Goose Creek Road
11
Continue on Goose Creek Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Goose Creek Road
12
Continue on Old State Road
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Old State Road
13
Continue on Old State Road
237 ft
·
14 sec
·
Old State Road
Use the left lane.
14
Turn left onto The Oaks Avenue
38 ft
·
1 sec
·
The Oaks Avenue
15
Arrive at destination
The Oaks Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.5 miles from Saint Matthews, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 75 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 71 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
SC 6 / Bridge Street
Turn left onto SC 6 / Bridge Street
Navigation decision point
4
8.1 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the exit toward I 26 East: Charleston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 26 East: Charleston
5
8.4 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
I 26
Merge onto I 26
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
67.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
Take the exit toward US 78 East: Goose Creek
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 205B
Toward US 78 East: Goose Creek
5
71 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
|
Old State Road
Continue onto Old State Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.12 one way
$22.24 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $12.16 | $24.31 |
| premium | $4.70 | $13.16 | $26.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.70 | $31.40 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.3 | 0 | $7.47 | $3.41 |
| Efficient EV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.22 | $2.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.4 | 0 | $9.95 | $4.55 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Goose Creek, SC
Morning in Goose Creek on Sunday
Local time
7:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Saint George, SC
36 mi in
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
32 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 23m 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?
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged throughout the entire trip. Because the highway share is 0%, you won't experience the monotony of high-speed interstate cruising; instead, you will navigate local roads that require your full attention. The route transitions through local thoroughfares, offering a driving experience defined by frequent adjustments rather than long, straight stretches. This is a practical, ground-level look at the region that favors local connectivity over high-speed travel. Be ready to manage your speed carefully as you navigate the winding nature of these specific roads.
84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 59.6 mi on I 26.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 26 and Saint Matthews Road. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SC 6 / Bridge Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Saint Matthews, SC to Goose Creek, SC is easy. At 1h 23m with 84% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SC 6 / Bridge Street): Navigation decision point; at 8.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 8.4 miles (I 26): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 23m. Total distance: 71.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 59.6 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 6 / Bridge Street): Navigation decision point; at 8.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 8.4 miles (I 26): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Goose Creek, 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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