Origin
South Congaree, SC
Late night in South Congaree on Tuesday
Local time
5:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from South Congaree, SC to Columbia, SC
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
15m
Distance
10.7 mi
17 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 14m
★
6 AM
0h 16m
8 AM
0h 18m
10 AM
0h 17m
12 PM
0h 16m
3 PM
0h 17m
5 PM
0h 18m
8 PM
0h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
South Congaree, SC
Junior Bastos
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick connection between South Congaree and Columbia, South Carolina, this 9.3-mile journey is a straightforward local commute. You can expect to spend about 17 minutes on the road, making it an easy trip to complete in a single day. With a fuel cost estimated at just $1, it is a very budget-friendly way to navigate between these two Southeast locations. Because the distance is so short, you certainly do not need to worry about overnight accommodations or complicated travel logistics. This drive serves as a practical link for those moving through the region, offering a no-fuss experience that gets you to your destination efficiently.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Jarvis Klapman Boulevard | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| Edmund Highway | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| I 26 | 1.5 mi | 1m |
| Airport Boulevard | 1 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Gervais Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Augusta Road | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Hampton Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Jarvis Klapman Boulevard
— 2.7 mi, about 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Congaree, SC and Columbia, SC.
1
Start on Ramblin Road
44 ft
·
3 sec
·
Ramblin Road
2
Turn left onto SC 302
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
3
Continue on SC 302
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Edmund Highway
4
Continue on SC 302
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Airport Boulevard
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward I 26 West: Spartanburg
6
Merge onto I 26
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 26
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 111B
Toward US 1 North: West Columbia
Use the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto US 1
0.6 mi
·
42 sec
·
Augusta Road
9
Turn straight onto SC 12
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Jarvis Klapman Boulevard
10
Continue on SC 12
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
Hampton Street
11
Turn right onto Williams Street
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Williams Street
12
Turn right onto US 21; US 176; US 321
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Huger Street
13
Turn left onto Gervais Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Gervais Street
Use the left lane.
14
Arrive at destination
Gervais Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 10 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
SC 302 / Main Street
Turn left onto SC 302 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
4.2 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the ramp toward I 26 West: Spartanburg
Navigation decision point
Toward I 26 West: Spartanburg
7
5.9 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Take the exit toward US 1 North: West Columbia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 111B
Toward US 1 North: West Columbia
5
9.9 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
US 21; US 176; US 321 / Huger Street
Turn right onto US 21; US 176; US 321 / Huger Street
Navigation decision point
4
10 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
Gervais Street
Turn left onto Gervais Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.67 one way
$3.35 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $1.83 | $3.66 |
| premium | $4.70 | $1.98 | $3.96 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.36 | $4.72 |
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 | $1.12 | $0.51 |
| Efficient EV | 2.7 | 0 | $0.94 | $0.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.3 | 0 | $1.50 | $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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Columbia, SC
Late night in Columbia on Tuesday
Local time
5:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°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
2 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
15m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate experience on this route. You will navigate primarily via Edmund Highway, Airport Boulevard, and Main Street, with a highway share of 0%. Because the entire path consists of local roads, there are no long, uninterrupted stretches of highway; the longest stretch on Main Street is 0 miles. The route maintains a consistent pace as you transition through the local area, requiring your full attention at various junctions. It is a functional drive that stays grounded in local infrastructure, perfect for those who prefer navigating town streets over the monotony of a major highway.
Only 14% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 2.7 mi on Jarvis Klapman Boulevard.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SC 302 / Main Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 10.7 miles you will encounter 8 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: near the start (SC 302 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 5.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in Columbia, SC
Full guide →Columbia is the capital city and second largest city in South Carolina. It is home to the main campus of the University of South Carolina, and to the Army's Fort Jackson. It is in the approximate geographic center of the state, and was one of the first planned cities in the United States.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 15m. Total distance: 10.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (14%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 2.7 miles on Jarvis Klapman Boulevard. 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 302 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 5.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Congaree National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Columbia, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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