Origin
Sullivans Island, SC
Morning in Sullivans Island on Sunday
Local time
10:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sullivans Island, 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
33m
Distance
22.2 mi
36 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 31m
★
6 AM
0h 33m
8 AM
0h 39m
10 AM
0h 35m
12 PM
0h 35m
3 PM
0h 36m
5 PM
0h 39m
8 PM
0h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Goose Creek, SC
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Trip Overview
Sullivans Island, SC to Goose Creek, SC is 22.2 miles and takes about 33m via Mark Clark Expressway, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within South Carolina, connecting two points in the Southeast region. The drive offers a mix of highway and surface roads, making it a straightforward connection rather than a scenic adventure. You'll find it a practical option for moving between these two locations without a significant time commitment.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Mark Clark Expressway | 10.7 mi | 13m |
| Henry Brown Boulevard | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| Ben Sawyer Boulevard | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| North Rhett Avenue | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Red Bank Road | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Chuck Dawley Boulevard | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Myrick Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Rifle Range Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Mark Clark Expressway
— 10.7 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sullivans Island, SC and Goose Creek, SC.
1
Start on this road
39 ft
·
5 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right
57 ft
·
9 sec
3
Turn left onto SC 703
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
Station 22 1/2 Street
4
Continue on SC 703
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Ben Sawyer Boulevard
Use the left lane.
5
Turn slight right onto SC 703
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
Ben Sawyer Boulevard
6
Turn right onto Rifle Range Road
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Rifle Range Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Turn left onto Myrick Road
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
Myrick Road
8
Turn right onto I 526 Bus
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Chuck Dawley Boulevard
9
Turn straight onto I 526
11 mi
·
13 min
·
Mark Clark Expressway
Toward North Charleston
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 19
Toward North Rhett Avenue
Use the right lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork
390 ft
·
14 sec
Toward N. Rhett Ave
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
At end of road, turn left onto S-10-60
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
North Rhett Avenue
13
Continue on Henry Brown Boulevard
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Henry Brown Boulevard
Use the left lane.
14
Turn left onto Red Bank Road
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Red Bank Road
Use the left lane.
15
Turn left onto Old State Road
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Old State Road
Use the left lane.
16
Continue on Old State Road
237 ft
·
14 sec
·
Old State Road
17
Turn left onto The Oaks Avenue
38 ft
·
1 sec
·
The Oaks Avenue
18
Arrive at destination
The Oaks Avenue
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 14.8 — 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
Turn right
Navigation decision point
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
SC 703 / Station 22 1/2 Street
Turn left onto SC 703 / Station 22 1/2 Street
Navigation decision point
6
2.4 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
Rifle Range Road
Turn right onto Rifle Range Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
14.6 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Take the exit toward North Rhett Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 19
Toward North Rhett Avenue
8
14.8 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Keep slight left at fork toward N. Rhett Ave
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward N. Rhett Ave
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.47 one way
$6.94 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $3.80 | $7.59 |
| premium | $4.70 | $4.11 | $8.22 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.90 | $9.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.7 | 0 | $2.33 | $1.07 |
| Efficient EV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.94 | $0.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.9 | 0 | $3.11 | $1.42 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
10:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
81°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
7 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
33m 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 drive is about 48% highway, with the longest stretch on the Mark Clark Expressway covering 10.7 miles. You'll transition from highway cruising to surface streets as you approach your destination. Expect a mixed driving experience, moving from faster highway speeds to navigating exits and surface road conditions.
48% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 10.7 mi on Mark Clark Expressway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
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.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 22.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 33m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; near the start (SC 703 / Station 22 1/2 Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles (Rifle Range Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Sullivans Island, SC to Goose Creek, SC, road signs begin pointing toward Charleston along the way.
Charleston
3.9 mi in
|
~6m
|
via I 526
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 33m. Total distance: 22.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (48%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 10.7 miles on Mark Clark Expressway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 1 rest area or service plaza within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Goose Creek, SC before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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: Navigation decision point; near the start (SC 703 / Station 22 1/2 Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles (Rifle Range Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical 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 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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