Origin
Tega Cay, SC
Late night in Tega Cay on Tuesday
Local time
5:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tega Cay, SC to Sumter, 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
2h 17m
Distance
107.8 mi
174 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 8m
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6 AM
2h 17m
8 AM
2h 36m
10 AM
2h 24m
12 PM
2h 22m
3 PM
2h 25m
5 PM
2h 35m
8 PM
2h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Tega Cay, SC
Daniel Sell
Sumter, SC
Junior Bastos
Trip Overview
Tega Cay, SC to Sumter, SC is 107.8 miles and takes about 2h 17m via Kershaw Camden Highway, with a fuel budget near $17 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within South Carolina, traversing the Southeast region from start to finish. Expect a drive primarily on surface roads, offering a more relaxed pace than interstate travel. It's a straightforward, single-day excursion perfect for a quick change of scenery without extensive planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
53.9 miles from Tega Cay, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 10m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Kershaw Camden Highway | 14.8 mi | 16m |
| Kershaw Highway | 14.4 mi | 16m |
| Catawba River Road | 8.8 mi | 10m |
| Sumter Highway | 8.4 mi | 9m |
| South Anderson Road | 8.1 mi | 9m |
| Camden Highway | 8.1 mi | 9m |
| I 77 | 7.7 mi | 9m |
| Thomas Sumter Highway | 7.6 mi | 8m |
Longest stretch:
Kershaw Camden Highway
— 14.8 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tega Cay, SC and Sumter, SC.
1
Start on Point Clear Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Point Clear Drive
2
Enter roundabout onto Windward Drive
191 ft
·
7 sec
·
Windward Drive
3
Continue on Windward Drive
0.3 mi
·
55 sec
·
Windward Drive
4
Turn right onto Tega Cay Drive
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Tega Cay Drive
5
Continue on Gold Hill Road
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Gold Hill Road
6
Turn right onto Hubert Graham Way
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Hubert Graham Way
7
Enter roundabout onto Stonecrest Boulevard
175 ft
·
5 sec
·
Stonecrest Boulevard
8
Continue on Stonecrest Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Stonecrest Boulevard
9
Turn right onto SC 160
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Highway 160 West
10
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Toward I 77 South: Columbia
11
Merge onto I 77
7.7 mi
·
9 min
·
I 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Exit 77
Toward US 21, SC 5: Rock Hill, Lancaster
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork
184 ft
·
12 sec
Toward US 21 South, SC 5 South: Lancaster, Andrew Jackson State Park
14
Turn left onto US 21; SC 5
8.1 mi
·
9 min
·
South Anderson Road
15
Continue on US 21
8.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Catawba River Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Take the exit
501 ft
·
9 sec
17
Merge onto Texaco Road
487 ft
·
12 sec
·
Texaco Road
18
Turn left onto SC 9
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Lancaster Highway
19
Continue on SC 9
7.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Lancaster Bypass
20
Continue on US 521
7.4 mi
·
8 min
·
Kershaw Camden Highway
21
Continue on US 521; SC 522
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
22
Turn left onto US 521
0.8 mi
·
54 sec
·
Spring Street
23
Continue on US 521
4.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Kershaw Camden Highway
24
Turn slight right onto US 521
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Matson Street
25
Continue on US 521; US 601
0.7 mi
·
47 sec
·
South Hampton Street
26
Continue on US 521; US 601
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Kershaw Camden Highway
27
Continue on US 521; US 601
14 mi
·
16 min
·
Kershaw Highway
28
Continue on US 521; US 601
4.2 mi
·
8 min
·
North Broad Street
29
Continue on US 521
8.4 mi
·
9 min
·
Sumter Highway
30
Continue on US 521
6.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Camden Highway
31
Continue on US 521
7.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Thomas Sumter Highway
32
Continue on US 521
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Camden Highway
33
Turn slight left onto US 521; US 76 Business
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Broad Street
Use the left lane.
34
Continue on US 76 Business
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
North Washington Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
35
Turn left onto US 76 Business
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
West Liberty Street
36
Arrive at destination
US 76 Business
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 2 hours and 17 minutes, you have flexibility with your departure time. Leaving Tega Cay in the morning allows you to reach Sumter with plenty of daylight remaining. There are no designated stops in the data, so plan your own breaks as needed, perhaps around the halfway mark. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge; the estimated cost is $17, but it's always wise to top off before heading out. The longest stretch is 14.8 miles on Kershaw Camden Highway, so be mindful of that segment if you plan to stop soon after.
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 53.9 miles from Tega Cay, SC, or about 1h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 14.8 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 24 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 53.9 miles or 1h 10m 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 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sumter, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Tega Cay, SC so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Tega Cay, SC
This is one driving day of about 107.8 miles and 2h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Tega Cay, SC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Kershaw Camden Highway for about 14.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
54 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 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 53.9 miles from Tega Cay, 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 175 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 14.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Windward Drive
Enter roundabout onto Windward Drive
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
3.7 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
Stonecrest Boulevard
Enter roundabout onto Stonecrest Boulevard
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
6.3 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
I 77
Merge onto I 77
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
14 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Take the exit toward US 21, SC 5: Rock Hill, Lancaster
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 77
Toward US 21, SC 5: Rock Hill, Lancaster
6
14.5 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 21 South, SC 5 South: Lancaster, Andrew Jackson State Park
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 21 South, SC 5 South: Lancaster, Andr...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.86 one way
$33.72 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
38 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $18.43 | $36.86 |
| premium | $4.70 | $19.95 | $39.90 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $23.80 | $47.60 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 32.3 | 0 | $11.32 | $5.17 |
| Efficient EV | 27 | 0 | $9.43 | $4.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 43.1 | 0 | $15.09 | $6.90 |
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (66% 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
Sumter, SC
Late night in Sumter on Tuesday
Local time
5:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
26 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
2h 17m 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 features a highway share of only 9%, meaning most of your time will be spent on surface roads. You'll encounter 14.8 miles on Kershaw Camden Highway as the longest continuous stretch on a named road. The drive is predominantly on local roads, so be prepared for a more rural cruising experience with potential for traffic lights and lower speed limits.
Only 9% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
36 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 14.8 mi on Kershaw Camden Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near Windward Drive.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 107.8 miles you will encounter 17 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: at 0.5 miles (Windward Drive): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 3.7 miles (Stonecrest Boulevard): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 6.3 miles (I 77): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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.
Between Tega Cay, SC and Sumter, SC, road signs point toward Lancaster and Andrew Jackson State Park.
Lancaster
14 mi in
|
~23m
Andrew Jackson State Park
14.5 mi in
|
~24m
About the Cities
Arriving in Sumter, SC
Full guide →Sumter is a city in Santee Cooper Country, South Carolina.
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 2h 17m. Total distance: 107.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 14.8 miles on Kershaw Camden Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Sumter, SC before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (Windward Drive): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 3.7 miles (Stonecrest Boulevard): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 6.3 miles (I 77): 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 Sumter, 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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