How far is Barnwell, SC from Goose Creek, SC?
The driving distance from Barnwell, SC to Goose Creek, SC is about 88.4 miles (142.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 43m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 78.9 miles (126.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 27m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 43m.
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Town in South Carolina, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Barnwell and Goose Creek.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Barnwell and Goose Creek.
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Start on the route
67 m · 22 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left
21 m · 7 sec
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Turn right onto Marlboro Avenue
75 m · 9 sec · Marlboro Avenue
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Turn right onto Allen Street
1 km · 1 min · Allen Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Main Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · Main Street
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Continue on SC 70
5.1 mi · 9 min · SC 70
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Continue on Denmark Road
6.7 mi · 12 min · Denmark Road
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Continue on Hagood Street
2166 ft · 51 sec · Hagood Street
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Turn left onto Carolina Highway
1441 ft · 25 sec · Carolina Highway
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Turn right onto Heritage Highway
6.6 mi · 10 min · Heritage Highway
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Turn left onto Main Highway
3 mi · 4 min · Main Highway
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Continue on Bamberg Road
12.4 mi · 16 min · Bamberg Road
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Continue on Old Edisto Drive
1.7 mi · 2 min · Old Edisto Drive
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Continue on John C Calhoun Drive
2.4 mi · 4 min · John C Calhoun Drive
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Turn right onto Five Chop Road
6.4 mi · 8 min · Five Chop Road
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Take the exit slight right
2180 ft · 53 sec
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Merge slight left
50.4 mi · 55 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 78 East: Goose Creek
1480 ft · 36 sec
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Turn straight onto University Boulevard
1.5 mi · 2 min · University Boulevard
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Continue on Goose Creek Road
2577 ft · 44 sec · Goose Creek Road
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Continue on Goose Creek Road
1 km · 1 min · Goose Creek Road
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Continue on Old State Road
1067 ft · 27 sec · Old State Road
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Continue on Old State Road
72 m · 15 sec · Old State Road
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Turn left onto The Oaks Avenue
12 m · 2 sec · The Oaks Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · The Oaks Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Barnwell and Goose Creek.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Five Chop Road
Merge slight left
50.4 mi · 00h 55m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Barnwell and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Goose Creek.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Barnwell to Goose Creek?
The road trip is about 88.4 miles (142.2 km) and usually takes 01h 43m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Bowman is a useful midpoint, sitting about 50.4 miles from Barnwell and 38 miles from Goose Creek.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 78.9 miles (126.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.5 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:02 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.36 one way or $24.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Barnwell and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Goose Creek.
Stop Ideas Near Bowman
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Barnwell and Goose Creek. Straight-line distance: 78.88 mi (126.95 km).
#1 Barnwell
City in Barnwell County, South Carolina, United States
| Population | 4,260 |
| Coordinates | 33.2448700, -81.3587200 |
| Altitude | 66 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Goose Creek
A city in Berkeley County, South Carolina.
| Population | 44,972 |
| Coordinates | 32.9810100, -80.0325900 |
| Altitude | 14 |
| Country | United States |
End: The Oaks Avenue (-80.032589, 32.981043)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 142 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 06m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.96 | $12.36 | $24.72 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $13.82 | $27.64 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $14.91 | $29.81 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $17.55 | $35.09 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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