How far is Charleston, SC from McClellanville, SC?
The driving distance from Charleston, SC to McClellanville, SC is about 39.3 miles (63.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 34.7 miles (55.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 53m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Charleston County, South Carolina, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Charleston and McClellanville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Charleston and McClellanville.
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Start on Broad Street
12 m · 5 sec · Broad Street
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Turn right onto Meeting Street
1.2 km · 2 min · Meeting Street
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Turn right onto Calhoun Street
1653 ft · 41 sec · Calhoun Street
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Turn left onto East Bay Street
1.3 km · 2 min · East Bay Street
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Take the ramp straight toward US 17 North
2705 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Arthur Ravenel Jr Bridge
2.3 mi · 3 min · Arthur Ravenel Jr Bridge
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Continue on Johnnie Dodds Boulevard
6.6 mi · 11 min · Johnnie Dodds Boulevard
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Continue straight
27.1 mi · 35 min
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Turn right onto North Pinckney Street
1.5 km · 2 min · North Pinckney Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Pinckney Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Charleston and McClellanville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Johnnie Dodds Boulevard
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27.1 mi · 00h 35m
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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Charleston and Slight Chance Rain Showers near McClellanville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Charleston to McClellanville?
The road trip is about 39.3 miles (63.3 km) and usually takes 00h 56m 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?
Awendaw is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.6 miles from Charleston and 19.6 miles from McClellanville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 34.7 miles (55.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.6 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 4:36 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.40 one way or $10.80 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Charleston and Slight Chance Rain Showers near McClellanville.
Stop Ideas Near Awendaw
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Charleston, South Carolina
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Charleston and McClellanville. Straight-line distance: 34.72 mi (55.88 km).
#1 Charleston
The most populous city in South Carolina.
| Population | 139,714 |
| Coordinates | 32.7765700, -79.9309200 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
#2 McClellanville
Town in Charleston County, South Carolina, United States
| Population | 547 |
| Coordinates | 33.0882200, -79.4611700 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
End: McClellanville (-79.46117, 33.08822)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 63 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 29m |
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 | $3.89 | $5.40 | $10.80 |
| Mid-grade | $4.34 | $6.03 | $12.06 |
| Premium | $4.74 | $6.59 | $13.18 |
| Diesel | $5.86 | $8.14 | $16.29 |
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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