How far is Charleston, SC from Mount Pleasant, SC?
Fastest route
Here are the directions from Charleston, South Carolina, USA to Mt Pleasant, South Carolina, USA:
Directions
- 🚶 Head north on Meeting St toward Court House Square.
- 🚦 Turn right onto Wentworth St.
- 🔄 Wentworth St turns left and becomes E Bay St.
- 🚗 Use the right lane to merge onto US-17 N/Hwy 17 N/Arthur Ravenel Jr Bridge/Septima P. Clark Pkwy via the ramp to Mt Pleasant.
- 🚗 Continue to follow US-17 N/Hwy 17 N/Arthur Ravenel Jr Bridge.
- 🔄 Keep left to continue on Hwy 17 N.
- 🚗 Arrive at Mt Pleasant, South Carolina, USA.
Tips & Suggestions
- Make sure to follow the traffic signs and signals.
- Keep an eye out for any road closures or construction that may affect your route.
- Use a GPS or navigation app for real-time updates on traffic conditions.
- Plan your trip ahead of time to avoid rush hours if possible.
- Stay focused and attentive while driving for a safe journey.
- Enjoy the scenic views along Arthur Ravenel Jr Bridge.
- Have a pleasant trip to Mt Pleasant, South Carolina! 🌴
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 15m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The second most populous city in Charleston County, South Carolina.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Charleston and Mount Pleasant.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Charleston and Mount Pleasant.
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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
1.7 mi · 2 min · Arthur Ravenel Jr Bridge
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Take the exit slight right toward SC 703: Coleman Boulevard, Sullivans Island
2647 ft · 1 min
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Continue on West Coleman Boulevard
2.2 mi · 5 min · West Coleman Boulevard
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Turn right
23 m · 6 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Charleston and Mount Pleasant.
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.
West Coleman Boulevard
Continue on West Coleman Boulevard
2.2 mi · 00h 05m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Charleston and Sunny near Mount Pleasant.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Charleston to Mount Pleasant?
The road trip is about 6.8 miles (11 km) and usually takes 00h 15m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
North Charleston is a useful midpoint, sitting about 3.4 miles from Charleston and 3.4 miles from Mount Pleasant.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 4.2 miles (6.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.6 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:00 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.95 one way or $1.90 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Charleston and Sunny near Mount Pleasant.
Stop Ideas Near North Charleston
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Historic Charleston City Market
City of North Charleston City Hall
North Charleston Police Department
Charleston County Parking Garage
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to North Charleston.
Charleston, South Carolina
Yemassee
Kingstree
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Charleston and Mount Pleasant. Straight-line distance: 4.15 mi (6.68 km).
#1 Charleston
The most populous city in South Carolina.
| Population | 139,714 |
| Coordinates | 32.7765700, -79.9309200 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Mount Pleasant
The second most populous city in Charleston County, South Carolina.
| Population | 92,799 |
| Coordinates | 32.7940700, -79.8625900 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-79.862568, 32.79411)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 11 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 05m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $0.95 | $1.90 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $1.06 | $2.13 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $1.15 | $2.29 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $1.35 | $2.70 |
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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