How far is Columbia, SC from Eureka Mill, SC?
The driving distance from Columbia, SC to Eureka Mill, SC is about 66.4 miles (106.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 50.3 miles (81 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 34m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Columbia and Eureka Mill.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Columbia and Eureka Mill.
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Start on Gervais Street
1987 ft · 1 min · Gervais Street
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Turn left onto Bull Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · Bull Street
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Continue on I. DeQuincey Newman Freeway
7.6 mi · 9 min · I. DeQuincey Newman Freeway
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Merge slight left onto Charles F Bolden Freeway
45.1 mi · 49 min · Charles F Bolden Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward SC 9: Lancaster, Chester
1665 ft · 43 sec
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Turn left onto Lancaster Highway
9.9 mi · 12 min · Lancaster Highway
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Turn right onto J A Cochran (Bypass)
1 mi · 2 min · J A Cochran (Bypass)
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Turn left onto Saluda Road
1571 ft · 36 sec · Saluda Road
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Turn left onto 2nd Street
12 m · 4 sec · 2nd Street
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Turn left onto 5th Street
1083 ft · 48 sec · 5th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 5th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Columbia and Eureka Mill.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Charles F Bolden Freeway
Merge slight left onto Charles F Bolden Freeway
45.1 mi · 00h 49m
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.
Sunny leaving Columbia and Clear near Eureka Mill.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Columbia to Eureka Mill?
The road trip is about 66.4 miles (106.8 km) and usually takes 01h 17m 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?
Winnsboro is a useful midpoint, sitting about 33.2 miles from Columbia and 33.1 miles from Eureka Mill.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 50.3 miles (81 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.1 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 3:56 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.27 one way or $18.54 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Columbia and Clear near Eureka Mill.
Stop Ideas Near Winnsboro
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Winnsboro.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Columbia and Eureka Mill. Straight-line distance: 50.36 mi (81.04 km).
#1 Columbia
The most populous city in South Carolina.
| Population | 132,130 |
| Coordinates | 34.0007100, -81.0348100 |
| Altitude | 89 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Eureka Mill
Census-designated place in Chester County, South Carolina
| Population | 1,476 |
| Coordinates | 34.7176400, -81.1937000 |
| Altitude | 158 |
| Country | United States |
End: Eureka Mill (-81.1937, 34.71764)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 107 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 49m |
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 | $9.27 | $18.54 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $10.36 | $20.73 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $11.18 | $22.36 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $13.16 | $26.32 |
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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