How far is Columbia, SC from Wedgefield, SC?
The driving distance from Columbia, SC to Wedgefield, SC is about 35.6 miles (57.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 30.6 miles (49.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 36m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 48m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Richland 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 Columbia and Wedgefield.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Columbia and Wedgefield.
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Start on Gervais Street
1.3 mi · 3 min · Gervais Street
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Turn right onto Millwood Avenue
1.4 mi · 3 min · Millwood Avenue
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Continue on Devine Street
1.3 mi · 3 min · Devine Street
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Continue on Garners Ferry Road
27.6 mi · 33 min · Garners Ferry Road
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Turn right onto Highway 261 South
3.9 mi · 7 min · Highway 261 South
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Highway 261 South
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Columbia and Wedgefield.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Garners Ferry Road
Continue on Garners Ferry Road
27.6 mi · 00h 33m
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 Sunny near Wedgefield.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Columbia to Wedgefield?
The road trip is about 35.6 miles (57.3 km) and usually takes 00h 48m 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?
Eastover is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.8 miles from Columbia and 17.8 miles from Wedgefield.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 30.6 miles (49.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:54 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.50 one way or $9.00 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Columbia and Sunny near Wedgefield.
Stop Ideas Near Eastover
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 Eastover.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Columbia and Wedgefield. Straight-line distance: 30.54 mi (49.15 km).
#1 Columbia
The most populous city in South Carolina.
| Population | 132,130 |
| Coordinates | 34.0007100, -81.0348100 |
| Altitude | 89 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Wedgefield
Wedgefield is a place in South Carolina, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 33.8926600, -80.5181400 |
| Altitude | 76 |
| Country | United States |
End: Wedgefield (-80.51814, 33.89266)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 57 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 26m |
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 | $3.60 | $4.50 | $9.00 |
| Mid-grade | $4.06 | $5.07 | $10.14 |
| Premium | $4.46 | $5.57 | $11.14 |
| Diesel | $5.72 | $7.14 | $14.29 |
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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