How far is Forest Acres, SC from North Charleston, SC?
The driving distance from Forest Acres, SC to North Charleston, SC is about 112.7 miles (181.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 99.5 miles (160.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 38m 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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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 Forest Acres and North Charleston.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Forest Acres and North Charleston.
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Start on North Beltline Boulevard
14 m · 3 sec · North Beltline Boulevard
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Turn slight left onto North Beltline Boulevard
1.7 mi · 3 min · North Beltline Boulevard
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Keep slight right to continue on Beltline Boulevard
1.3 km · 1 min · Beltline Boulevard
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Continue on South Beltline Boulevard
2.8 mi · 5 min · South Beltline Boulevard
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Turn left onto Bluff Road
138 m · 9 sec · Bluff Road
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Take the ramp slight right
1916 ft · 47 sec
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Merge slight left onto William Earle Berne Beltway
1.8 mi · 2 min · William Earle Berne Beltway
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Continue on Veterans Memorial Freeway
2.8 mi · 3 min · Veterans Memorial Freeway
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Keep slight left to continue on I 26 East: Charleston
1.3 km · 2 min
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Merge slight right
99 mi · 1 hr 48 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SC 642: Dorchester Road
1270 ft · 33 sec
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Turn left onto Dorchester Road
1.2 km · 2 min · Dorchester Road
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Turn right onto Rivers Avenue
1501 ft · 29 sec · Rivers Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Rivers Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Forest Acres and North Charleston.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 26 East
Merge slight right
99 mi · 01h 48m
Route Summary
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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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Forest Acres and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near North Charleston.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Forest Acres to North Charleston?
The road trip is about 112.7 miles (181.4 km) and usually takes 01h 49m 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 55.7 miles from Forest Acres and 57 miles from North Charleston.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 99.5 miles (160.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.2 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 2:52 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.76 one way or $31.53 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Forest Acres and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near North Charleston.
Stop Ideas Near Bowman
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Forest Acres and North Charleston. Straight-line distance: 99.5 mi (160.13 km).
#1 Forest Acres
City in Richland County, South Carolina, United States of America
| Population | 10,615 |
| Coordinates | 34.0193200, -80.9898100 |
| Altitude | 75 |
| Country | United States |
#2 North Charleston
The second most populous city in Charleston County, South Carolina.
| Population | 118,752 |
| Coordinates | 32.8546200, -79.9748100 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
End: US 52 (-79.97488, 32.854524)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 181 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 24m |
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 | $15.76 | $31.53 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $17.63 | $35.25 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $19.02 | $38.03 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $22.38 | $44.77 |
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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