How far is Gadsden, SC from North Charleston, SC?
The driving distance from Gadsden, SC to North Charleston, SC is about 95.1 miles (153 km), with a travel time of about 01h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 82.3 miles (132.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 14m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 37m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in South Carolina, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Light Rain
Mostly Cloudy
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gadsden and North Charleston.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gadsden and North Charleston.
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Start on Bluff Road
7.9 mi · 14 min · Bluff Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto McCords Ferry Road
14.3 mi · 21 min · McCords Ferry Road
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Continue on Harry C Raysor Drive
1.9 mi · 4 min · Harry C Raysor Drive
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Continue on Saint Matthews Road
6.6 mi · 10 min · Saint Matthews Road
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Continue on Saint Matthews Road
1652 ft · 27 sec · Saint Matthews Road
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Take the exit slight right toward I 26 East: Charleston
1303 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
69.8 mi · 1 hr 17 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 Gadsden 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 left
69.8 mi · 01h 17m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Light Rain leaving Gadsden and Mostly Cloudy near North Charleston.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gadsden to North Charleston?
The road trip is about 95.1 miles (153 km) and usually takes 01h 37m 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 51.2 miles from Gadsden and 43.9 miles from North Charleston.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 82.3 miles (132.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.8 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 3:16 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.15 one way or $24.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Light Rain around Gadsden and Mostly Cloudy near North Charleston.
Stop Ideas Near Bowman
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 Bowman.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gadsden and North Charleston. Straight-line distance: 82.3 mi (132.45 km).
#1 Gadsden
Gadsden is a place in South Carolina, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 33.8457100, -80.7659200 |
| Altitude | 45 |
| 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: 153 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 11m |
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 | $3.63 | $12.15 | $24.31 |
| Mid-grade | $4.08 | $13.66 | $27.33 |
| Premium | $4.49 | $15.03 | $30.07 |
| Diesel | $5.73 | $19.20 | $38.39 |
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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