How far is Gantt, SC from North Charleston, SC?
The driving distance from Gantt, SC to North Charleston, SC is about 211 miles (339.6 km), with a travel time of about 03h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 194.5 miles (313 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 27m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Lexington County, South Carolina, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gantt and North Charleston.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gantt and North Charleston.
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Start on Grove Road
22 m · 3 sec · Grove Road
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Turn left onto White Horse Road
1.3 km · 2 min · White Horse Road
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Take the exit slight right toward I 85 North: Spartanburg
1.2 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
4.3 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 276 East: Mauldin
1086 ft · 27 sec
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Turn straight onto Laurens Road
1.4 mi · 2 min · Laurens Road
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Continue on North Main Street
1.9 mi · 4 min · North Main Street
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Keep slight right
2.2 mi · 3 min
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Merge slight left onto Golden Strip Freeway
29.8 mi · 32 min · Golden Strip Freeway
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Merge slight left
55.8 mi · 1 hr 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Charleston
107.3 mi · 1 hr 59 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 Gantt and North Charleston.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Charleston
Keep slight right to continue on Charleston
107 mi · 01h 59m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Rain Showers leaving Gantt and 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 Gantt to North Charleston?
The road trip is about 211 miles (339.6 km) and usually takes 03h 13m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Springdale is a useful midpoint, sitting about 102.8 miles from Gantt and 108.2 miles from North Charleston.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 194.5 miles (313 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.5 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:32 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.51 one way or $59.02 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 66.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Gantt and Showers And Thunderstorms near North Charleston.
Stop Ideas Near Springdale
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 Springdale.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gantt and North Charleston. Straight-line distance: 194.5 mi (313.02 km).
#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: 340 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 00m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 37m |
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 | $29.51 | $59.02 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $33.00 | $65.99 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $35.60 | $71.19 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $41.90 | $83.80 |
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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