How far is Goose Creek, SC from Forest Acres, SC?
The driving distance from Goose Creek, SC to Forest Acres, SC is about 102.5 miles (165 km), with a travel time of about 01h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 90.5 miles (145.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 57m 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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A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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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 Goose Creek and Forest Acres.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Goose Creek and Forest Acres.
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Start on The Oaks Avenue
12 m · 3 sec · The Oaks Avenue
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Turn right onto Old State Road
72 m · 13 sec · Old State Road
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Continue on Old State Road
1067 ft · 23 sec · Old State Road
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Continue on Goose Creek Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Goose Creek Road
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Continue on University Boulevard
1.3 mi · 2 min · University Boulevard
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Take the ramp slight right
2254 ft · 55 sec
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Merge slight right
88.2 mi · 1 hr 35 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 77: Charlotte
1 mi · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Freeway
2.4 mi · 3 min · Veterans Memorial Freeway
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Continue on William Earle Berne Beltway
1.8 mi · 2 min · William Earle Berne Beltway
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Take the exit slight right toward SC 48: Bluff Road, Gadsden
1837 ft · 46 sec
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Turn straight onto Bluff Road
1541 ft · 34 sec · Bluff Road
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Turn right onto South Beltline Boulevard
3.5 mi · 6 min · South Beltline Boulevard
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Turn left onto Crosshill Road
93 m · 6 sec · Crosshill Road
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Turn straight onto Beltline Boulevard
1.7 mi · 3 min · Beltline Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Beltline Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Goose Creek and Forest Acres.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
University Boulevard
Merge slight right
88.2 mi · 01h 35m
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 leaving Goose Creek and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Forest Acres.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Goose Creek to Forest Acres?
The road trip is about 102.5 miles (165 km) and usually takes 01h 58m 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 51.3 miles from Goose Creek and 51.3 miles from Forest Acres.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 90.5 miles (145.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 12 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 2:32 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.34 one way or $28.68 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 32.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Goose Creek and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Forest Acres.
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 Goose Creek and Forest Acres. Straight-line distance: 90.49 mi (145.63 km).
#1 Goose Creek
A city in Berkeley County, South Carolina.
| Population | 44,972 |
| Coordinates | 32.9810100, -80.0325900 |
| Altitude | 14 |
| Country | United States |
#2 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 |
End: Forest Acres (-80.98981, 34.01932)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 165 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 16m |
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 | $14.34 | $28.68 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $16.03 | $32.07 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $17.30 | $34.59 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $20.36 | $40.72 |
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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