How far is Goose Creek, SC from Gantt, SC?
The driving distance from Goose Creek, SC to Gantt, SC is about 197 miles (317.1 km), with a travel time of about 03h 41m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 186 miles (299.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 23m 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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Halfway Point
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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 Goose Creek and Gantt.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Goose Creek and Gantt.
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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
152.6 mi · 2 hr 46 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 385 North: Laurens, Greenville
29.6 mi · 32 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 185, US 276: Atlanta, Mauldin, Anderson
5.8 mi · 9 min
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 85 South: Atlanta
965 ft · 24 sec
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Merge slight left
4.4 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 25, SC 20: White Horse Road, Piedmont Highway
1869 ft · 46 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 25: White Horse Road
1134 ft · 28 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 25 North: Greenville
138 m · 11 sec
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Merge slight left onto White Horse Road
1 km · 1 min · White Horse Road
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Turn right onto Grove Road
22 m · 1 sec · Grove Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Grove Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Goose Creek and Gantt.
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
153 mi · 02h 46m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Goose Creek and Rain Showers near Gantt.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Goose Creek to Gantt?
The road trip is about 197 miles (317.1 km) and usually takes 03h 41m 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?
West Columbia is a useful midpoint, sitting about 98.5 miles from Goose Creek and 98.5 miles from Gantt.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 186 miles (299.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 11 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 9:36 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $27.53 one way or $55.06 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 61.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Goose Creek and Rain Showers near Gantt.
Stop Ideas Near West Columbia
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Goose Creek and Gantt. Straight-line distance: 186.04 mi (299.4 km).
#1 Goose Creek
A city in Berkeley County, South Carolina.
| Population | 44,972 |
| Coordinates | 32.9810100, -80.0325900 |
| Altitude | 14 |
| Country | United States |
End: Gantt (-82.42429, 34.80012)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 317 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 48m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 27m |
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 | $27.53 | $55.06 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $30.78 | $61.56 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $33.21 | $66.41 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $39.09 | $78.17 |
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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