How far is Goose Creek, SC from South Sumter, SC?
The driving distance from Goose Creek, SC to South Sumter, SC is about 79.9 miles (128.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 42m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 66.4 miles (106.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 24m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 42m.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Goose Creek and South Sumter.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Goose Creek and South Sumter.
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Start on The Oaks Avenue
12 m · 8 sec · The Oaks Avenue
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Turn left onto Old State Road
956 ft · 42 sec · Old State Road
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Continue on Old State Road
75 m · 17 sec · Old State Road
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Turn left onto Red Bank Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Red Bank Road
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Turn slight right onto Goose Creek Boulevard North
14.2 mi · 16 min · Goose Creek Boulevard North
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Turn left
3 mi · 5 min
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Turn slight left
23.2 mi · 30 min
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Turn left onto Gourdin Road
5.1 mi · 9 min · Gourdin Road
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Continue on Society Street
2787 ft · 36 sec · Society Street
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Continue on C E Murray Boulevard
11.5 mi · 13 min · C E Murray Boulevard
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Turn slight right
103 m · 4 sec
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Keep slight left
984 ft · 15 sec
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Merge slight left onto Greeleyville Highway
2.4 mi · 3 min · Greeleyville Highway
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Continue on East Boyce Street
2023 ft · 58 sec · East Boyce Street
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Turn right onto North Church Street
1.1 km · 49 sec · North Church Street
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Continue on North Brooks Street
16.1 mi · 19 min · North Brooks Street
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Continue on Manning Avenue
1.5 km · 2 min · Manning Avenue
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Turn left onto Atlantic Street
1755 ft · 50 sec · Atlantic Street
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Turn right onto Branch Street
35 m · 5 sec · Branch Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Branch Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Goose Creek and South Sumter.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn slight left
23.2 mi · 00h 30m
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 near South Sumter.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Goose Creek to South Sumter?
The road trip is about 79.9 miles (128.6 km) and usually takes 01h 42m 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?
Lane is a useful midpoint, sitting about 40 miles from Goose Creek and 39.9 miles from South Sumter.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 66.4 miles (106.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.5 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:06 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.17 one way or $22.34 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Goose Creek and Showers And Thunderstorms near South Sumter.
Stop Ideas Near Lane
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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 South Sumter. Straight-line distance: 66.4 mi (106.86 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 South Sumter
Census-designated place in Sumter County, South Carolina
| Population | 2,411 |
| Coordinates | 33.9057100, -80.3461900 |
| Altitude | 49 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Sumter (-80.34619, 33.90571)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 129 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 59m |
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 | $11.17 | $22.34 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $12.49 | $24.98 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $13.47 | $26.95 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $15.86 | $31.72 |
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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