How far is Hampton, SC from North Charleston, SC?
The driving distance from Hampton, SC to North Charleston, SC is about 77.9 miles (125.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 66.9 miles (107.7 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 EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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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.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Colleton County, South Carolina, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hampton and North Charleston.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hampton and North Charleston.
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Start on Helen Street
1396 ft · 1 min · Helen Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Elm Street West
1.5 mi · 2 min · Elm Street West
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Turn left onto Charleston Highway
4.3 mi · 8 min · Charleston Highway
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Turn left onto Walterboro Highway
3.7 mi · 7 min · Walterboro Highway
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Continue on Sniders Highway
20.2 mi · 36 min · Sniders Highway
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Turn right onto Hampton Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · Hampton Street
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Turn left onto Robertson Boulevard
1.4 km · 2 min · Robertson Boulevard
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Turn right
24.7 mi · 36 min
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Turn slight right
63 m · 7 sec
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Continue on Dorchester Road
19.2 mi · 31 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 Hampton and North Charleston.
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 right
24.7 mi · 00h 36m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Hampton 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 Hampton to North Charleston?
The road trip is about 77.9 miles (125.4 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?
Cottageville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 38.1 miles from Hampton and 39.8 miles from North Charleston.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 66.9 miles (107.7 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:16 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.89 one way or $21.79 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Hampton and Mostly Cloudy near North Charleston.
Stop Ideas Near Cottageville
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 Cottageville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hampton and North Charleston. Straight-line distance: 66.92 mi (107.7 km).
#1 Hampton
City in South Carolina
| Population | 2,488 |
| Coordinates | 32.8779400, -81.1276100 |
| Altitude | 33 |
| 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: 125 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 58m |
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 | $10.89 | $21.79 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $12.18 | $24.36 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $13.14 | $26.28 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $15.47 | $30.93 |
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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