How far is Irmo, SC from Bluffton, SC?
The driving distance from Irmo, SC to Bluffton, SC is about 154 miles (247.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 129.1 miles (207.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 58m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Irmo and Bluffton.
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Start on Woodrow Street
7 m · 3 sec · Woodrow Street
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Turn right onto Lake Murray Boulevard
1.5 km · 2 min · Lake Murray Boulevard
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 26 East: Columbia
1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
5 mi · 6 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Charleston
60.2 mi · 1 hr 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 95 South: Savannah
1.4 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
56.6 mi · 1 hr 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SC 462: Coosawhatchie
1478 ft · 37 sec
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Turn left onto Coosaw Scenic Drive
9.6 mi · 13 min · Coosaw Scenic Drive
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Continue on Lowcountry Drive
7.9 mi · 11 min · Lowcountry Drive
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Turn right onto Okatie Highway
4.2 mi · 5 min · Okatie Highway
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Take the exit slight right
1365 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left onto Fording Island Road
5.8 mi · 7 min · Fording Island Road
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Turn right onto Bluffton Road
1.3 km · 1 min · Bluffton Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Bluffton Road
52 m · 4 sec · Bluffton Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Bluffton Road
1.4 km · 2 min · Bluffton Road
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Turn left onto Bruin Road
27 m · 2 sec · Bruin Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Bruin Road
Car Route Details
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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
60.2 mi · 01h 06m
Route Summary
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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.
Sunny leaving Irmo and Sunny near Bluffton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Irmo to Bluffton?
The road trip is about 154 miles (247.8 km) and usually takes 02h 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?
Saint George is a useful midpoint, sitting about 77.1 miles from Irmo and 76.9 miles from Bluffton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 129.1 miles (207.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.9 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 12:32 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.51 one way or $43.02 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 48.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Irmo and Sunny near Bluffton.
Stop Ideas Near Saint George
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Irmo and Bluffton. Straight-line distance: 129.1 mi (207.76 km).
#2 Bluffton
Town in Beaufort County, South Carolina, United States
| Population | 28,230 |
| Coordinates | 32.2371500, -80.8603900 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bluffton (-80.86039, 32.23715)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 248 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 55m |
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 | $21.51 | $43.02 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $24.05 | $48.10 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $25.94 | $51.89 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $30.54 | $61.08 |
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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