How far is Judson, SC from Summerville, SC?
The driving distance from Judson, SC to Summerville, SC is about 197 miles (317.1 km), with a travel time of about 03h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 179.9 miles (289.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 10m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Lexington County, South Carolina, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Judson and Summerville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Judson and Summerville.
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Start on 9th Street
727 ft · 32 sec · 9th Street
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Turn slight right onto Honour Street
1006 ft · 49 sec · Honour Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Anderson Road
2638 ft · 1 min · Anderson Road
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Continue on Anderson Street
2871 ft · 1 min · Anderson Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South Main Street
1.1 mi · 3 min · South Main Street
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Turn right onto East North Street
1.1 km · 1 min · East North Street
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Continue straight
10.5 mi · 13 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Golden Strip Freeway
31.6 mi · 35 min · Golden Strip Freeway
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Merge slight left
55.8 mi · 1 hr 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Charleston
90.9 mi · 1 hr 39 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 17 Alternate South: Summerville
1450 ft · 35 sec
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Turn straight onto North Main Street
2 mi · 3 min · North Main Street
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Turn left onto East Richardson Avenue
35 m · 5 sec · East Richardson Avenue
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Turn right
28 m · 7 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Judson and Summerville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Charleston
Keep slight right to continue on Charleston
90.9 mi · 01h 39m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Judson and Mostly Cloudy then Chance Rain Showers near Summerville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Judson to Summerville?
The road trip is about 197 miles (317.1 km) and usually takes 03h 05m 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?
Seven Oaks is a useful midpoint, sitting about 97.1 miles from Judson and 99.9 miles from Summerville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 179.9 miles (289.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.1 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 10:50 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 Chance Rain Showers around Judson and Mostly Cloudy then Chance Rain Showers near Summerville.
Stop Ideas Near Seven Oaks
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 Seven Oaks.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Judson and Summerville. Straight-line distance: 179.96 mi (289.62 km).
#1 Judson
Census-designated place in Greenville County, South Carolina
| Population | 2,050 |
| Coordinates | 34.8331700, -82.4276200 |
| Altitude | 298 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Summerville
Town in South Carolina, United States
| Population | 53,301 |
| Coordinates | 33.0185000, -80.1756500 |
| Altitude | 27 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Richardson Avenue (-80.1755, 33.018698)
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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