How far is Mount Pleasant, SC from South Santee, SC?
The driving distance from Mount Pleasant, SC to South Santee, SC is about 38.5 miles (61.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 36.8 miles (59.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 42m 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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City in Charleston County, South Carolina, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Pleasant and South Santee.
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Start on the route
23 m · 10 sec
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Turn right onto Coleman Boulevard
72 m · 10 sec · Coleman Boulevard
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Turn left onto Chuck Dawley Boulevard
1.3 mi · 2 min · Chuck Dawley Boulevard
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Take the ramp straight toward US 17: Georgetown
1804 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left onto Johnnie Dodds Boulevard
3.7 mi · 7 min · Johnnie Dodds Boulevard
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Continue straight
33 mi · 41 min
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Continue straight
59 m · 11 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 Mount Pleasant and South Santee.
Straightforward drive
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33 mi · 00h 41m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Mount Pleasant and Sunny near South Santee.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mount Pleasant to South Santee?
The road trip is about 38.5 miles (61.9 km) and usually takes 00h 51m 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?
Awendaw is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.3 miles from Mount Pleasant and 19.2 miles from South Santee.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 36.8 miles (59.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.7 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 4:48 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.39 one way or $10.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Mount Pleasant and Sunny near South Santee.
Stop Ideas Near Awendaw
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Charleston, South Carolina
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mount Pleasant and South Santee. Straight-line distance: 36.78 mi (59.19 km).
#1 Mount Pleasant
The second most populous city in Charleston County, South Carolina.
| Population | 92,799 |
| Coordinates | 32.7940700, -79.8625900 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| Country | United States |
#2 South Santee
South Santee is a place in South Carolina, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 33.1735000, -79.4175600 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Santee (-79.41756, 33.1735)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 62 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 28m |
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 | $5.39 | $10.77 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $6.02 | $12.05 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $6.50 | $13.00 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $7.65 | $15.30 |
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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