How far is North Charleston, SC from Bishopville, SC?
The driving distance from North Charleston, SC to Bishopville, SC is about 121.8 miles (196 km), with a travel time of about 02h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 95.5 miles (153.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 54m 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 27m.
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
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City in Orangeburg County, South Carolina, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between North Charleston and Bishopville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Charleston and Bishopville.
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Start on Rivers Avenue
1501 ft · 38 sec · Rivers Avenue
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Turn left onto Dorchester Road
1 km · 1 min · Dorchester Road
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Take the ramp right toward I 26 West: Columbia
1130 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
46.3 mi · 52 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 95 North: Florence
1.3 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
35.4 mi · 38 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 521: Alcolu, Sumter
1660 ft · 41 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 521 North: Alcolu, Sumter
88 m · 7 sec
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Turn left
13.6 mi · 16 min
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Turn right onto South Lafayette Drive
3.5 mi · 6 min · South Lafayette Drive
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Turn right
648 ft · 13 sec
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Continue on North Main Street
3.1 mi · 5 min · North Main Street
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Continue on N Main St
6.4 mi · 10 min · N Main St
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Continue on Sumter Highway
10.2 mi · 16 min · Sumter Highway
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Continue on South Main Street
1.2 km · 1 min · South Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between North Charleston and Bishopville.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 26 West
Merge slight left
46.3 mi · 00h 52m
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 North Charleston and Showers And Thunderstorms near Bishopville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from North Charleston to Bishopville?
The road trip is about 121.8 miles (196 km) and usually takes 02h 27m 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?
Santee is a useful midpoint, sitting about 61 miles from North Charleston and 60.8 miles from Bishopville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 95.5 miles (153.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.3 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 1:36 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.03 one way or $34.06 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around North Charleston and Showers And Thunderstorms near Bishopville.
Stop Ideas Near Santee
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Charleston, South Carolina
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between North Charleston and Bishopville. Straight-line distance: 95.52 mi (153.73 km).
#1 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 |
#2 Bishopville
City in Lee County, South Carolina
| Population | 2,948 |
| Coordinates | 34.2182100, -80.2484100 |
| Altitude | 68 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bishopville (-80.24841, 34.21821)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 196 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 31m |
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 | $17.03 | $34.06 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $19.04 | $38.09 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $20.55 | $41.09 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $24.18 | $48.37 |
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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