How far is Saint Matthews, SC from Summerville, SC?
The driving distance from Saint Matthews, SC to Summerville, SC is about 64.2 miles (103.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 56.6 miles (91.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 08m 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 01h 04m.
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.
City in Orangeburg County, South Carolina, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Matthews and Summerville.
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Start on the route
9 m · 7 sec
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Turn left onto Bridge Street
89 m · 12 sec · Bridge Street
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Turn right onto Harry C Raysor Drive
1.2 mi · 2 min · Harry C Raysor Drive
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Continue on Saint Matthews Road
6.6 mi · 10 min · Saint Matthews Road
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Continue on Saint Matthews Road
1652 ft · 27 sec · Saint Matthews Road
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Take the exit slight right toward I 26 East: Charleston
1303 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
53.4 mi · 57 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 Saint Matthews and Summerville.
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 East
Merge slight left
53.4 mi · 00h 57m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Saint Matthews and Mostly Cloudy near Summerville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Saint Matthews to Summerville?
The road trip is about 64.2 miles (103.3 km) and usually takes 01h 04m 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?
Holly Hill is a useful midpoint, sitting about 32.1 miles from Saint Matthews and 32.1 miles from Summerville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 56.6 miles (91.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.6 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 4:22 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.95 one way or $17.90 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Saint Matthews and Mostly Cloudy near Summerville.
Stop Ideas Near Holly Hill
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 Holly Hill.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Saint Matthews and Summerville. Straight-line distance: 56.59 mi (91.08 km).
#1 Saint Matthews
Town in Calhoun County, South Carolina
| Population | 1,903 |
| Coordinates | 33.6648800, -80.7778700 |
| Altitude | 84 |
| 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: 103 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 48m |
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 | $8.95 | $17.90 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $10.01 | $20.02 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $10.80 | $21.60 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $12.71 | $25.42 |
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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