How far is Saint Stephen, SC from Columbia, SC?
The driving distance from Saint Stephen, SC to Columbia, SC is about 101.9 miles (164 km), with a travel time of about 01h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 76.1 miles (122.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 44m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 52m.
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.
Census-designated place in Sumter County, South Carolina
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Saint Stephen and Columbia.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Stephen and Columbia.
-
1
Start on Barry Place
71 m · 16 sec · Barry Place
-
2
Turn left onto Church Road
1062 ft · 25 sec · Church Road
-
3
Turn right onto Byrnes Drive
8.5 mi · 11 min · Byrnes Drive
-
4
Continue on South Williamsburg County Highway
1.6 mi · 3 min · South Williamsburg County Highway
-
5
Turn left onto Gourdin Road
5.1 mi · 9 min · Gourdin Road
-
6
Continue on Society Street
2787 ft · 36 sec · Society Street
-
7
Continue on C E Murray Boulevard
11.5 mi · 13 min · C E Murray Boulevard
-
8
Turn slight right
103 m · 4 sec
-
9
Keep slight left
984 ft · 15 sec
-
10
Merge slight left onto Greeleyville Highway
2.4 mi · 3 min · Greeleyville Highway
-
11
Continue on East Boyce Street
2023 ft · 58 sec · East Boyce Street
-
12
Turn right onto North Church Street
1.1 km · 49 sec · North Church Street
-
13
Continue on North Brooks Street
15.1 mi · 17 min · North Brooks Street
-
14
Turn left onto South Guignard Parkway
1.1 mi · 1 min · South Guignard Parkway
-
15
Continue on South Guignard Drive
3.6 mi · 4 min · South Guignard Drive
-
16
Continue on Bultman Drive
1.1 km · 2 min · Bultman Drive
-
17
Turn left onto Broad Street
3.3 mi · 6 min · Broad Street
-
18
Continue straight
34.2 mi · 42 min
-
19
Continue on Devine Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · Devine Street
-
20
Turn slight right onto Millwood Avenue
1.4 mi · 3 min · Millwood Avenue
-
21
Turn left onto Gervais Street
1.3 mi · 3 min · Gervais Street
-
22
Continue on Gervais Street
71 m · 22 sec · Gervais Street
-
23
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Gervais Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Saint Stephen and Columbia.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Broad Street
Continue straight
34.2 mi · 00h 42m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Saint Stephen and Sunny near Columbia.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Saint Stephen to Columbia?
The road trip is about 101.9 miles (164 km) and usually takes 01h 52m 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?
South Sumter is a useful midpoint, sitting about 46.5 miles from Saint Stephen and 55.4 miles from Columbia.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 76.1 miles (122.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.8 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 2:46 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.26 one way or $28.52 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 32 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Saint Stephen and Sunny near Columbia.
Stop Ideas Near South Sumter
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City of Sumter City Hall
City of Manning - City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to South Sumter.
Camden
Kingstree
Florence
Columbia
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Saint Stephen and Columbia. Straight-line distance: 76.1 mi (122.47 km).
#1 Saint Stephen
Town in Berkeley County, South Carolina, United States
| Population | 1,824 |
| Coordinates | 33.4043300, -79.9217400 |
| Altitude | 24 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Columbia
The most populous city in South Carolina.
| Population | 132,130 |
| Coordinates | 34.0007100, -81.0348100 |
| Altitude | 89 |
| Country | United States |
End: Gervais Street (-81.034853, 34.000804)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 164 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 16m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $14.26 | $28.52 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $15.94 | $31.89 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $17.20 | $34.40 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $20.25 | $40.49 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in South Carolina · Apr 23, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.