How far is South Congaree, SC from Summerville, SC?
The driving distance from South Congaree, SC to Summerville, SC is about 88.7 miles (142.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 82.8 miles (133.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 57m 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 28m.
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 Santa Cruz County, California
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Congaree and Summerville.
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Start on Ramblin Road
14 m · 4 sec · Ramblin Road
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Turn left onto Main Street
1.5 km · 1 min · Main Street
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Continue on Edmund Highway
2.2 mi · 3 min · Edmund Highway
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Continue on Airport Boulevard
1.4 km · 1 min · Airport Boulevard
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Take the ramp right
803 ft · 20 sec
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Merge slight left
85.4 mi · 1 hr 32 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 South Congaree 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.
Airport Boulevard
Merge slight left
85.4 mi · 01h 32m
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.
Sunny leaving South Congaree and Sunny near Summerville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from South Congaree to Summerville?
The road trip is about 88.7 miles (142.7 km) and usually takes 01h 28m 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?
Brookdale is a useful midpoint, sitting about 46 miles from South Congaree and 42.7 miles from Summerville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 82.8 miles (133.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.9 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 3:32 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.40 one way or $24.80 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around South Congaree and Sunny near Summerville.
Stop Ideas Near Brookdale
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 Brookdale.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between South Congaree and Summerville. Straight-line distance: 82.85 mi (133.34 km).
#1 South Congaree
Town in Lexington County, South Carolina, United States
| Population | 2,485 |
| Coordinates | 33.9109900, -81.1356500 |
| Altitude | 58 |
| 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: 143 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 06m |
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 | $12.40 | $24.80 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $13.86 | $27.73 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $14.96 | $29.91 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $17.60 | $35.21 |
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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