How far is South Santee, SC from Isle of Palms, SC?
The driving distance from South Santee, SC to Isle of Palms, SC is about 39.1 miles (63 km), with a travel time of about 00h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 34.5 miles (55.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 29m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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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 South Santee and Isle of Palms.
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Start on the route
34.9 mi · 45 min
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Turn left onto Isle of Palms Connector
3.8 mi · 6 min · Isle of Palms Connector
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Turn right onto Palm Boulevard
2128 ft · 51 sec · Palm Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Palm Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between South Santee and Isle of Palms.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
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Start on the route
34.9 mi · 00h 45m
Route Summary
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A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving South Santee and Sunny near Isle of Palms.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from South Santee to Isle of Palms?
The road trip is about 39.1 miles (63 km) and usually takes 00h 44m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Awendaw is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.6 miles from South Santee and 19.6 miles from Isle of Palms.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 34.5 miles (55.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.6 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:00 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.47 one way or $10.93 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around South Santee and Sunny near Isle of Palms.
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 South Santee and Isle of Palms. Straight-line distance: 34.52 mi (55.56 km).
#1 South Santee
South Santee is a place in South Carolina, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 33.1735000, -79.4175600 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Isle of Palms
City in Charleston County, South Carolina, United States
| Population | 4,371 |
| Coordinates | 32.7868400, -79.7948000 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
End: Palm Boulevard (-79.793772, 32.785414)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 63 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 29m |
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 | $5.47 | $10.93 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $6.11 | $12.22 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $6.59 | $13.19 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $7.76 | $15.52 |
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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