How far is South Santee, SC from North Charleston, SC?
The driving distance from South Santee, SC to North Charleston, SC is about 47.4 miles (76.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 39.1 miles (62.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 48m 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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Halfway Point
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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 North Charleston.
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Start on the route
42.2 mi · 56 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Meeting Street
1902 ft · 49 sec
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Turn right onto Meeting Street
2.2 mi · 3 min · Meeting Street
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Continue on Meeting Street Road
1065 ft · 18 sec · Meeting Street Road
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Continue on Meeting Street Road
3057 ft · 52 sec · Meeting Street Road
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Continue on Carner Avenue
1.3 km · 1 min · Carner Avenue
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Continue on Rivers Avenue
1667 ft · 30 sec · Rivers Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Rivers Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between South Santee and North Charleston.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Start on the route
42.2 mi · 00h 56m
Route Summary
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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 Santee and Sunny near North Charleston.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from South Santee to North Charleston?
The road trip is about 47.4 miles (76.3 km) and usually takes 00h 54m 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?
Awendaw is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.3 miles from South Santee and 24.1 miles from North Charleston.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 39.1 miles (62.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.3 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 4:42 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.61 one way or $13.23 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around South Santee and Sunny near North Charleston.
Stop Ideas Near Awendaw
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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 North Charleston. Straight-line distance: 39.08 mi (62.9 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 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 |
End: US 52 (-79.97488, 32.854524)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 76 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 35m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $6.61 | $13.23 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $7.40 | $14.79 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $7.98 | $15.96 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $9.39 | $18.78 |
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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