How far is South Santee, SC from Ravenel, SC?

The driving distance from South Santee, SC to Ravenel, SC is about 66.8 miles (107.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 20m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 56 miles (90.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 40m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Trip Tools

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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.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
66.8 mi
01h 20m
Flight
55.97 mi
90.07 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
55.97 mi
Kilometers
90.07 km
Flight Time
00h 06m

Driving Distance

Road route
66.8 mi
Kilometers
107.5 km
Drive Time
01h 20m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 20m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Ravenel
Sat, Apr 18, 6:29 AM EDT
Return by in South Santee
Sat, Apr 18, 7:49 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave South Santee
2026-04-18T05:09
Arrive Ravenel
Sat, Apr 18, 6:29 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 20m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:20 AM to 11:20 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:50 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in South Santee
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Isle of Palms
SC

City in Charleston County, South Carolina, United States

From South Santee
31.8 mi
00h 40m
To Ravenel
35 mi
00h 40m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
85°F
Saturday

Sunny

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
2 to 7 mph S
Destination
88°F
Saturday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between South Santee and Ravenel.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between South Santee and Ravenel.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    44 mi · 1 hr

  2. 2

    Continue on Spring Street

    1116 ft · 21 sec · Spring Street

  3. 3

    Continue straight

    708 ft · 21 sec

  4. 4

    Merge slight left onto Savannah Highway

    17.8 mi · 28 min · Savannah Highway

  5. 5

    Turn left onto State Highway 165

    1.5 km · 2 min · State Highway 165

  6. 6

    At the end of the road, turn right

    1717 ft · 35 sec

  7. 7

    Turn right

    529 ft · 39 sec

  8. 8

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between South Santee and Ravenel.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
8 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
1
1 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
12 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Savannah Highway
17.8 mi · 27%
State Highway 165
0.95 mi · 1%
Spring Street
0.35 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Longest stretch

Start on the route

44 mi · 01h 00m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 20m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 40m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+10.8 mi
56 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Isle of Palms
00h 40m from South Santee
Leave By
3:50 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving South Santee and Mostly Sunny near Ravenel.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from South Santee to Ravenel?

The road trip is about 66.8 miles (107.5 km) and usually takes 01h 20m 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?

Isle of Palms is a useful midpoint, sitting about 31.8 miles from South Santee and 35 miles from Ravenel.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 56 miles (90.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.8 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 3:50 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.35 one way or $18.70 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around South Santee and Mostly Sunny near Ravenel.

Stop Ideas Near Isle of Palms

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Isle of Palms and the surrounding midpoint area.
Historic Charleston City Market
Scenic stop 10.2 mi away

Historic Charleston City Market

Charleston , SC
188 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29401, United States
Rating 4.5/5 18,143 reviews Tourist attraction,Historical landmark,Market
City of North Charleston City Hall
Meeting point 13.1 mi away

City of North Charleston City Hall

North Charleston , SC
2500 City Hall Ln, North Charleston, SC 29406
Rating 4.3/5 44 reviews City Hall,City government office
North Charleston Police Department
Nearby stop 13.1 mi away

North Charleston Police Department

North Charleston , SC
2500 City Hall Ln, North Charleston, SC 29418
Rating 3.0/5 47 reviews Police department
Charleston County Parking Garage
Scenic stop 10.4 mi away

Charleston County Parking Garage

Charleston , SC
85 Queen St, Charleston, SC 29401
Rating 4.3/5 78 reviews Parking garage

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Isle of Palms.

RAIL

Charleston, South Carolina

21 mi away
4565 Gaynor Avenue
RAIL

Kingstree

98 mi away
101 East Main St.
RAIL

Yemassee

99 mi away
9 Main Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between South Santee and Ravenel. Straight-line distance: 55.97 mi (90.07 km).

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#1 South Santee

South Santee is a place in South Carolina, United States.

Population0
Coordinates33.1735000, -79.4175600
Altitude6
CountryUnited States
Ravenel

#2 Ravenel

Human settlement in Charleston County, South Carolina, United States of America

Population2,768
Coordinates32.7632300, -80.2501000
Altitude14
CountryUnited States
Start: US 17 (-79.417606, 33.173522)
End: (-80.24596, 32.761495)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 108 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 13m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 40m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 20m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 06m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 57m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 50m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.36 gal
8.92 L · about $9.35
Round trip
$18.70
4.72 gal · 17.84 L
Estimated CO2
21 kg one way
Round trip: 41.9 kg / 92 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.96 $9.35 $18.70
Mid-grade $4.43 $10.45 $20.90
Premium $4.78 $11.28 $22.55
Diesel $5.62 $13.27 $26.55

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 18, 2026

There is no time difference between South Santee and Ravenel. The current time is 05:09:40.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.