How far is Summerville, SC from Wilkinson Heights, SC?
The driving distance from Summerville, SC to Wilkinson Heights, SC is about 55.5 miles (89.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 50.6 miles (81.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 08m 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 04m.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Summerville and Wilkinson Heights.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Summerville and Wilkinson Heights.
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Start on the route
28 m · 12 sec
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Turn left onto East Richardson Avenue
35 m · 7 sec · East Richardson Avenue
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Turn right onto North Main Street
2.2 mi · 4 min · North Main Street
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Take the ramp slight left toward I-26 West
2191 ft · 56 sec
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Merge slight left
44.6 mi · 48 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 301 South: Orangeburg
1530 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left onto Five Chop Road
6.4 mi · 8 min · Five Chop Road
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Turn right onto Whittaker Parkway
1.1 mi · 1 min · Whittaker Parkway
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Turn sharp right onto Russell Street
1623 ft · 41 sec · Russell Street
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Turn left onto Muller Street
107 m · 18 sec · Muller Street
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Turn right onto New Wilkinson Avenue
1029 ft · 45 sec · New Wilkinson Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · New Wilkinson Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Summerville and Wilkinson Heights.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I-26 West
Merge slight left
44.6 mi · 00h 48m
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.
Clear leaving Summerville and Clear near Wilkinson Heights.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Summerville to Wilkinson Heights?
The road trip is about 55.5 miles (89.3 km) and usually takes 01h 04m 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?
Harleyville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27.8 miles from Summerville and 27.8 miles from Wilkinson Heights.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 50.6 miles (81.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.9 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 4:22 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.76 one way or $15.53 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Clear around Summerville and Clear near Wilkinson Heights.
Stop Ideas Near Harleyville
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 Harleyville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Summerville and Wilkinson Heights. Straight-line distance: 50.59 mi (81.42 km).
#1 Summerville
Town in South Carolina, United States
| Population | 53,301 |
| Coordinates | 33.0185000, -80.1756500 |
| Altitude | 27 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Wilkinson Heights
Census-designated place in Orangeburg County, South Carolina
| Population | 2,493 |
| Coordinates | 33.5021000, -80.8331500 |
| Altitude | 69 |
| Country | United States |
End: Wilkinson Heights (-80.83315, 33.5021)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 89 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 41m |
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 | $7.76 | $15.53 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $8.68 | $17.36 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $9.36 | $18.73 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $11.02 | $22.05 |
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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