How far is Sumter, SC from Bishopville, SC?
The driving distance from Sumter, SC to Bishopville, SC is about 22.3 miles (35.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 21.3 miles (34.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 08m 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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Halfway Point
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Census-designated place in Sumter County, South Carolina
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sumter and Bishopville.
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Start on East Liberty Street
20 m · 5 sec · East Liberty Street
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Turn right onto North Main Street
4.8 mi · 8 min · North Main Street
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Continue on N Main St
6.4 mi · 10 min · N Main St
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Continue on Sumter Highway
10.2 mi · 16 min · Sumter Highway
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Continue on South Main Street
1.2 km · 1 min · South Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sumter and Bishopville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Sumter Highway
Continue on Sumter Highway
10.2 mi · 00h 16m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Sumter and Sunny near Bishopville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sumter to Bishopville?
The road trip is about 22.3 miles (35.9 km) and usually takes 00h 34m 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?
Dalzell is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.2 miles from Sumter and 11.1 miles from Bishopville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 21.3 miles (34.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 1 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 7:22 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.13 one way or $6.26 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Sumter and Sunny near Bishopville.
Stop Ideas Near Dalzell
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City of Sumter City Hall
Lynchburg Municipal Building
Bishopville City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Dalzell.
Camden
Columbia
Florence
Kingstree
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sumter and Bishopville. Straight-line distance: 21.25 mi (34.2 km).
#1 Sumter
City in and county seat of Sumter County, South Carolina, United States
| Population | 39,439 |
| Coordinates | 33.9204400, -80.3414700 |
| Altitude | 52 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bishopville
City in Lee County, South Carolina
| Population | 2,948 |
| Coordinates | 34.2182100, -80.2484100 |
| Altitude | 68 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bishopville (-80.24841, 34.21821)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 36 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 16m |
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 | $3.13 | $6.26 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $3.50 | $7.00 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $3.77 | $7.55 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $4.44 | $8.89 |
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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