How far is Sumter, SC from Dalzell, SC?
The driving distance from Sumter, SC to Dalzell, SC is about 9.7 miles (15.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 8.4 miles (13.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 27m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sumter and Dalzell.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sumter and Dalzell.
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Start on East Liberty Street
966 ft · 24 sec · East Liberty Street
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Turn right onto North Washington Street
2268 ft · 44 sec · North Washington Street
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Continue on Broad Street
2.8 mi · 4 min · Broad Street
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Turn slight right onto Camden Highway
1.9 mi · 2 min · Camden Highway
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Continue on Thomas Sumter Highway
3.4 mi · 4 min · Thomas Sumter Highway
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Turn right onto Frierson Road
2006 ft · 34 sec · Frierson Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Camden Highway
2530 ft · 1 min · Camden Highway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Camden Highway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sumter and Dalzell.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Thomas Sumter Highway
Continue on Thomas Sumter Highway
3.42 mi · 00h 04m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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 Sumter and Sunny near Dalzell.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sumter to Dalzell?
The road trip is about 9.7 miles (15.6 km) and usually takes 00h 13m 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?
Cherryvale is a useful midpoint, sitting about 4.8 miles from Sumter and 4.8 miles from Dalzell.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 8.4 miles (13.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.3 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:02 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.35 one way or $2.69 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Sumter and Sunny near Dalzell.
Stop Ideas Near Cherryvale
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City of Sumter City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Cherryvale.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sumter and Dalzell. Straight-line distance: 8.38 mi (13.48 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 Dalzell
Census-designated place in Sumter County, South Carolina
| Population | 3,059 |
| Coordinates | 34.0168200, -80.4300800 |
| Altitude | 66 |
| Country | United States |
End: Dalzell (-80.43008, 34.01682)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 16 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 07m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $1.35 | $2.69 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $1.51 | $3.01 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $1.62 | $3.25 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $1.91 | $3.82 |
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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