How far is Sumter, SC from Gadsden, SC?
The driving distance from Sumter, SC to Gadsden, SC is about 35.5 miles (57.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 24.9 miles (40.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 47m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 53m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Sumter County, South Carolina
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Slight Chance T-storms
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Light Rain
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sumter and Gadsden.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sumter and Gadsden.
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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
5.4 mi · 9 min · Broad Street
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Continue straight
21.7 mi · 27 min
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Turn slight left onto R L Coward Road
33 m · 6 sec · R L Coward Road
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Turn left onto Old Congaree Run
3.7 mi · 9 min · Old Congaree Run
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Congaree Road
4 mi · 7 min · Congaree Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Bluff Road
127 m · 7 sec · Bluff Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Bluff Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sumter and Gadsden.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Broad Street
Continue straight
21.7 mi · 00h 27m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Slight Chance T-storms leaving Sumter and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Light Rain near Gadsden.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sumter to Gadsden?
The road trip is about 35.5 miles (57.2 km) and usually takes 00h 53m 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?
Stateburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.8 miles from Sumter and 17.8 miles from Gadsden.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 24.9 miles (40.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.6 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:42 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.54 one way or $9.07 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance T-storms around Sumter and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Light Rain near Gadsden.
Stop Ideas Near Stateburg
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 Stateburg.
Camden
Columbia
Kingstree
Florence
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sumter and Gadsden. Straight-line distance: 24.89 mi (40.05 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 Gadsden
Gadsden is a place in South Carolina, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 33.8457100, -80.7659200 |
| Altitude | 45 |
| Country | United States |
End: Gadsden (-80.76592, 33.84571)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 57 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 26m |
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 | $3.63 | $4.54 | $9.07 |
| Mid-grade | $4.08 | $5.10 | $10.20 |
| Premium | $4.49 | $5.61 | $11.22 |
| Diesel | $5.73 | $7.16 | $14.33 |
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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