How far is Sumter, SC from Hartsville, SC?
The driving distance from Sumter, SC to Hartsville, SC is about 39.3 miles (63.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 34.9 miles (56.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 01m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 00m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Lee County, South Carolina
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sumter and Hartsville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sumter and Hartsville.
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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
2.1 mi · 3 min · South Main Street
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Continue on Hartsville Highway
6.4 mi · 10 min · Hartsville Highway
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Continue on West Lydia Highway
3.6 mi · 5 min · West Lydia Highway
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Turn left onto Oates Highway
1088 ft · 17 sec · Oates Highway
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Continue on South 5th Street
5.4 mi · 9 min · South 5th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South 5th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sumter and Hartsville.
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
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.
Clear leaving Sumter and Sunny near Hartsville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sumter to Hartsville?
The road trip is about 39.3 miles (63.2 km) and usually takes 01h 00m 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?
Bishopville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.6 miles from Sumter and 19.6 miles from Hartsville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 34.9 miles (56.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.4 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 4:28 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.51 one way or $11.01 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Clear around Sumter and Sunny near Hartsville.
Stop Ideas Near Bishopville
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 Bishopville.
Camden
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Kingstree
Columbia
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sumter and Hartsville. Straight-line distance: 34.89 mi (56.15 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 Hartsville
City in South Carolina
| Population | 7,479 |
| Coordinates | 34.3740400, -80.0734000 |
| Altitude | 66 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hartsville (-80.0734, 34.37404)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 63 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 29m |
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 | $5.51 | $11.01 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $6.16 | $12.31 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $6.64 | $13.28 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $7.82 | $15.63 |
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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