How far is Sumter, SC from Pamplico, SC?
The driving distance from Sumter, SC to Pamplico, SC is about 51.9 miles (83.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 44.5 miles (71.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 35m 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 17m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Florence County, South Carolina, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Rain Showers
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sumter and Pamplico.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sumter and Pamplico.
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Start on East Liberty Street
1.4 km · 1 min · East Liberty Street
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Turn slight right onto Myrtle Beach Highway
2.6 mi · 4 min · Myrtle Beach Highway
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Continue straight
38.5 mi · 49 min
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Turn left onto South Friendfield Road
4.2 mi · 10 min · South Friendfield Road
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Turn right onto Hyman Road
4 mi · 10 min · Hyman Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto North Pamplico Highway
2 mi · 3 min · North Pamplico Highway
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Turn left onto East Main Street
9 m · 8 sec · East Main Street
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Turn left onto North Walnut Street
20 m · 4 sec · North Walnut Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Walnut Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sumter and Pamplico.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Myrtle Beach Highway
Continue straight
38.5 mi · 00h 49m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Sumter and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Pamplico.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sumter to Pamplico?
The road trip is about 51.9 miles (83.6 km) and usually takes 01h 17m 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?
Olanta is a useful midpoint, sitting about 25.9 miles from Sumter and 26 miles from Pamplico.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 44.5 miles (71.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.4 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 3:54 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.25 one way or $14.50 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Sumter and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Pamplico.
Stop Ideas Near Olanta
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 Olanta.
Kingstree
Florence
Camden
Dillon
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sumter and Pamplico. Straight-line distance: 44.52 mi (71.64 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 Pamplico
City in Florence County, South Carolina, United States of America
| Population | 1,208 |
| Coordinates | 33.9960000, -79.5700600 |
| Altitude | 25 |
| Country | United States |
End: Pamplico (-79.57006, 33.996)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 84 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 38m |
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 | $7.25 | $14.50 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $8.11 | $16.21 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $8.74 | $17.49 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $10.29 | $20.58 |
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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