How far is Timmonsville, SC from Sumter, SC?
The driving distance from Timmonsville, SC to Sumter, SC is about 28.2 miles (45.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 27.3 miles (44 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 10m 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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City in Sumter County, South Carolina, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Timmonsville and Sumter.
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Start on East Main Street
53 m · 13 sec · East Main Street
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Turn left onto South Brockington Street
1115 ft · 24 sec · South Brockington Street
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Turn right onto East Smith Street
7.2 mi · 11 min · East Smith Street
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Continue on Florence Highway
18.6 mi · 28 min · Florence Highway
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Continue on East Liberty Street
2.1 mi · 3 min · East Liberty Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Liberty Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Timmonsville and Sumter.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Florence Highway
Continue on Florence Highway
18.6 mi · 00h 28m
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.
Sunny leaving Timmonsville and Sunny near Sumter.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Timmonsville to Sumter?
The road trip is about 28.2 miles (45.4 km) and usually takes 00h 35m 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?
Mayesville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14.1 miles from Timmonsville and 14.1 miles from Sumter.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 27.3 miles (44 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.9 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 7:20 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.96 one way or $7.92 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Timmonsville and Sunny near Sumter.
Stop Ideas Near Mayesville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City of Sumter City Hall
Turbeville Town Hall
Bishopville City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Mayesville.
Florence
Camden
Kingstree
Columbia
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Timmonsville and Sumter. Straight-line distance: 27.36 mi (44.03 km).
#1 Timmonsville
City in Florence County, South Carolina, United States of America
| Population | 2,345 |
| Coordinates | 34.1348800, -79.9397900 |
| Altitude | 44 |
| Country | United States |
#2 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 |
End: East Liberty Street (-80.341474, 33.920409)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 45 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 21m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $3.96 | $7.92 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $4.43 | $8.86 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $4.78 | $9.56 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $5.62 | $11.25 |
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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