How far is Walterboro, SC from North Charleston, SC?
The driving distance from Walterboro, SC to North Charleston, SC is about 48.1 miles (77.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 40.3 miles (64.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 11m 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 05m.
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.
Town in South Carolina, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Walterboro and North Charleston.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Walterboro and North Charleston.
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Start on the route
664 ft · 14 sec
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Turn right onto Paul Street
1385 ft · 28 sec · Paul Street
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Turn slight left onto Wichman Street
3.7 mi · 7 min · Wichman Street
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Continue straight
22.4 mi · 32 min
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Turn slight right
63 m · 7 sec
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Continue on Dorchester Road
19.2 mi · 31 min · Dorchester Road
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Turn right onto Rivers Avenue
1501 ft · 29 sec · Rivers Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Rivers Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Walterboro and North Charleston.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Wichman Street
Continue straight
22.4 mi · 00h 32m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Walterboro and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near North Charleston.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Walterboro to North Charleston?
The road trip is about 48.1 miles (77.4 km) and usually takes 01h 05m 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?
Summerville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23 miles from Walterboro and 25.1 miles from North Charleston.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 40.3 miles (64.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.8 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 4:18 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.73 one way or $13.47 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Walterboro and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near North Charleston.
Stop Ideas Near Summerville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Old Town Hall
Lincolnville Town Office
Summerville Municipal Court
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Summerville.
Charleston, South Carolina
Yemassee
Kingstree
Denmark
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Walterboro and North Charleston. Straight-line distance: 40.3 mi (64.86 km).
#1 Walterboro
City in South Carolina
| Population | 5,343 |
| Coordinates | 32.9051700, -80.6667700 |
| Altitude | 21 |
| Country | United States |
#2 North Charleston
The second most populous city in Charleston County, South Carolina.
| Population | 118,752 |
| Coordinates | 32.8546200, -79.9748100 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
End: US 52 (-79.97488, 32.854524)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 77 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 35m |
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 | $6.73 | $13.47 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $7.53 | $15.06 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $8.12 | $16.25 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $9.56 | $19.12 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in South Carolina · May 23, 2026
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