How far is West Columbia, SC from Goose Creek, SC?
The driving distance from West Columbia, SC to Goose Creek, SC is about 99.4 miles (159.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 92.1 miles (148.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 30m.
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Halfway Point
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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 West Columbia and Goose Creek.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Columbia and Goose Creek.
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Start on the route
83 m · 26 sec
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Turn left onto North 12th Street
625 ft · 13 sec · North 12th Street
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Turn right onto Jarvis Klapman Boulevard
1.4 mi · 2 min · Jarvis Klapman Boulevard
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Continue on Augusta Road
1.1 km · 52 sec · Augusta Road
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Take the exit slight right toward Charleston
927 ft · 23 sec
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Merge slight left
93.6 mi · 1 hr 42 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 78 East: Goose Creek
1480 ft · 36 sec
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Turn straight onto University Boulevard
1.5 mi · 2 min · University Boulevard
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Continue on Goose Creek Road
2577 ft · 44 sec · Goose Creek Road
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Continue on Goose Creek Road
1 km · 1 min · Goose Creek Road
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Continue on Old State Road
1067 ft · 27 sec · Old State Road
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Continue on Old State Road
72 m · 15 sec · Old State Road
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Turn left onto The Oaks Avenue
12 m · 2 sec · The Oaks Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · The Oaks Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Columbia and Goose Creek.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Charleston
Merge slight left
93.6 mi · 01h 42m
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.
Sunny leaving West Columbia and Mostly Sunny near Goose Creek.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from West Columbia to Goose Creek?
The road trip is about 99.4 miles (159.9 km) and usually takes 01h 30m 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?
Bowman is a useful midpoint, sitting about 49.6 miles from West Columbia and 49.7 miles from Goose Creek.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 92.1 miles (148.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.3 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 3:28 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.90 one way or $27.81 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around West Columbia and Mostly Sunny near Goose Creek.
Stop Ideas Near Bowman
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 Bowman.
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Charleston, South Carolina
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Columbia and Goose Creek. Straight-line distance: 92.17 mi (148.33 km).
#1 West Columbia
City in Lexington County, South Carolina, United States of America
| Population | 18,109 |
| Coordinates | 33.9934900, -81.0739800 |
| Altitude | 87 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Goose Creek
A city in Berkeley County, South Carolina.
| Population | 44,972 |
| Coordinates | 32.9810100, -80.0325900 |
| Altitude | 14 |
| Country | United States |
End: The Oaks Avenue (-80.032589, 32.981043)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 160 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 14m |
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 | $13.90 | $27.81 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $15.55 | $31.09 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $16.77 | $33.54 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $19.74 | $39.48 |
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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