Origin
Bonneau Beach, SC
Morning in Bonneau Beach on Wednesday
Local time
6:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bonneau Beach, SC to Charleston, SC
Data updated 1 hour ago
Drive Time
1h 2m
Distance
44.6 mi
72 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 57m
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6 AM
1h 2m
8 AM
1h 12m
10 AM
1h 6m
12 PM
1h 5m
3 PM
1h 6m
5 PM
1h 12m
8 PM
0h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
This 44.6-mile drive from Bonneau Beach, SC to Charleston, SC takes about 1 hour and 2 minutes, making it a perfect one-day trip. You'll navigate primarily via Goose Creek Boulevard South and I-26, with a portion on Main Street. With only 27% of the drive on highways, expect a more local feel for much of the journey. The estimated fuel cost is around $7, which is quite budget-friendly. Since it's a relatively short drive within the Southeast region, you won't need an overnight stay, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. This trip offers a straightforward connection between two points in South Carolina.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
22.3 miles from Bonneau Beach, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 31m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Prepare for a 'turn-heavy local drive' experience, as indicated by its profile. While 27% of the route is on highways, the majority involves local roads. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 17.2 miles on Goose Creek Boulevard South, so anticipate frequent turns and varying speed limits. This isn't a high-speed interstate cruise; instead, you'll experience more of a town-to-town feel. The road conditions will likely shift from suburban to more urban as you approach Charleston.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Goose Creek Boulevard South is the longest continuous segment at about 17.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 17.2 miles in near US 52 / Goose Creek Boulevard South.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 44.6 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 17.2 miles (US 52 / Goose Creek Boulevard South): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 30.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 30.7 miles (I 26): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
17.2 mi into trip
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~25m in
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US 52 / Goose Creek Boulevard South
Keep slight right at fork onto US 52 / Goose Creek Boulevard South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
30.5 mi into trip
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~42m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 26 East: Charleston
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 26 East: Charleston
5
30.7 mi into trip
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~42m in
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I 26
Merge onto I 26
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
42.7 mi into trip
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~57m in
Take the exit toward Meeting Street, Visitor Center, Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 221B
Toward Meeting Street, Visitor Center, Downtown
6
43.1 mi into trip
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~58m in
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US 52 / Meeting Street
Turn right onto US 52 / Meeting Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Goose Creek Boulevard South | 17.2 mi | 19m |
| I 26 | 12 mi | 15m |
| Main Street | 8.9 mi | 11m |
| Black Oak Road | 2.6 mi | 6m |
| Meeting Street | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Butter Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Rivers Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Saracen Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Goose Creek Boulevard South
— 17.2 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bonneau Beach, SC and Charleston, SC.
1
Start on Saracen Drive
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Saracen Drive
2
Turn right onto Butter Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Butter Road
3
At end of road, turn left onto Black Oak Road
2.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Black Oak Road
4
Turn right onto US 52
8.9 mi
·
11 min
·
Main Street
5
Continue on US 52
5.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Goose Creek Boulevard South
Use the left lane.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 52
12 mi
·
13 min
·
Goose Creek Boulevard South
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on US 52; US 78
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
Rivers Avenue
8
Take the exit
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 26 East: Charleston
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 26 East: Charleston
10
Merge onto I 26
12 mi
·
15 min
·
I 26
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 221B
Toward Meeting Street, Visitor Center, Downtown
12
Turn right onto US 52
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Meeting Street
Use the right lane.
13
Turn left onto Broad Street
40 ft
·
1 sec
·
Broad Street
14
Arrive at destination
Broad Street
Trip Plan
Given the short 1-hour duration and 44.6-mile distance, you have considerable flexibility with this trip. Aim to depart Bonneau Beach in the morning to avoid potential afternoon traffic as you get closer to Charleston. You won't need to worry about splitting the drive, and with a low fuel cost of $7, refueling is unlikely to be a major concern. Keep an eye on local traffic reports, especially as you enter the Charleston area, as this is a common commuter route. The 'turn-heavy' nature of the drive means staying attentive to navigation is key.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 22.3 miles from Bonneau Beach, SC, or about 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 17.2 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 44.6 miles or 1h 2m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 22.3 miles or 31m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Charleston, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bonneau Beach, SC so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bonneau Beach, SC
This is one driving day of about 44.6 miles and 1h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bonneau Beach, SC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Goose Creek Boulevard South for about 17.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22.3 mi from Bonneau Beach, SC · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 44.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.3 miles from Bonneau Beach, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Charleston, SC
The final approach into Charleston, SC usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Charleston, SC.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.97 one way
$13.95 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $7.63 | $15.25 |
| premium | $4.70 | $8.25 | $16.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.85 | $19.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.68 | $2.14 |
| Efficient EV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.90 | $1.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.24 | $2.85 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Charleston, SC
Morning in Charleston on Wednesday
Local time
6:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
1 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 2m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Bonneau Beach, SC to Charleston, SC covers 44.6 miles and takes about 1h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Goose Creek Boulevard South, I 26, Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 22.3 miles from Bonneau Beach, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.97 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 44.6 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 17.2 miles (US 52 / Goose Creek Boulevard South): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 30.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 30.7 miles (I 26): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Bonneau Beach, SC to Charleston, SC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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