Origin
Burton, SC
Morning in Burton on Wednesday
Local time
6:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Burton, SC to Goose Creek, SC
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 27m
Distance
74.7 mi
120 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 21m
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6 AM
1h 28m
8 AM
1h 41m
10 AM
1h 32m
12 PM
1h 31m
3 PM
1h 33m
5 PM
1h 41m
8 PM
1h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Burton, SC
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Goose Creek, SC
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Trip Overview
The drive from Burton, SC to Goose Creek, SC covers 74.7 miles and takes about 1h 27m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Trask Parkway, Bees Ferry Road, Glenn McConnell Parkway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.68 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
37.3 miles from Burton, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 43m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 1h 27m drive with frequent turns across 74.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Trask Parkway is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Burton, SC to Goose Creek, SC is easy. At 1h 27m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Burton, SC to Goose Creek, SC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Trask Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Bees Ferry Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Glenn McConnell Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Paul Cantrell Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Mark Clark Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 26 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 26 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 52 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Trask Parkway
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Burton, SC and Goose Creek, SC.
1
Start on Parris Island Gateway
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
Parris Island Gateway
2
At the end of the road, turn left onto Trask Parkway
12 mi
·
14 min
·
Trask Parkway
3
Take the exit slight right
0.5 mi
·
1 min
4
Merge slight left
43 mi
·
56 min
5
Turn left onto Bees Ferry Road
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Bees Ferry Road
6
Turn right onto Glenn McConnell Parkway
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Glenn McConnell Parkway
7
Continue on Paul Cantrell Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
·
Paul Cantrell Boulevard
8
Take the ramp slight left
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
9
Merge slight left onto Mark Clark Expressway
4.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Mark Clark Expressway
10
Take the exit slight right toward I 26: Charleston, Columbia
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
I 26: Charleston, Columbia
11
Keep slight left to continue on I 26 West: Columbia
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 26 West: Columbia
12
Merge slight left
3.2 mi
·
4 min
13
Take the exit slight right toward US 52: Ashley Phosphate Road, Goose Creek, Moncks Corner
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
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US 52: Ashley Phosphate Road, Goose Creek, Moncks Corner
14
Keep slight left to continue on US 52: Goose Creek, Moncks Corner
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US 52: Goose Creek, Moncks Corner
15
Keep slight right to continue on US 52: Goose Creek, Moncks Corner
0.7 mi
·
55 sec
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US 52: Goose Creek, Moncks Corner
16
Keep slight left to continue on Moncks Corner Kingstree
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
Moncks Corner Kingstree
17
Continue on Rivers Avenue
443 ft
·
8 sec
·
Rivers Avenue
18
Continue on Goose Creek Boulevard North
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Goose Creek Boulevard North
19
Take the exit slight right
0.5 mi
·
1 min
20
Turn straight onto Goose Creek Road
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
Goose Creek Road
21
Continue on Old State Road
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Old State Road
22
Continue on Old State Road
236 ft
·
15 sec
·
Old State Road
23
Turn left onto The Oaks Avenue
39 ft
·
2 sec
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The Oaks Avenue
24
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 37.3 miles from Burton, SC, or about 43m into the drive.
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 74.7 miles or 1h 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.3 miles or 43m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Goose Creek, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Burton, 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 Burton, SC
This is one driving day of about 74.7 miles and 1h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Burton, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 37.3 mi from Burton, SC · 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 74.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 37.3 miles from Burton, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Goose Creek, SC
The final approach into Goose Creek, 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 Goose Creek, 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
$11.68 one way
$23.36 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $12.77 | $25.55 |
| premium | $4.70 | $13.83 | $27.65 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.49 | $32.99 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.4 | 0 | $7.84 | $3.59 |
| Efficient EV | 18.7 | 0 | $6.54 | $2.99 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.9 | 0 | $10.46 | $4.78 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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
Goose Creek, SC
Morning in Goose Creek on Wednesday
Local time
6:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°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
23 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 27m 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 Burton, SC to Goose Creek, SC covers 74.7 miles and takes about 1h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Trask Parkway, Bees Ferry Road, Glenn McConnell Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 37.3 miles from Burton, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.68 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.
The drive from Burton, SC to Goose Creek, SC is easy. At 1h 27m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Burton, SC to Goose Creek, SC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Burton, SC to Goose Creek, SC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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