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3h 16m
Distance
168.3 mi
271 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
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Bennettsville, SC
Mark Stebnicki
Traveling from Charleston to Bennettsville covers 168.3 miles, typically taking about 3 hours and 16 minutes behind the wheel. Because this journey is straightforward and efficient, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Your route primarily utilizes I-26, I-95, and North Governor Williams Highway, keeping you within the Southeast region for the duration of the trip. Budgeting approximately $27 for fuel should keep you well-covered for the drive. Whether you are heading north for business or visiting family, the trip is manageable and predictable for most drivers.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
84.1 miles from Charleston, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 37m into the drive .
This journey is defined by a highway-focused profile, with 77% of your travel time spent on major thoroughfares. You will face a significant stretch of interstate driving, including a longest uninterrupted segment of 77.9 miles on I-95. The experience is primarily an interstate grind designed for efficiency rather than winding backroads. As you transition from the coastal environment of Charleston onto the high-speed corridors of I-95 and eventually the North Governor Williams Highway, the pace remains steady and consistent. Expect a functional drive that prioritizes speed and directness over scenic detours.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
347 ft
Total Descent
201 ft
Highest Point
167 ft
~154.3 mi in
Elevation Range
157 ft
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and I 26. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near S-10-107 / Meeting Street.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 168.3 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (S-10-107 / Meeting Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles (Coming Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles (I 26): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto S-10-107 / Meeting Street
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto Coming Street
Navigation decision point
Keep slight left at fork onto I 26
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 95 North: Florence
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
On the drive from Charleston, SC to Bennettsville, SC, road signs begin pointing toward Darlington along the way.
Darlington
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 77.9 mi | 1h 24m |
| I 26 | 51.4 mi | 58m |
| North Governor Williams Highway | 16.3 mi | 19m |
| Main Street | 12.3 mi | 17m |
| South Main Street | 3.4 mi | 3m |
| West Main Street | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| West Lucas Street | 1.5 mi | 1m |
| Meeting Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Charleston, SC and Bennettsville, SC.
Start on Broad Street
Turn right onto Meeting Street
Turn left onto Calhoun Street
Turn right onto King Street
Turn left onto Spring Street
Turn right onto Coming Street
Turn right onto Septima Clark Expressway
Keep slight left
Take the exit slight right toward I 95 North: Florence
Merge slight left
Take the exit slight right toward US 52: Florence, Darlington
Keep slight right
Merge slight left onto West Lucas Street
Continue on South Main Street
Continue on North Governor Williams Highway
Continue on Main Street
Turn slight left onto West Main Street
Turn left onto North Liberty Street
Turn right onto West Market Street
Arrive at your destination
To keep your travel smooth, aim to complete the drive in one go, as the 3 hour and 16 minute duration is well-suited for a single session. Since you only have one planned stop, time it strategically to break up the 77.9-mile stretch on I-95. Checking your fuel levels before merging onto the interstate is a smart move, as prices can fluctuate, though your total cost is estimated at $27. Given the highway-heavy nature of this route, stay alert for traffic patterns on the major interstates during peak morning or evening hours. Taking advantage of the route's flexibility allows you to arrive in Bennettsville with plenty of time to spare for your afternoon plans.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 80 miles or 1h 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 84.1 miles or 1h 37m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bennettsville, SC than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Charleston, SC so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Charleston, SC
This is one driving day of about 168.3 miles and 3h 16m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 84.1 mi from Charleston, SC · 1h 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
84 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 84.1 miles from Charleston, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 95 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 77.9 miles.
The final approach into Bennettsville, 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 Bennettsville, SC.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$26.93 one way
$53.87 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $29.35 | $58.69 |
| premium | $4.78 | $31.66 | $63.32 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $37.39 | $74.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 58.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 50.5 | 0 | $17.67 | $8.08 |
| Efficient EV | 42.1 | 0 | $14.73 | $6.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 67.3 | 0 | $23.56 | $10.77 |
Gas CO2
59 kg
EV CO2
20 kg (66% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Charleston on Monday
Local time
4:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Clear
Destination
Late night in Bennettsville on Monday
Local time
4:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Clear
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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