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Trip from Clio, SC to Argyle, SC

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

20m

Distance

10.7 mi

17 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$2

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

4 AM
0h 19m ★
6 AM
0h 21m
8 AM
0h 24m
10 AM
0h 22m
12 PM
0h 22m
3 PM
0h 22m
5 PM
0h 24m
8 PM
0h 20m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Clio, SC, SC

Clio, SC

John Kostopoulos

Downtown Argyle, SC, SC

Argyle, SC

Ryan Klaus

Trip Overview

Clio to Argyle is 10.7 miles and takes about 20m via State Highway 381, with a fuel budget near $2 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short drive stays within South Carolina, connecting two points in the Southeast region. It's a straightforward trip, mostly on highways, making it an easy addition to a longer journey or a quick errand. Plan for a brief drive that requires minimal logistics, perfect for when you're short on time but still need to cover ground.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 20m. Total distance: 10.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

20m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (65%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 65% of the journey on such roads. You'll experience stretches of higher-speed driving, including a continuous 6.9-mile segment on State Highway 381. The route transitions through Hunts Bluff Road and Society Street, offering a mix of highway momentum and local road access. Expect a relatively smooth ride that prioritizes efficient travel over winding scenic byways, keeping you moving steadily towards your destination.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 6 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Highway 381 is the longest continuous segment at about 6.9 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 381 and Hunts Bluff Road. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 10.7 miles in near County Road 18 / Salem Road.

Driving Effort 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Clio, SC to Argyle, SC is easy. At 20m with 65% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

There is one spot that needs extra attention: at 10.7 miles (County Road 18 / Salem Road): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

1 of 1 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4
10.7 mi into trip | ~20m in | County Road 18 / Salem Road

Turn left onto County Road 18 / Salem Road

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
State Highway 381 6.9 mi 12m
Hunts Bluff Road 2 mi 4m
Society Street 0.9 mi 1m
East High Street 0.9 mi 1m
Salem Road <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: State Highway 381 — 6.9 mi, about 12m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Clio, SC and Argyle, SC.

1

Start on SC 381

0.9 mi · 1 min · Society Street
2

Continue on SC 381

6.9 mi · 12 min · State Highway 381
3

Continue on SC 381

0.9 mi · 1 min · East High Street
4

Continue on County Road 57

2.0 mi · 4 min · Hunts Bluff Road
5

Turn left onto County Road 18

51 ft · 1 sec · Salem Road
6

Arrive at destination

County Road 18

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$1.67 one way

$3.35 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 4 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $1.83 $3.66
premium $4.70 $1.98 $3.96
diesel $5.61 $2.36 $4.72

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$2

Estimated CO2 emission: 3.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 3.2 0 $1.12 $0.51
Efficient EV 2.7 0 $0.94 $0.43
EV Truck/SUV 4.3 0 $1.50 $0.68

Gas CO2

4 kg

EV CO2

1 kg (75% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 13, 2026

Origin

Clio, SC

Morning in Clio on Friday

Local time

11:24 AM

EDT

Current temp

88°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Argyle, SC

Morning in Argyle on Friday

Local time

11:24 AM

EDT

Current temp

90°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

2 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

20m 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 Clio, SC to Argyle, SC covers 10.7 miles and takes about 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are State Highway 381, Hunts Bluff Road, Society Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 5.3 miles from Clio, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.67 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 Clio, SC to Argyle, SC is easy. At 20m with 65% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

There is one spot that needs extra attention: at 10.7 miles (County Road 18 / Salem Road): Navigation decision point.

The route from Clio, SC to Argyle, SC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

How this page is built

Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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