Origin
Columbia, SC
Afternoon in Columbia on Friday
Local time
3:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Columbia, SC to Burnettown, SC
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 18m
Distance
63.8 mi
103 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 12m
★
6 AM
1h 19m
8 AM
1h 31m
10 AM
1h 23m
12 PM
1h 22m
3 PM
1h 24m
5 PM
1h 30m
8 PM
1h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Burnettown, SC
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Trip Overview
The drive from Columbia, SC to Burnettown, SC covers 63.8 miles and takes about 1h 18m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 20, Augusta Road, Columbia Highway North for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 35 miles on I 20. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.98 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 18m. Total distance: 63.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (62%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 18m highway drive covering 63.8 miles, with most of the trip on I 20 and Augusta Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 35 miles on I 20.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 20 is the longest continuous segment at about 35 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 20 and Augusta Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in near SC 12 / Taylor Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 18m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles (SC 12 / Taylor Street): Navigation decision point; at 10.5 miles (I 20): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 45.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
1.2 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
SC 12 / Taylor Street
Turn left onto SC 12 / Taylor Street
Navigation decision point
5
10.5 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
I 20
Merge onto I 20
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
45.5 mi into trip
|
~54m in
Take the exit toward US 1: Aiken
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 22
Toward US 1: Aiken
4
52.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
|
SC 118; US 78 Truck / Rudy Mason Parkway
Turn right onto SC 118; US 78 Truck / Rudy Mason Parkway
Navigation decision point
4
63.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
|
Cross Over Road
Turn left onto Cross Over Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 20 | 35 mi | 38m |
| Augusta Road | 6 mi | 9m |
| Columbia Highway North | 6 mi | 6m |
| Jefferson Davis Highway | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| University Parkway | 3.1 mi | 3m |
| Jarvis Klapman Boulevard | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Robert M Bell Parkway | 1.5 mi | 1m |
| Rutland Drive | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 20
— 35 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Columbia, SC and Burnettown, SC.
1
Start on Gervais Street
434 ft
·
17 sec
·
Gervais Street
2
Continue on US 1; US 378
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Gervais Street
3
Turn right onto US 21; US 176; US 321
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
Huger Street
4
Turn left onto SC 12
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Taylor Street
5
Continue on SC 12
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
Hampton Street
6
Continue on SC 12
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Jarvis Klapman Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on US 1
6.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Augusta Road
8
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
9
Merge onto I 20
35 mi
·
38 min
·
I 20
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 22
Toward US 1: Aiken
11
Turn straight onto US 1
6.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Columbia Highway North
12
Continue on US 1
0.6 mi
·
53 sec
·
York Street Northeast
13
Turn right onto SC 118; US 78 Truck
171 ft
·
2 sec
·
Rudy Mason Parkway
14
Continue on SC 118; US 1 Truck; US 78 Truck
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Rutland Drive
15
Continue on SC 118; US 1 Truck; US 78 Truck; SC 19 Truck
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
University Parkway
16
Continue on SC 118; US 1 Truck; US 78 Truck; SC 19 Truck
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Robert M Bell Parkway
17
Take the exit onto US 1 Truck; US 78 Truck
243 ft
·
6 sec
·
US 1 Truck; US 78 Truck
18
Continue on US 1; US 78
4.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Jefferson Davis Highway
19
Turn left onto S-2-254
390 ft
·
9 sec
·
Langley Dam Road
20
Continue on S-2-254
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
Langley Dam Road
21
Turn right onto Carline Road
465 ft
·
14 sec
·
Carline Road
22
Turn left onto Cross Over Road
366 ft
·
10 sec
·
Cross Over Road
23
Turn right onto SC 421
332 ft
·
6 sec
·
Augusta Road
24
Arrive at destination
SC 421
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.9 mi from Columbia, SC · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.9 miles from Columbia, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Burnettown, SC
The final approach into Burnettown, SC usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.98 one way
$19.95 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $10.91 | $21.82 |
| premium | $4.70 | $11.81 | $23.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.09 | $28.17 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.1 | 0 | $6.70 | $3.06 |
| Efficient EV | 16 | 0 | $5.58 | $2.55 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.5 | 0 | $8.93 | $4.08 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Burnettown, SC
Afternoon in Burnettown on Friday
Local time
3:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°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
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 18m 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 Columbia, SC to Burnettown, SC covers 63.8 miles and takes about 1h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 20, Augusta Road, Columbia Highway North. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 31.9 miles from Columbia, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.98 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 straightforward 1h 18m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles (SC 12 / Taylor Street): Navigation decision point; at 10.5 miles (I 20): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 45.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Columbia, SC to Burnettown, SC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Congaree National Park.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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