Origin
Columbia, SC
Evening in Columbia on Thursday
Local time
5:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Columbia, SC to Newport, SC
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 29m
Distance
74.4 mi
120 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 22m
★
6 AM
1h 29m
8 AM
1h 43m
10 AM
1h 34m
12 PM
1h 33m
3 PM
1h 35m
5 PM
1h 42m
8 PM
1h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Newport, SC
Owen Mao
Trip Overview
The drive from Columbia, SC to Newport, SC covers 74.4 miles and takes about 1h 29m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Charles F Bolden Freeway, I. DeQuincey Newman Freeway, South Heckle Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 53.3 miles on Charles F Bolden Freeway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.63 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 29m. Total distance: 74.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 29m highway drive covering 74.4 miles, with most of the trip on Charles F Bolden Freeway and I. DeQuincey Newman Freeway. The longest continuous stretch is about 53.3 miles on Charles F Bolden Freeway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Charles F Bolden Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 53.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Charles F Bolden Freeway and I. DeQuincey Newman Freeway. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near US 76 / Bull Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 74.4 miles you will encounter 7 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: at 0.4 miles (US 76 / Bull Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.5 miles (I 77 / Charles F Bolden Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 62.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 76 / Bull Street
Turn left onto US 76 / Bull Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
9.5 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
I 77 / Charles F Bolden Freeway
Merge onto I 77 / Charles F Bolden Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
62.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
Take the exit toward SC 901: Rock Hill, York
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 73
Toward SC 901: Rock Hill, York
9
63.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
Keep slight left at fork toward SC 901 North: Rock Hill, York
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward SC 901 North: Rock Hill, York
6
74.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 29m in
|
Adnah Church Road
Turn left onto Adnah Church Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Columbia, SC to Newport, SC, road signs begin pointing toward York along the way.
York
62.8 mi in
|
~1h 9m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Charles F Bolden Freeway | 53.3 mi | 57m |
| I. DeQuincey Newman Freeway | 7.6 mi | 8m |
| South Heckle Boulevard | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Mount Holly Road | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| Heckle Boulevard | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| Bull Street | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Old York Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| State Highway 901 | 0.6 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Charles F Bolden Freeway
— 53.3 mi, about 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Columbia, SC and Newport, SC.
1
Start on Gervais Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Gervais Street
2
Turn left onto US 76
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Bull Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Continue on SC 277
7.6 mi
·
8 min
·
I. DeQuincey Newman Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Merge onto I 77
53 mi
·
57 min
·
Charles F Bolden Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 73
Toward SC 901: Rock Hill, York
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork
132 ft
·
3 sec
Toward SC 901 North: Rock Hill, York
Use the left lane.
7
Turn left onto SC 901
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Mount Holly Road
8
Continue on SC 901
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Saluda Street
Use the left lane.
9
Turn left onto SC 901; SC 5
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
South Heckle Boulevard
10
Continue on SC 901
0.6 mi
·
55 sec
·
State Highway 901
11
Continue on SC 901
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Heckle Boulevard
12
Turn straight onto SC 161; SC 274
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Old York Road
13
Turn left onto Adnah Church Road
198 ft
·
4 sec
·
Adnah Church Road
Use the left lane.
14
Arrive at destination
Adnah Church Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 37.2 mi from Columbia, SC · 42m 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 37.2 miles from Columbia, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Newport, SC
The final approach into Newport, 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
$11.63 one way
$23.27 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $12.72 | $25.44 |
| premium | $4.70 | $13.77 | $27.54 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.43 | $32.85 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 26 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 | 22.3 | 0 | $7.81 | $3.57 |
| Efficient EV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.51 | $2.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.8 | 0 | $10.42 | $4.76 |
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
Newport, SC
Evening in Newport on Thursday
Local time
5:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
Sunny
WSW 14 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued April 16 at 2:47AM EDT until April 16 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
49°F
Winnsboro, SC
37 mi in
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
38 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 29m on the road
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Columbia, SC to Newport, SC covers 74.4 miles and takes about 1h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Charles F Bolden Freeway, I. DeQuincey Newman Freeway, South Heckle Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 37.2 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 $11.63 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 74.4 miles you will encounter 7 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (US 76 / Bull Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.5 miles (I 77 / Charles F Bolden Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 62.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Columbia, SC to Newport, SC, road signs begin pointing toward York along the way.
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