Origin
Dentsville, SC
Evening in Dentsville on Wednesday
Local time
8:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dentsville, SC to Sumter, SC
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
56m
Distance
50.9 mi
82 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 52m
★
6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 6m
10 AM
1h 0m
12 PM
0h 59m
3 PM
1h 0m
5 PM
1h 5m
8 PM
0h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dentsville, SC
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Sumter, SC
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Trip Overview
The drive from Dentsville, SC to Sumter, SC covers 50.9 miles and takes about 56m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Two Notch Road, US 521, Sumter Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.96 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
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
25.5 miles from Dentsville, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 28m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 56m drive with frequent turns across 50.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Two Notch Road 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 Dentsville, SC to Sumter, SC is easy. At 56m 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 Dentsville, SC to Sumter, SC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Two Notch Road | — | — |
| US 521 | — | — |
| Sumter Highway | — | — |
| Camden Highway | — | — |
| Thomas Sumter Highway | — | — |
| Broad Street | — | — |
| North Washington Street | — | — |
| West Liberty Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Two Notch Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dentsville, SC and Sumter, SC.
1
Start on the route
23 ft
·
7 sec
·
the route
2
Turn left onto Two Notch Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Two Notch Road
3
Take the ramp left
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
4
Merge slight left
23 mi
·
26 min
5
Take the exit slight right toward US 521: Sumter, Camden
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
US 521: Sumter, Camden
6
Merge slight left onto Sumter Highway
7.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Sumter Highway
7
Continue on Camden Highway
6.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Camden Highway
8
Continue on Thomas Sumter Highway
7.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Thomas Sumter Highway
9
Continue on Camden Highway
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Camden Highway
10
Turn slight left onto Broad Street
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Broad Street
11
Continue on North Washington Street
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
North Washington Street
12
Turn left onto West Liberty Street
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
West Liberty Street
13
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 25.5 miles from Dentsville, SC, or about 28m 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 11 miles or 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 25.5 miles or 28m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sumter, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Dentsville, SC.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Dentsville, SC
This is one driving day of about 50.9 miles and 56m.
At 50.9 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.5 mi from Dentsville, SC · 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.5 miles from Dentsville, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Sumter, SC
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Sumter, SC if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.96 one way
$15.92 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $8.70 | $17.41 |
| premium | $4.70 | $9.42 | $18.84 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.24 | $22.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.3 | 0 | $5.34 | $2.44 |
| Efficient EV | 12.7 | 0 | $4.45 | $2.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.4 | 0 | $7.13 | $3.26 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (67% 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
Sumter, SC
Evening in Sumter on Wednesday
Local time
8:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
90°F
Oakland, SC
25 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
1 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
56m 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 Dentsville, SC to Sumter, SC covers 50.9 miles and takes about 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Two Notch Road, US 521, Sumter Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25.5 miles from Dentsville, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.96 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 Dentsville, SC to Sumter, SC is easy. At 56m 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 Dentsville, SC to Sumter, SC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Dentsville, SC to Sumter, SC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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