Origin
Forestbrook, SC
Afternoon in Forestbrook on Friday
Local time
1:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Forestbrook, SC to Columbia, SC
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 1m
Distance
134.8 mi
217 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 51m
★
6 AM
3h 2m
8 AM
3h 25m
10 AM
3h 10m
12 PM
3h 8m
3 PM
3h 11m
5 PM
3h 24m
8 PM
2h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Forestbrook, SC
Colon Freld
Trip Overview
Planning a trip from Forestbrook to Columbia, South Carolina? This 134.8-mile drive will take you about 3 hours and 1 minute, making it a very manageable one-day excursion. You'll primarily navigate using Broad Street and East Myrtle Beach Highway before transitioning to Highway 378. With a fuel cost estimated at $21, this journey through the Southeast region is an economical option. The route's 'turn-heavy local drive' profile suggests a more engaging experience than a simple interstate cruise, with one recommended stop along the way.
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
67.4 miles from Forestbrook, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 32m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 1m. Total distance: 134.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this 134.8-mile route. While only 27% of the journey involves highways, the longest uninterrupted stretch is 36.2 miles on Broad Street. This suggests a dynamic driving experience with frequent changes in direction and speed, moving away from monotonous highway cruising. The profile indicates you'll be engaging with local roads for a significant portion of the 3-hour trip, offering a more connected feel to the South Carolina landscape rather than a blur of interstate miles.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Broad Street is the longest continuous segment at about 36.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Canna Trail.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 134.8 miles you will encounter 9 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 0.1 miles (Canna Trail): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (S-26-137 / Forestbrook Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Canna Trail
Turn left onto Canna Trail
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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S-26-137 / Forestbrook Road
At end of road, turn right onto S-26-137 / Forestbrook Road
Navigation decision point
6
1.6 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 501 North, SC 31 South: Conway:Georgetown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 501 North, SC 31 South: Conway:George...
5
2.4 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
US 501
Merge onto US 501
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
94.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 7m in
|
US 76; US 378 / Broad Street
Merge onto US 76; US 378 / Broad Street
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Broad Street | 36.2 mi | 45m |
| East Myrtle Beach Highway | 36.1 mi | 43m |
| Highway 378 | 22.9 mi | 32m |
| Myrtle Beach Highway | 13 mi | 16m |
| Robert E Graham Freeway | 6.4 mi | 7m |
| US 501 | 5.1 mi | 7m |
| Clarence Coker Highway | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| Highway 501 East | 2 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Broad Street
— 36.2 mi, about 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Forestbrook, SC and Columbia, SC.
1
Start on Brookline Drive
336 ft
·
19 sec
·
Brookline Drive
2
Turn left onto Canna Trail
193 ft
·
8 sec
·
Canna Trail
3
Turn left onto Bellis Drive
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
Bellis Drive
4
At end of road, turn right onto S-26-137
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Forestbrook Road
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Toward US 501 North: Carolina Forest, Conway
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward US 501 North, SC 31 South: Conway:Georgetown
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
8
Merge onto US 501
5.1 mi
·
7 min
·
US 501
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on US 501
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Highway 501 East
10
Continue on US 501
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Church Street
11
Turn left onto US 378
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Wright Boulevard
12
Continue on US 378
23 mi
·
32 min
·
Highway 378
13
Continue on US 378
36 mi
·
43 min
·
East Myrtle Beach Highway
14
Continue on US 301; US 378
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
15
Turn slight right onto Clarence Coker Highway
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Clarence Coker Highway
16
Continue on US 378
13 mi
·
16 min
·
Myrtle Beach Highway
17
Keep slight right at fork onto US 378
6.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Robert E Graham Freeway
18
Merge onto US 76; US 378
36 mi
·
45 min
·
Broad Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Continue on US 76; US 378
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Devine Street
20
Continue on US 76; US 378
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Devine Street
21
Turn slight right onto US 76; US 378
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Millwood Avenue
22
Turn left onto US 1; US 76; US 378
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Gervais Street
23
Continue on Gervais Street
234 ft
·
22 sec
·
Gervais Street
24
Arrive at destination
Gervais Street
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour duration and the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, starting your journey from Forestbrook in the morning is advisable to maximize daylight. Plan for one stop to break up the 134.8 miles, perhaps around the 36.2-mile mark on Broad Street. Keep an eye on your navigation as you transition between Broad Street, East Myrtle Beach Highway, and Highway 378, as the numerous turns can be demanding. With a fuel cost around $21, it's an affordable trip, but ensure you have enough gas before departing, as services might be less frequent on some local road segments.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 67.4 miles from Forestbrook, SC, or about 1h 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 36.2 miles.
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 30 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 67.4 miles or 1h 32m 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 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Columbia, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Forestbrook, 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 Forestbrook, SC
This is one driving day of about 134.8 miles and 3h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Forestbrook, SC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Broad Street for about 36.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 67.4 mi from Forestbrook, SC · 1h 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
67 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 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 67.4 miles from Forestbrook, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Columbia, SC
The final approach into Columbia, 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 Columbia, SC.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.08 one way
$42.16 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
47 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $23.05 | $46.10 |
| premium | $4.70 | $24.95 | $49.90 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $29.76 | $59.52 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 47.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 40.4 | 0 | $14.15 | $6.47 |
| Efficient EV | 33.7 | 0 | $11.80 | $5.39 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 53.9 | 0 | $18.87 | $8.63 |
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Columbia, SC
Afternoon in Columbia on Friday
Local time
1:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
4 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
3h 1m 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 Forestbrook, SC to Columbia, SC covers 134.8 miles and takes about 3h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Broad Street, East Myrtle Beach Highway, Highway 378. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 67.4 miles from Forestbrook, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.08 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 134.8 miles you will encounter 9 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 0.1 miles (Canna Trail): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (S-26-137 / Forestbrook Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Forestbrook, SC to Columbia, 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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