Origin
Gadsden, SC
Afternoon in Gadsden on Friday
Local time
4:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gadsden, SC to Goose Creek, SC
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 59m
Distance
94 mi
151 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 51m
★
6 AM
1h 59m
8 AM
2h 17m
10 AM
2h 5m
12 PM
2h 4m
3 PM
2h 6m
5 PM
2h 16m
8 PM
1h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gadsden, SC
Connor Scott McManus
Goose Creek, SC
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Trip Overview
The drive from Gadsden, SC to Goose Creek, SC covers 94 miles and takes about 1h 59m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 26, McCords Ferry Road, Bluff Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 59.6 miles on I 26. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.70 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.
Midpoint
47 miles from Gadsden, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 6m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 59m. Total distance: 94 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 59m highway drive covering 94 miles, with most of the trip on I 26 and McCords Ferry Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 59.6 miles on I 26.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 26 is the longest continuous segment at about 59.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 26 and McCords Ferry Road. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 7.9 miles in near US 601 / McCords Ferry Road.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Gadsden, SC to Goose Creek, SC is easy. At 1h 59m with 63% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 7.9 miles (US 601 / McCords Ferry Road): Navigation decision point; at 31 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 31.3 miles (I 26): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
7.9 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
US 601 / McCords Ferry Road
At end of road, turn right onto US 601 / McCords Ferry Road
Navigation decision point
4
31 mi into trip
|
~48m in
Take the exit toward I 26 East: Charleston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 26 East: Charleston
5
31.3 mi into trip
|
~49m in
|
I 26
Merge onto I 26
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
90.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 53m in
Take the exit toward US 78 East: Goose Creek
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 205B
Toward US 78 East: Goose Creek
5
93.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 59m in
|
Old State Road
Continue onto Old State Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 26 | 59.6 mi | 1h 4m |
| McCords Ferry Road | 14.3 mi | 21m |
| Bluff Road | 7.9 mi | 13m |
| Saint Matthews Road | 6.9 mi | 10m |
| Harry C Raysor Drive | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| University Boulevard | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Goose Creek Road | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Old State Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 26
— 59.6 mi, about 1h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gadsden, SC and Goose Creek, SC.
1
Start on SC 48
7.9 mi
·
13 min
·
Bluff Road
2
At end of road, turn right onto US 601
14 mi
·
21 min
·
McCords Ferry Road
3
Continue on US 601
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Harry C Raysor Drive
4
Continue on US 601
6.6 mi
·
9 min
·
Saint Matthews Road
5
Continue on US 601
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
Saint Matthews Road
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 26 East: Charleston
7
Merge onto I 26
60 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
·
I 26
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 205B
Toward US 78 East: Goose Creek
Use the right lane.
9
Turn straight onto US 78
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
University Boulevard
10
Continue on Goose Creek Road
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
·
Goose Creek Road
11
Continue on Goose Creek Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Goose Creek Road
12
Continue on Old State Road
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Old State Road
13
Continue on Old State Road
237 ft
·
14 sec
·
Old State Road
Use the left lane.
14
Turn left onto The Oaks Avenue
38 ft
·
1 sec
·
The Oaks Avenue
15
Arrive at destination
The Oaks Avenue
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 47 miles from Gadsden, SC, or about 1h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 59.6 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 21 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 47 miles or 1h 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Goose Creek, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Gadsden, SC so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Gadsden, SC
This is one driving day of about 94 miles and 1h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Gadsden, SC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 26 for about 59.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 47 mi from Gadsden, SC · 1h 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
47 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 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 47 miles from Gadsden, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Goose Creek, SC
The final approach into Goose Creek, 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
$14.70 one way
$29.40 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $16.07 | $32.15 |
| premium | $4.70 | $17.40 | $34.79 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.75 | $41.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28.2 | 0 | $9.87 | $4.51 |
| Efficient EV | 23.5 | 0 | $8.23 | $3.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37.6 | 0 | $13.16 | $6.02 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Goose Creek, SC
Afternoon in Goose Creek on Friday
Local time
4:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Brookdale, SC
47 mi in
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
26 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 59m 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 Gadsden, SC to Goose Creek, SC covers 94 miles and takes about 1h 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 26, McCords Ferry Road, Bluff Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 47 miles from Gadsden, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.70 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 Gadsden, SC to Goose Creek, SC is easy. At 1h 59m with 63% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 7.9 miles (US 601 / McCords Ferry Road): Navigation decision point; at 31 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 31.3 miles (I 26): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Gadsden, SC to Goose Creek, 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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