The drive from Gloverville, SC to Summerville, SC covers 119.4 miles and takes about 2h 41m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 26, North Road, Salley Road for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is mixed drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 44.3 miles on I 26.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.67 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
59.7 miles from Gloverville, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 32m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 41m. Total distance: 119.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
The drive from Gloverville, SC to Summerville, SC covers 119.4 miles and takes about 2h 41m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 21 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 44.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 38.7 miles in near SC 394.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 41m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 38.7 miles (SC 394): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 66.3 miles (US 301 / Five Chop Road): Navigation decision point; at 117.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
38.7 mi into trip|~1h 1m in|SC 394
Enter roundabout onto SC 394
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
66.3 mi into trip|~1h 41m in|US 301 / Five Chop Road
Turn left onto US 301 / Five Chop Road
Navigation decision point
7
117.1 mi into trip|~2h 37m in
Take the exit toward US 17 Alternate South: Summerville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 199A
Toward US 17 Alternate South: Summerville
5
119.4 mi into trip|~2h 41m in|East Richardson Avenue
Turn left onto East Richardson Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
119.4 mi into trip|~2h 41m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 26
44.3 mi
47m
North Road
16.3 mi
24m
Salley Road
14.8 mi
24m
Wagener Road
12.8 mi
19m
SC 394
7.1 mi
9m
Five Chop Road
6.1 mi
7m
Augusta Road
4.3 mi
7m
Richland Avenue West
3.3 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
I 26
— 44.3 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gloverville, SC and Summerville, SC.
1
Start on SC 421
4.3 mi·7 min·Augusta Road
2
Turn straight onto US 1; US 78
3.3 mi·5 min·Richland Avenue West
3
Continue on US 1; US 78
2.4 mi·3 min·Richland Avenue East
4
Continue on SC 4
13 mi·19 min·Wagener Road
5
Turn straight onto SC 4
0.6 mi·1 min·Salley Road
6
Continue on SC 394
9.1 mi·15 min·Salley Road
7
Continue on SC 394
1.0 mi·1 min·Walnut Street West
8
Continue on SC 394
5.1 mi·7 min·Salley Road
9
Enter roundabout onto SC 394
127 ft·1 sec·SC 394
10
Continue on SC 394
7.0 mi·9 min·SC 394
11
Turn right onto US 178
16 mi·24 min·North Road
12
Continue on US 178
3.1 mi·4 min·Chestnut Street
13
Continue on US 21; US 178; US 601 Truck
1.1 mi·1 min·Whittaker Parkway
14
Turn left onto US 301
6.1 mi·7 min·Five Chop Road
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi·53 sec
16
Merge onto I 26
44 mi·47 min·I 26
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi·35 sec
Exit 199AToward US 17 Alternate South: SummervilleUse the slight right lane.
18
Turn straight onto US 17 Alternate
2.0 mi·3 min·North Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Turn left onto East Richardson Avenue
116 ft·5 sec·East Richardson Avenue
Use the left lane.
20
Turn right
92 ft·6 sec
21
Arrive at 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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 59.7 miles from Gloverville, SC, or about 1h 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 44.3 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 26 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59.7 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 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Summerville, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Gloverville, SC so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Gloverville, SC
This is one driving day of about 119.4 miles and 2h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Gloverville, 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 I 26 for about 44.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 59.7 mi from Gloverville, SC
· 1h 32m into the drive
The midpoint is around 59.7 miles from Gloverville, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Summerville, SC
The final approach into Summerville, 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 Summerville, SC.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Congaree National Park
National Park
Astonishing biodiversity exists in Congaree National Park, the largest intact expanse of old growth bottomland hardwood forest remaining in the southeastern United States. Waters from the Congaree and...
19 mi from route
~49 min detour
Free
near mile 53.5
Caution: Backcountry Trail Conditions
Park Closure: Boardwalk Partially Closed for Construction
Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Two forts stand at the entrance of Charleston Harbor. Patriots inside a palmetto log fort, later named Fort Moultrie, defeated the Royal Navy in 1776. As Charleston blazed a path towards secession to...
25 mi from route
~63 min detour
$10
near mile 119.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.67 one way
$37.34 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg42 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$20.42
$40.83
premium
$4.70
$22.10
$44.20
diesel
$5.61
$26.36
$52.72
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
35.8
0
$12.54
$5.73
Efficient EV
29.9
0
$10.45
$4.78
EV Truck/SUV
47.8
0
$16.72
$7.64
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 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.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Gloverville, SC
Afternoon
in Gloverville on Friday
Local time
4:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Summerville, SC
Afternoon
in Summerville on Friday
Local time
4:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
Sunny
SW 6 to 14 mph0% chanceLive 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
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
37 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
2h 41m 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 Gloverville, SC to Summerville, SC covers 119.4 miles and takes about 2h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 26, North Road, Salley Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 59.7 miles from Gloverville, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.67 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 2h 41m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 38.7 miles (SC 394): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 66.3 miles (US 301 / Five Chop Road): Navigation decision point; at 117.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Gloverville, SC to Summerville, SC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Congaree National Park and Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical 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.
