The drive from Gloverville, SC to Sumter, SC covers 108.5 miles and takes about 2h 16m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 20, Garners Ferry Road, Augusta Road for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is mixed drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 34.8 miles on I 20.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $16.97 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
54.3 miles from Gloverville, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 5m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 16m. Total distance: 108.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (43%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
The drive from Gloverville, SC to Sumter, SC covers 108.5 miles and takes about 2h 16m, 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 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 20 is the longest continuous segment at about 34.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 51.6 miles in.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 108.5 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 51.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 61.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 69.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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51.6 mi into trip|~1h 1m in
Take the exit toward US 1: Columbia Airport, West Columbia, Lexington
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 58
Toward US 1: Columbia Airport, West Columbia, L...
7
61.6 mi into trip|~1h 16m in
Take the exit toward I 77 North: Charlotte
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 116
Toward I 77 North: Charlotte
8
69.8 mi into trip|~1h 26m in
Take the exit toward US 76, US 378, SC 262: Garners Ferry Road, Leesburg Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 9A-B
Toward US 76, US 378, SC 262: Garners Ferry Roa...
10
69.9 mi into trip|~1h 26m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 76, US 378: Garners Ferry Road, Sumter
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 9 A
Toward US 76, US 378: Garners Ferry Road, Sumte...
6
70.2 mi into trip|~1h 27m in|US 76; US 378 / Garners Ferry Road
Turn right onto US 76; US 378 / Garners Ferry Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Gloverville, SC and Sumter, SC, road signs point toward Columbia, Lexington and Charleston.
Columbia
51.6 mi in|~1h 1m
Lexington
51.6 mi in|~1h 1m
Charleston
57.3 mi in|~1h 10m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 20
34.8 mi
38m
Garners Ferry Road
34.6 mi
43m
Augusta Road
9.3 mi
15m
Columbia Highway North
5.8 mi
6m
William Earle Berne Beltway
5 mi
6m
I 26
4.1 mi
5m
Broad Street
3.2 mi
5m
University Parkway
3.1 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
I 20
— 34.8 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gloverville, SC and Sumter, SC.
1
Start on SC 421
4.0 mi·7 min·Augusta Road
2
Turn left
191 ft·9 sec
3
Turn slight left onto SC 118; SC 19 Truck
0.2 mi·18 sec·Hitchcock Parkway
4
Continue on SC 118; SC 19 Truck
1.5 mi·1 min·Robert M Bell Parkway
5
Continue on SC 118; US 1 Truck; US 78 Truck; SC 19 Truck
3.1 mi·3 min·University Parkway
6
Continue on SC 118; US 1 Truck; US 78 Truck
1.0 mi·1 min·Rutland Drive
7
Turn left onto US 1
0.7 mi·51 sec·York Street Northeast
8
Continue on US 1
5.8 mi·6 min·Columbia Highway North
9
Take the exit
0.5 mi·58 sec
10
Merge onto I 20
35 mi·38 min·I 20
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi·49 sec
Exit 58Toward US 1: Columbia Airport, West Columbia, LexingtonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn left onto US 1
0.2 mi·29 sec·Augusta Road
13
Continue on US 1
5.1 mi·7 min·Augusta Road
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi·21 sec
Toward Charleston
15
Merge onto I 26
4.1 mi·5 min·I 26
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.5 mi·58 sec
Exit 116Toward I 77 North: CharlotteUse the slight left / straight lanes.
17
Continue on I 77
2.7 mi·3 min·Veterans Memorial Freeway
18
Continue on I 77
5.0 mi·6 min·William Earle Berne Beltway
19
Take the exit
0.1 mi·19 sec
Exit 9A-BToward US 76, US 378, SC 262: Garners Ferry Road, Leesburg RoadUse the slight right lane.
20
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·35 sec
Exit 9 AToward US 76, US 378: Garners Ferry Road, SumterUse the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Turn right onto US 76; US 378
35 mi·43 min·Garners Ferry Road
Use the right lane.
22
Keep slight right at fork onto US 76 Business
3.2 mi·5 min·Broad Street
Use the left lane.
23
Continue on US 76 Business
0.4 mi·49 sec·North Washington Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
24
Turn left onto US 76 Business
0.2 mi·20 sec·West Liberty Street
25
Arrive at destination
US 76 Business
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 54.3 miles from Gloverville, SC, or about 1h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.8 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 24 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 54.3 miles or 1h 5m 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 50m
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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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 108.5 miles and 2h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Gloverville, SC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 20 for about 34.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 54.3 mi from Gloverville, SC
· 1h 5m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
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...
11 mi from route
~27 min detour
Free
near mile 82.3
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
32.6
0
$11.39
$5.21
Efficient EV
27.1
0
$9.49
$4.34
EV Truck/SUV
43.4
0
$15.19
$6.94
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Gloverville, SC
Morning
in Gloverville on Friday
Local time
9:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Sumter, SC
Morning
in Sumter on Friday
Local time
9:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°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
2 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
2h 16m 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 Gloverville, SC to Sumter, SC covers 108.5 miles and takes about 2h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 20, Garners Ferry Road, Augusta Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 54.3 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 $16.97 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 is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 108.5 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 51.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 61.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 69.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Gloverville, SC and Sumter, SC, road signs point toward Columbia, Lexington and Charleston.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from
OSRM
over
OpenStreetMap.
Fuel cost uses
EIA
weekly regional averages.
EV charging comes from the
NREL Alternative Fuels
dataset.
National park proximity is from the
NPS API.
Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our
methodology page
documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
