Origin
Goose Creek, SC
Evening in Goose Creek on Friday
Local time
5:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Goose Creek, SC to Burton, SC
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 41m
Distance
75 mi
121 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 34m
★
6 AM
1h 42m
8 AM
1h 57m
10 AM
1h 47m
12 PM
1h 46m
3 PM
1h 48m
5 PM
1h 56m
8 PM
1h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Goose Creek, SC
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Burton, SC
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Trip Overview
The drive from Goose Creek, SC to Burton, SC covers 75 miles and takes about 1h 41m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Savannah Highway, Ace Basin Parkway, Trask Parkway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 20.1 miles on Savannah Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.70 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
37.5 miles from Goose Creek, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 41m. Total distance: 75 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (54%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
The drive from Goose Creek, SC to Burton, SC covers 75 miles and takes about 1h 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 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Savannah Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 20.1 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 1.2 miles in near US 52 / Goose Creek Boulevard South.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 75 miles you will encounter 15 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 1.2 miles (US 52 / Goose Creek Boulevard South): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 7.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.2 mi into trip
|
~2m in
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US 52 / Goose Creek Boulevard South
Merge onto US 52 / Goose Creek Boulevard South
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
3.8 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 26 East: Charleston
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 26 East: Charleston
8
7.8 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the exit toward I 526: Savannah, Mount Pleasant
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 212B-C
Toward I 526: Savannah, Mount Pleasant
8
8 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 526 West: Savannah
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 212B
Toward I 526 West: Savannah
7
13.4 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Take the exit toward SC 461 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 11B
Toward SC 461 North
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Goose Creek, SC to Burton, SC, road signs begin pointing toward Mount Pleasant along the way.
Mount Pleasant
7.8 mi in
|
~11m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Savannah Highway | 20.1 mi | 26m |
| Ace Basin Parkway | 17.1 mi | 22m |
| Trask Parkway | 12 mi | 14m |
| Charleston Highway | 5.6 mi | 7m |
| Mark Clark Expressway | 4.9 mi | 6m |
| I 26 | 3.8 mi | 4m |
| Bees Ferry Road | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Glen McConnell Parkway | 2.1 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Savannah Highway
— 20.1 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Goose Creek, SC and Burton, SC.
1
Start on The Oaks Avenue
38 ft
·
3 sec
·
The Oaks Avenue
2
Turn right onto Old State Road
237 ft
·
12 sec
·
Old State Road
3
Continue on Old State Road
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Old State Road
4
Continue on Goose Creek Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Goose Creek Road
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Use the right lane.
6
Merge onto US 52
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Goose Creek Boulevard South
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on US 52; US 78
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
Rivers Avenue
8
Take the exit
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 26 East: Charleston
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 26 East: Charleston
10
Merge onto I 26
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
I 26
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 212B-C
Toward I 526: Savannah, Mount Pleasant
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 212B
Toward I 526 West: Savannah
Use the slight right lane.
13
Merge onto I 526
4.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Mark Clark Expressway
14
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
Exit 11B
Toward SC 461 North
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Turn straight onto SC 461
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Paul Cantrell Boulevard
16
Continue on SC 461
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Glen McConnell Parkway
17
Continue on SC 461
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Glenn McConnell Parkway
18
At end of road, turn left onto S-10-57
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Bees Ferry Road
19
Turn right onto US 17
20 mi
·
26 min
·
Savannah Highway
20
Continue on US 17
17 mi
·
22 min
·
Ace Basin Parkway
21
Continue on US 17
5.6 mi
·
7 min
·
Charleston Highway
Use the left lane.
22
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
23
Enter roundabout onto Trask Parkway
207 ft
·
2 sec
·
Trask Parkway
24
Continue on Trask Parkway
12 mi
·
14 min
·
Trask Parkway
25
Turn right onto US 21
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
·
Parris Island Gateway
26
Arrive at destination
US 21
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 37.5 miles from Goose Creek, SC, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 20.1 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 17 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.5 miles or 52m 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 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Burton, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Goose Creek, SC so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Goose Creek, SC
This is one driving day of about 75 miles and 1h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Goose Creek, SC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Savannah Highway for about 20.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 37.5 mi from Goose Creek, SC · 52m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 37.5 miles from Goose Creek, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Burton, SC
The final approach into Burton, 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
$11.70 one way
$23.39 round trip
$3.96/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $13.08 | $26.16 |
| premium | $4.78 | $14.11 | $28.22 |
| diesel | $5.62 | $16.61 | $33.21 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.2 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.5 | 0 | $7.87 | $3.60 |
| Efficient EV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.56 | $3.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30 | 0 | $10.50 | $4.80 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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
Burton, SC
Evening in Burton on Friday
Local time
5:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
86°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
5 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 41m 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 Goose Creek, SC to Burton, SC covers 75 miles and takes about 1h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Savannah Highway, Ace Basin Parkway, Trask Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 37.5 miles from Goose Creek, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.70 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 75 miles you will encounter 15 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 1.2 miles (US 52 / Goose Creek Boulevard South): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 7.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Goose Creek, SC to Burton, SC, road signs begin pointing toward Mount Pleasant along the way.
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. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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