Origin
Goose Creek, SC
Night in Goose Creek on Wednesday
Local time
10:42 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Goose Creek, SC to Oakland, SC
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h
Distance
93.3 mi
150 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 51m
★
6 AM
2h 0m
8 AM
2h 17m
10 AM
2h 6m
12 PM
2h 4m
3 PM
2h 7m
5 PM
2h 16m
8 PM
1h 55m
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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Oakland, SC
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Trip Overview
Embarking on a trip from Goose Creek, SC to Oakland, SC covers 93.3 miles and is estimated to take around 2 hours of driving time. This is a straightforward day trip, easily manageable within a single day. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is approximately $15, making it an economical option. The route primarily utilizes local roads with a significant portion on US 52, suggesting a more community-focused driving experience rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. Both your origin and destination are located within the Southeast region, so you'll remain within familiar territory throughout.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
46.6 miles from Goose Creek, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 2m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for the majority of this 93.3-mile journey. With only 29% of the route on highways, you'll be navigating a more personal road network. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 26.2 miles along US 52. This means you'll likely experience more frequent changes in speed limits and road conditions as you transition between different local streets and the main US highway. The drive will feel more connected to the communities you pass through, offering a different pace than a typical freeway experience.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 52 is the longest continuous segment at about 26.2 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 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Old State Road.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 93.3 miles you will encounter 14 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: near the start (Old State Road): Navigation decision point; at 58.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 77.6 miles (US 521 / South Guignard Parkway): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Old State Road
Turn left onto Old State Road
Navigation decision point
5
58.8 mi into trip
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~1h 16m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
77.6 mi into trip
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~1h 38m in
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US 521 / South Guignard Parkway
Turn left onto US 521 / South Guignard Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
92.9 mi into trip
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~1h 59m in
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Rhodes Avenue
Enter roundabout onto Rhodes Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
93.1 mi into trip
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~1h 59m in
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SC 441 / Peach Orchard Road
Turn left onto SC 441 / Peach Orchard Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 52 | 26.2 mi | 34m |
| North Brooks Street | 15.1 mi | 17m |
| Goose Creek Boulevard North | 14.2 mi | 16m |
| C E Murray Boulevard | 11.5 mi | 13m |
| Gourdin Road | 5.1 mi | 8m |
| South Guignard Drive | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| Frierson Road | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| Thomas Sumter Highway | 3.4 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
US 52
— 26.2 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Goose Creek, SC and Oakland, SC.
1
Start on The Oaks Avenue
38 ft
·
7 sec
·
The Oaks Avenue
2
Turn left onto Old State Road
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
Old State Road
3
Continue on Old State Road
245 ft
·
16 sec
·
Old State Road
4
Turn left onto Red Bank Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Red Bank Road
5
Turn slight right onto US 52
14 mi
·
16 min
·
Goose Creek Boulevard North
Use the right lane.
6
Turn left onto US 52
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
US 52
7
Turn slight left onto US 52
23 mi
·
29 min
·
US 52
8
Turn left onto SC 375
5.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Gourdin Road
9
Continue on US 521
0.5 mi
·
36 sec
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Society Street
10
Continue on US 521
12 mi
·
13 min
·
C E Murray Boulevard
11
Turn slight right
336 ft
·
4 sec
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
13
Merge onto US 521; SC 261
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Greeleyville Highway
14
Continue on US 521; SC 261
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
·
East Boyce Street
15
Turn right onto US 521
0.7 mi
·
49 sec
·
North Church Street
16
Continue on US 301; US 521
15 mi
·
17 min
·
North Brooks Street
Use the left lane.
17
Turn left onto US 521
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
South Guignard Parkway
Use the left lane.
18
Continue on US 521
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
South Guignard Drive
19
Continue on US 521
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Bultman Drive
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Turn left onto US 521; US 76 Business
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Broad Street
Use the left lane.
21
Turn slight right onto US 521
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Camden Highway
22
Continue on US 521
3.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Thomas Sumter Highway
23
Turn left onto Frierson Road
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Frierson Road
24
Turn right onto Rhodes Avenue
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Rhodes Avenue
25
Enter roundabout onto Rhodes Avenue
126 ft
·
5 sec
·
Rhodes Avenue
26
Continue on Rhodes Avenue
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
Rhodes Avenue
27
Turn left onto SC 441
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Peach Orchard Road
28
Arrive at destination
SC 441
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour duration, this trip from Goose Creek to Oakland is ideal for a single day, offering flexibility in your departure time. You won't need to plan for overnight stops, but it's wise to be aware of the 93.3-mile distance and the fact that it's a turn-heavy local drive. Keep your fuel tank topped up, as the longest stretch without significant turns is 26.2 miles on US 52, and plan for potential local traffic delays. The estimated fuel cost of $15 is quite reasonable, so budgeting for this should be simple.
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 46.6 miles from Goose Creek, SC, or about 1h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 26.2 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 21 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.6 miles or 1h 2m 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 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oakland, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Goose Creek, 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 Goose Creek, SC
This is one driving day of about 93.3 miles and 2h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Goose Creek, SC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 52 for about 26.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 46.6 mi from Goose Creek, SC · 1h 2m 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 46.6 miles from Goose Creek, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Oakland, SC
The final approach into Oakland, 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 Oakland, 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
$14.59 one way
$29.18 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $15.95 | $31.91 |
| premium | $4.70 | $17.27 | $34.54 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.60 | $41.20 |
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: 32.6 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 | 0 | $9.80 | $4.48 |
| Efficient EV | 23.3 | 0 | $8.16 | $3.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37.3 | 0 | $13.06 | $5.97 |
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
Oakland, SC
Night in Oakland on Wednesday
Local time
10:42 PM
EDT
Current temp
90°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
27 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 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 Oakland, SC covers 93.3 miles and takes about 2h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 52, North Brooks Street, Goose Creek Boulevard North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 46.6 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 $14.59 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 93.3 miles you will encounter 14 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: near the start (Old State Road): Navigation decision point; at 58.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 77.6 miles (US 521 / South Guignard Parkway): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Goose Creek, SC to Oakland, SC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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