Goose Creek, SC to Wedgefield, SC is 90.6 miles and takes about 1h 58m via I 26 and I 95, with a fuel budget near $14 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within South Carolina, connecting two points in the Southeast region. Expect a mostly highway-focused experience for this relatively short trip. It's a straightforward journey that's easy to fit into a single day, making it a convenient option for moving between these areas.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
45.3 miles from Goose Creek, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 52m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 58m. Total distance: 90.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a highway-focused drive, with 63% of the route utilizing major interstates. You'll encounter the longest uninterrupted stretch of 35.6 miles on I 26, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of the journey. The drive primarily follows major highways, indicating a predominantly fast and efficient travel experience. While the profile suggests a focus on high-speed travel, be prepared for the characteristic flow of interstate traffic.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
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 35.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 26 and I 95. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Old State Road.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 90.6 miles you will encounter 10 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 2.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 3.1 miles (I 26): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip|~0m in|Old State Road
Turn right onto Old State Road
Navigation decision point
4
2.7 mi into trip|~4m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
3.1 mi into trip|~5m in|I 26
Merge onto I 26
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
38.7 mi into trip|~44m in
Take the exit toward I 95 North: Florence
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 169B
Toward I 95 North: Florence
8
61 mi into trip|~1h 8m in
Take the exit toward Buff Boulevard, Summerton
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 108
Toward Buff Boulevard, Summerton
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 Wedgefield, SC, road signs begin pointing toward Summerton along the way.
Summerton
61 mi in|~1h 8m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 26
35.6 mi
38m
I 95
21.5 mi
23m
Summerton Highway
8.7 mi
13m
South Kings Highway
8.2 mi
14m
East Clark Street
3.7 mi
6m
West Fulton Street
3.5 mi
6m
Paxville Highway
2.3 mi
4m
University Boulevard
1.3 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 26
— 35.6 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Goose Creek, SC and Wedgefield, 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
1.1 mi·1 min·Goose Creek Road
5
Continue on US 78
1.3 mi·2 min·University Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·55 sec
Use the right lane.
7
Merge onto I 26
36 mi·38 min·I 26
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Exit 169BToward I 95 North: Florence
9
Merge onto I 95
21 mi·23 min·I 95
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi·43 sec
Exit 108Toward Buff Boulevard, SummertonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn left onto Buff Boulevard
0.8 mi·1 min·Buff Boulevard
12
Turn slight right onto US 15; US 301
1.3 mi·1 min·South Church Street
13
Continue on US 15
8.7 mi·13 min·Summerton Highway
14
Turn left onto SC 261
2.3 mi·4 min·Paxville Highway
15
Continue on SC 261
3.7 mi·6 min·East Clark Street
16
Keep slight left at fork onto SC 261
0.2 mi·23 sec·East Fulton Street
17
Continue on SC 261
0.1 mi·10 sec·Fulton Manning Road
18
Continue on SC 261
3.5 mi·6 min·West Fulton Street
19
Continue on SC 261
8.2 mi·14 min·South Kings Highway
20
Continue on SC 261
0.5 mi·48 sec·Highway 261 South
21
Arrive at destination
SC 261
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, single-day trip of under two hours, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. Leaving mid-morning will allow you to avoid the rush hour in Goose Creek and still arrive with plenty of daylight. With a fuel cost estimated at $14, you won't need to worry excessively about finding gas stations, but it's always wise to top off before embarking. Pay attention to traffic on I 26 as you approach Columbia; it can sometimes become congested.
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 45.3 miles from Goose Creek, SC, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 35.6 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 20 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.3 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 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Wedgefield, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Goose Creek, SC
This is one driving day of about 90.6 miles and 1h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Goose Creek, SC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 26 for about 35.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 45.3 mi from Goose Creek, SC
· 52m 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...
14 mi from route
~35 min detour
Free
near mile 84.4
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.17 one way
$28.34 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg32 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$15.49
$30.98
premium
$4.70
$16.77
$33.54
diesel
$5.61
$20.00
$40.01
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
27.2
0
$9.51
$4.35
Efficient EV
22.7
0
$7.93
$3.62
EV Truck/SUV
36.2
0
$12.68
$5.80
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 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 16, 2026
Origin
Goose Creek, SC
Afternoon
in Goose Creek on Friday
Local time
4:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Wedgefield, SC
Afternoon
in Wedgefield on Friday
Local time
4:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
77°F
Holly Hill, SC
45 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
32 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
1h 58m 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 Wedgefield, SC covers 90.6 miles and takes about 1h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 26, I 95, Summerton Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 45.3 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 $14.17 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 90.6 miles you will encounter 10 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 2.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 3.1 miles (I 26): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Goose Creek, SC to Wedgefield, SC, road signs begin pointing toward Summerton along the way.
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.
