Origin
Hanahan, SC
Afternoon in Hanahan on Sunday
Local time
4:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hanahan, SC to Tega Cay, SC
Drive Time
3h 36m
Distance
185.7 mi
299 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$30
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 24m
★
6 AM
3h 36m
8 AM
4h 1m
10 AM
3h 45m
12 PM
3h 42m
3 PM
3h 46m
5 PM
4h 0m
8 PM
3h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hanahan, SC
Junior Bastos
Tega Cay, SC
Daniel Sell
Trip Overview
The drive from Hanahan, SC to Tega Cay, SC covers 185.7 miles and takes about 3h 36m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 26, Charles F Bolden Freeway, I. DeQuincey Newman Freeway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 96.3 miles on I 26. At current regular gas prices, budget about $29.72 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
92.9 miles from Hanahan, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 43m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 3h 36m highway drive covering 185.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 26 and Charles F Bolden Freeway. The longest continuous stretch is about 96.3 miles on I 26.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 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 96.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 26 and Charles F Bolden Freeway. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.4 miles in.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 185.7 miles you will encounter 17 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 2.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 99.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
2.4 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
2.9 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 26 West: Columbia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 26 West: Columbia
7
99.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 50m in
Take the exit toward US 1 North: West Columbia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 111B
Toward US 1 North: West Columbia
8
179.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 21m in
Take the exit toward SC 160: Tega Cay, Fort Mill
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 85
Toward SC 160: Tega Cay, Fort Mill
6
185.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 34m in
|
Point Clear Drive
Enter roundabout onto Point Clear Drive
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 26 | 96.3 mi | 1h 44m |
| Charles F Bolden Freeway | 65.9 mi | 1h 12m |
| I. DeQuincey Newman Freeway | 7.6 mi | 8m |
| Jarvis Klapman Boulevard | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| Highway 160 West | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Tega Cay Drive | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Rivers Avenue | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Hampton Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 26
— 96.3 mi, about 1h 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hanahan, SC and Tega Cay, SC.
1
Start on S-10-405
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
Murray Drive
2
Turn slight right
181 ft
·
6 sec
3
Turn slight right onto US 52; US 78
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Rivers Avenue
Use the none lane.
4
Turn left onto S-10-75
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
Ashley Phosphate Road
Use the left lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Toward I 26 West: Columbia
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 26
96 mi
·
1 hr 44 min
·
I 26
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 111B
Toward US 1 North: West Columbia
Use the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto US 1
0.6 mi
·
42 sec
·
Augusta Road
Use the none lane.
10
Turn straight onto SC 12
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Jarvis Klapman Boulevard
Use the none lane.
11
Continue on SC 12
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Hampton Street
12
Turn left onto US 76
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Bull Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Continue on SC 277
7.6 mi
·
8 min
·
I. DeQuincey Newman Freeway
Use the none lane.
14
Merge onto I 77
66 mi
·
1 hr 12 min
·
Charles F Bolden Freeway
Use the none lane.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 85
Toward SC 160: Tega Cay, Fort Mill
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn left onto Highway 160 West
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Highway 160 West
Use the none lane.
17
Turn left onto Stonecrest Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Stonecrest Boulevard
Use the left lane.
18
Turn slight right
295 ft
·
7 sec
19
Turn straight onto Hubert Graham Way
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Hubert Graham Way
Use the none lane.
20
Turn left onto Gold Hill Road
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Gold Hill Road
Use the none lane.
21
Continue on Tega Cay Drive
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Tega Cay Drive
Use the none lane.
22
Turn left onto Windward Drive
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
Windward Drive
23
Turn slight right onto Windward Drive
277 ft
·
11 sec
·
Windward Drive
24
Enter roundabout onto Point Clear Drive
264 ft
·
11 sec
·
Point Clear Drive
25
Continue on Point Clear Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Point Clear Drive
26
Arrive at destination
Point Clear Drive
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 92.9 miles from Hanahan, SC, or about 1h 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 96.3 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 80 miles or 1h 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 92.9 miles or 1h 43m 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 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tega Cay, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hanahan, SC so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Hanahan, SC
This is one driving day of about 185.7 miles and 3h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hanahan, 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 96.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 92.9 mi from Hanahan, SC · 1h 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
93 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 92.9 miles from Hanahan, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 26 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 96.3 miles.
Arriving in Tega Cay, SC
The final approach into Tega Cay, 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 Tega Cay, 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
$29.72 one way
$59.44 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
65 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $32.38 | $64.76 |
| premium | $4.78 | $34.93 | $69.86 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $41.26 | $82.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 65 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 55.7 | 0 | $19.50 | $8.91 |
| Efficient EV | 46.4 | 0 | $16.25 | $7.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 74.3 | 0 | $26.00 | $11.88 |
Gas CO2
65 kg
EV CO2
22 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.
Destination
Tega Cay, SC
Afternoon in Tega Cay on Sunday
Local time
4:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°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
1 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
3h 36m 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 Hanahan, SC to Tega Cay, SC covers 185.7 miles and takes about 3h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 26, Charles F Bolden Freeway, I. DeQuincey Newman Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 92.9 miles from Hanahan, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $29.72 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 185.7 miles you will encounter 17 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 2.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 99.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Hanahan, SC to Tega Cay, SC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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