Origin
Hartsville, SC
Late night in Hartsville on Friday
Local time
1:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Hartsville, SC to Mount Pleasant, SC
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
3h
Distance
149.1 mi
240 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 49m
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6 AM
3h 0m
8 AM
3h 23m
10 AM
3h 8m
12 PM
3h 6m
3 PM
3h 10m
5 PM
3h 22m
8 PM
2h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hartsville, SC
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Mount Pleasant, SC
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Trip Overview
Embark on a straightforward 149.1-mile journey from Hartsville, SC, to Mount Pleasant, SC, which will take approximately 3 hours to complete. This drive is primarily highway-focused, with 82% of the route utilizing major interstates, making it an excellent candidate for a single-day trip. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $23, so you can budget accordingly. Given its manageable distance and duration, this drive is perfectly suited for a day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. Both your origin and destination are within the Southeast region.
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
74.5 miles from Hartsville, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 33m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h. Total distance: 149.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive is predominantly a highway-focused experience, with a substantial 82% of the total mileage on interstates like I-95 and I-26. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 67.4 miles on I-95, offering a consistent pace. While the majority of the journey involves straightforward highway driving, the inclusion of Oates Highway suggests a brief transition onto a more local road. Expect a steady, functional drive for most of the 3 hours, with minimal need for complex navigation.
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 95 is the longest continuous segment at about 67.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and I 26. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 21.2 miles in near Honda Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 149.1 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 21.2 miles (Honda Street): Navigation decision point; at 91 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 133.5 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
21.2 mi into trip
|
~34m in
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Honda Street
Turn right onto Honda Street
Navigation decision point
5
91 mi into trip
|
~1h 51m in
Take the exit toward I 26 East: Charleston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 86A
Toward I 26 East: Charleston
8
133.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 38m in
Take the exit toward Aviation Avenue, Remount Road
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 211A-B
Toward Aviation Avenue, Remount Road
6
133.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 39m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Remount Road, Hanahan
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Remount Road, Hanahan
9
134.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 40m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Remount Road, Hanahan
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 211B
Toward Remount Road, Hanahan
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 Hartsville, SC to Mount Pleasant, SC, road signs begin pointing toward Hanahan along the way.
Hanahan
133.8 mi in
|
~2h 39m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 67.4 mi | 1h 12m |
| I 26 | 42.2 mi | 46m |
| Oates Highway | 13.5 mi | 21m |
| Mark Clark Expressway | 11.9 mi | 14m |
| South 5th Street | 5.4 mi | 9m |
| North Brockington Street | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Honda Way | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Chuck Dawley Boulevard | 1.3 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 67.4 mi, about 1h 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hartsville, SC and Mount Pleasant, SC.
1
Start on US 15 Business
5.4 mi
·
9 min
·
South 5th Street
2
Continue on US 15
13 mi
·
21 min
·
Oates Highway
3
Continue on SC 403
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
North Brockington Street
4
Turn left onto US 76
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
East Smith Street
5
Turn right onto Honda Street
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Honda Street
6
Continue on Honda Way
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Honda Way
7
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
8
Merge onto I 95
67 mi
·
1 hr 12 min
·
I 95
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
Exit 86A
Toward I 26 East: Charleston
10
Merge onto I 26
42 mi
·
46 min
·
I 26
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 211A-B
Toward Aviation Avenue, Remount Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward Remount Road, Hanahan
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 211B
Toward Remount Road, Hanahan
Use the slight right lane.
14
Turn left onto Remount Road
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
Remount Road
15
Turn right onto US 52; US 78
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Rivers Avenue
16
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Use the left lane.
17
Merge onto I 526
12 mi
·
14 min
·
Mark Clark Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Continue on I 526 Bus
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Chuck Dawley Boulevard
19
Turn right onto SC 703
237 ft
·
12 sec
·
Coleman Boulevard
20
Turn left
76 ft
·
5 sec
21
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this 3-hour drive, departing in the morning from Hartsville will allow you to arrive in Mount Pleasant with plenty of the day remaining. With just one recommended stop and a significant portion on the interstate, you can easily cover the 149.1 miles without feeling rushed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 67.4-mile stretch on I-95, as services can sometimes be spaced out. The relatively short duration means you have flexibility to depart when it suits you best, but planning around potential traffic near Mount Pleasant is always a good idea.
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 74.5 miles from Hartsville, SC, or about 1h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 67.4 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 33 miles or 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 74.5 miles or 1h 33m 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 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mount Pleasant, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hartsville, 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 Hartsville, SC
This is one driving day of about 149.1 miles and 3h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Hartsville, 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 95 for about 67.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 74.5 mi from Hartsville, SC · 1h 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
75 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 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 74.5 miles from Hartsville, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 95 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 67.4 miles.
Arriving in Mount Pleasant, SC
The final approach into Mount Pleasant, 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 Mount Pleasant, 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
$23.32 one way
$46.63 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
52 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $25.49 | $50.99 |
| premium | $4.70 | $27.60 | $55.19 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.92 | $65.84 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.7 | 0 | $15.66 | $7.16 |
| Efficient EV | 37.3 | 0 | $13.05 | $5.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 59.6 | 0 | $20.87 | $9.54 |
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 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
Mount Pleasant, SC
Late night in Mount Pleasant on Friday
Local time
1:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°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
16 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 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 Hartsville, SC to Mount Pleasant, SC covers 149.1 miles and takes about 3h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, I 26, Oates 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 74.5 miles from Hartsville, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.32 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 149.1 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 21.2 miles (Honda Street): Navigation decision point; at 91 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 133.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Hartsville, SC to Mount Pleasant, SC, road signs begin pointing toward Hanahan along the way.
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