Origin
Holly Hill, SC
Afternoon in Holly Hill on Friday
Local time
4:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Holly Hill, SC to Columbia, SC
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 24m
Distance
72.5 mi
117 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 18m
★
6 AM
1h 24m
8 AM
1h 37m
10 AM
1h 29m
12 PM
1h 27m
3 PM
1h 29m
5 PM
1h 36m
8 PM
1h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Holly Hill, SC
Budget Bizar
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Holly Hill to Columbia, you are looking at a straightforward 72.5-mile journey through the Southeast. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 24 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. With a fuel budget of approximately $12, it is a very affordable trek across South Carolina. Since the drive is quite short, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your own schedule. This highway-focused route is designed for efficiency rather than sightseeing, helping you get from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 24m. Total distance: 72.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive is defined by its efficiency, with 83% of the journey taking place on highways. You will spend the bulk of your time on I-26, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 59.8 miles. The route transitions from local roads like Bass Drive into the interstate, eventually connecting via Jarvis Klapman Boulevard as you approach Columbia. While you won't encounter technical mountain passes or winding backroads, the transition from rural South Carolina to the state capital is smooth and steady. It is a functional, predictable drive that allows you to maintain a consistent pace for the majority of the trip.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 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 59.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 26 and Bass Drive. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.7 miles in near SC 314 / Bunch Ford Road.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 72.5 miles you will encounter 8 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 1.7 miles (SC 314 / Bunch Ford Road): Navigation decision point; at 7.9 miles (I 26): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 67.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
1.7 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
SC 314 / Bunch Ford Road
Turn left onto SC 314 / Bunch Ford Road
Navigation decision point
5
7.9 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
I 26
Merge onto I 26
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
67.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m 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
5
71.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
|
US 21; US 176; US 321 / Huger Street
Turn right onto US 21; US 176; US 321 / Huger Street
Navigation decision point
4
71.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
|
Gervais Street
Turn left onto Gervais Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 26 | 59.8 mi | 1h 4m |
| Bass Drive | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| Jarvis Klapman Boulevard | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| Bunch Ford Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Old State Road | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Gervais Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Augusta Road | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Hampton Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 26
— 59.8 mi, about 1h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Holly Hill, SC and Columbia, SC.
1
Start on US 176
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Old State Road
2
Turn left onto SC 314
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Bunch Ford Road
3
Turn straight onto US 15
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Bass Drive
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 26 North: Columbia
5
Merge onto I 26
60 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
·
I 26
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 111B
Toward US 1 North: West Columbia
Use the slight right lane.
7
Merge onto US 1
0.6 mi
·
42 sec
·
Augusta Road
8
Turn straight onto SC 12
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Jarvis Klapman Boulevard
9
Continue on SC 12
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
Hampton Street
10
Turn right onto Williams Street
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Williams Street
11
Turn right onto US 21; US 176; US 321
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Huger Street
12
Turn left onto Gervais Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Gervais Street
Use the left lane.
13
Arrive at destination
Gervais Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36.2 mi from Holly Hill, SC · 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.2 miles from Holly Hill, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Columbia, SC
The final approach into Columbia, 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
$11.34 one way
$22.67 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $12.40 | $24.79 |
| premium | $4.70 | $13.42 | $26.84 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.01 | $32.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.8 | 0 | $7.61 | $3.48 |
| Efficient EV | 18.1 | 0 | $6.34 | $2.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29 | 0 | $10.15 | $4.64 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
Columbia, SC
Afternoon in Columbia on Friday
Local time
4:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 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 24m 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 Holly Hill, SC to Columbia, SC covers 72.5 miles and takes about 1h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 26, Bass Drive, Jarvis Klapman Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36.2 miles from Holly Hill, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.34 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 72.5 miles you will encounter 8 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 1.7 miles (SC 314 / Bunch Ford Road): Navigation decision point; at 7.9 miles (I 26): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 67.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Holly Hill, SC to Columbia, SC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Congaree National 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.
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