Origin
Johnsonville, SC
Night in Johnsonville on Wednesday
Local time
10:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Johnsonville, SC to Glencove, SC
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 5m
Distance
40.5 mi
65 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 0m
★
6 AM
1h 5m
8 AM
1h 16m
10 AM
1h 9m
12 PM
1h 8m
3 PM
1h 10m
5 PM
1h 15m
8 PM
1h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Johnsonville, SC
Mark Stebnicki
Glencove, SC
Luiz Fernando Maciel
Trip Overview
This 40.5-mile drive from Johnsonville, SC, to Glencove, SC, is a quick one-hour journey perfect for a single day trip. You'll navigate primarily local roads, with South Pamplico Highway, Paper Mill Road, and East Palmetto Street forming the backbone of your route. Given its short distance and lack of significant highway time (0% highway share), this trip is easily manageable within a few hours. Expect a modest fuel cost of around $6 for this excursion within the Southeast region. This route offers a straightforward, turn-heavy local experience ideal for a relaxed day.
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
20.2 miles from Johnsonville, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 34m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for the entirety of this 40.5-mile trip. There are no interstate stretches here, so you'll be on more traditional roads for the full 1 hour and 5 minutes. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 8 miles on South Pamplico Highway. This route's character is defined by its frequent turns and local road feel, offering a connected experience with the surrounding area rather than high-speed travel. It's a drive where you'll be actively navigating through communities.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Pamplico Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SC 341 / East Broadway Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 5m drive. You will face about 14 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SC 341 / East Broadway Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.9 miles (US 378 / West Myrtle Beach Highway): Navigation decision point; at 8.4 miles (SC 51 / South Pamplico Highway): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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SC 341 / East Broadway Street
Turn left onto SC 341 / East Broadway Street
Navigation decision point
4
4.9 mi into trip
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~8m in
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US 378 / West Myrtle Beach Highway
Turn left onto US 378 / West Myrtle Beach Highway
Navigation decision point
4
8.4 mi into trip
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~12m in
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SC 51 / South Pamplico Highway
Turn right onto SC 51 / South Pamplico Highway
Navigation decision point
4
18.4 mi into trip
|
~30m in
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East Lynhurst Road
At end of road, turn right onto East Lynhurst Road
Navigation decision point
5
40.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
|
Hinson Street
Turn right onto Hinson Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Pamplico Highway | 8 mi | 14m |
| Paper Mill Road | 7.4 mi | 10m |
| East Palmetto Street | 6.3 mi | 8m |
| West Seven Mile Road | 4.8 mi | 7m |
| Kingsburg Highway | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| West Myrtle Beach Highway | 3.5 mi | 3m |
| Kennedy Haines Road | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| North Old River Road | 1.5 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
South Pamplico Highway
— 8 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Johnsonville, SC and Glencove, SC.
1
Start on North Railroad Avenue
141 ft
·
13 sec
·
North Railroad Avenue
2
Turn left onto SC 341
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
East Broadway Street
3
Turn left onto SC 41; SC 51
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Georgetown Highway
4
Continue on SC 41; SC 51
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Kingsburg Highway
5
Turn left onto US 378
3.5 mi
·
3 min
·
West Myrtle Beach Highway
6
Turn right onto SC 51
8.0 mi
·
14 min
·
South Pamplico Highway
7
Continue on SC 51
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Walnut Street
8
Continue on State Road S-21-132
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Walnut Street
9
Continue on Marsh Road
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Marsh Road
10
At end of road, turn right onto East Lynhurst Road
102 ft
·
4 sec
·
East Lynhurst Road
11
Turn left onto Kennedy Haines Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Kennedy Haines Road
12
Continue on Kennedy Haines Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Kennedy Haines Road
13
Turn right onto State Road S-21-105
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
West Seven Mile Road
14
At end of road, turn left onto North Old River Road
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
North Old River Road
15
Turn right onto Paper Mill Road
6.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Paper Mill Road
16
At end of road, turn right onto Paper Mill Road
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Paper Mill Road
17
Turn left onto US 76; US 301
6.3 mi
·
8 min
·
East Palmetto Street
Use the right lane.
18
Turn right onto North Williamson Road
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
North Williamson Road
19
Turn left onto Glencove Drive
0.2 mi
·
47 sec
·
Glencove Drive
20
Turn right onto Hinson Street
205 ft
·
8 sec
·
Hinson Street
21
Arrive at destination
Hinson Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 40.5-mile drive taking just over an hour, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. There are no designated stops mentioned, so consider packing snacks and drinks for the journey. Keep an eye out for the frequent turns, especially on South Pamplico Highway, which features the longest stretch at 8 miles. With a low fuel cost of approximately $6, you likely won't need to worry about refueling mid-trip, but it's always wise to start with a full tank. This is a straightforward route where the main consideration is paying attention to navigation.
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 20.2 miles from Johnsonville, SC, or about 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 8 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 40.5 miles or 1h 5m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 20.2 miles or 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Glencove, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Johnsonville, SC so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Johnsonville, SC
This is one driving day of about 40.5 miles and 1h 5m.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on South Pamplico Highway for about 8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20.2 mi from Johnsonville, SC · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 40.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.2 miles from Johnsonville, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Glencove, SC
The final approach into Glencove, 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
$6.33 one way
$12.67 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $6.92 | $13.85 |
| premium | $4.70 | $7.50 | $14.99 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.94 | $17.88 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.25 | $1.94 |
| Efficient EV | 10.1 | 0 | $3.54 | $1.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.2 | 0 | $5.67 | $2.59 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Glencove, SC
Night in Glencove on Wednesday
Local time
10:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
88°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
14 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
1h 5m 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 Johnsonville, SC to Glencove, SC covers 40.5 miles and takes about 1h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Pamplico Highway, Paper Mill Road, East Palmetto Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 20.2 miles from Johnsonville, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.33 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 is a straightforward 1h 5m drive. You will face about 14 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SC 341 / East Broadway Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.9 miles (US 378 / West Myrtle Beach Highway): Navigation decision point; at 8.4 miles (SC 51 / South Pamplico Highway): Navigation decision point.
The route from Johnsonville, SC to Glencove, SC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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