Origin
Johnsonville, SC
Afternoon in Johnsonville on Friday
Local time
4:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Johnsonville, SC to Summerville, SC
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h
Distance
80.7 mi
130 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 52m
★
6 AM
2h 1m
8 AM
2h 18m
10 AM
2h 7m
12 PM
2h 5m
3 PM
2h 8m
5 PM
2h 17m
8 PM
1h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Johnsonville, SC
Mark Stebnicki
Summerville, SC
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Trip Overview
Johnsonville, SC to Summerville, SC is 80.7 miles and takes about 2 hours via US 17 Alternate, SC 41, and County Line Road, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Southeast region, traversing South Carolina for its entirety. Expect a mixed driving experience that balances efficiency with local road charm. Given its relatively short distance and duration, this route is ideal for a single-day journey, offering a straightforward path to your destination.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
40.4 miles from Johnsonville, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 59m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h. Total distance: 80.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (54%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This drive offers a mixed bag, with 54% of the journey on highways, balancing efficiency with local flavor. You'll encounter stretches like the 18.5-mile segment on US 17 Alternate, providing a consistent pace. The route transitions between main roads and county roads, giving you a feel for the South Carolina landscape. It's not an all-interstate grind, nor is it purely rural; instead, you'll experience a dynamic shift in the driving environment as you progress from one road type to another.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 17 Alternate is the longest continuous segment at about 18.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SC 341 / East Broadway Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Johnsonville, SC to Summerville, SC is easy. At 2h with 54% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SC 341 / East Broadway Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (SC 41; SC 51 / South Georgetown Highway): Navigation decision point; at 42.9 miles (US 17 Alternate; SC 45): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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SC 341 / East Broadway Street
Turn left onto SC 341 / East Broadway Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.4 mi into trip
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~0m in
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SC 41; SC 51 / South Georgetown Highway
Turn right onto SC 41; SC 51 / South Georgetown Highway
Navigation decision point
3
42.9 mi into trip
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~1h 3m in
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US 17 Alternate; SC 45
Turn right onto US 17 Alternate; SC 45
Navigation decision point
5
80.7 mi into trip
|
~2h in
|
East Richardson Avenue
Turn left onto East Richardson Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
80.7 mi into trip
|
~2h in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 17 Alternate | 18.5 mi | 26m |
| SC 41 | 15.5 mi | 22m |
| County Line Road | 13.7 mi | 18m |
| North Live Oak Drive | 12 mi | 17m |
| North Main Street | 8.6 mi | 14m |
| State Highway 41 | 8.2 mi | 12m |
| South Georgetown Highway | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| US 52 | 1.2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US 17 Alternate
— 18.5 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Johnsonville, SC and Summerville, SC.
1
Start on North Railroad Avenue
141 ft
·
13 sec
·
North Railroad Avenue
2
Turn left onto SC 341
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
East Broadway Street
3
Turn right onto SC 41; SC 51
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
South Georgetown Highway
4
Continue on SC 41; SC 51
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
North Main Street
5
Continue on SC 41; SC 51
8.2 mi
·
12 min
·
State Highway 41
6
Continue on SC 41; SC 51
14 mi
·
18 min
·
County Line Road
7
Turn slight right onto SC 41
16 mi
·
22 min
·
SC 41
8
Turn right onto US 17 Alternate; SC 45
18 mi
·
25 min
·
US 17 Alternate; SC 45
9
Turn left onto US 17 Alternate; US 52
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
US 17 Alternate; US 52
10
Continue on US 52; US 17 Alternate
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
US 52; US 17 Alternate
11
Turn right onto SC 6 Truck
12 mi
·
17 min
·
North Live Oak Drive
12
Continue on US 17 Alternate
6.0 mi
·
9 min
·
North Main Street
Use the left lane.
13
Turn left onto East Richardson Avenue
116 ft
·
5 sec
·
East Richardson Avenue
Use the left lane.
14
Turn right
92 ft
·
6 sec
15
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
With a total drive time of approximately 2 hours, this route is easily completed in a single day, offering plenty of flexibility. Consider departing in the morning to allow ample time for any unforeseen delays or spontaneous stops along the way. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 18.5 miles on US 17 Alternate, so plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly, though with a total cost of around $13, fuel is unlikely to be a major concern. Keep an eye out for transitions between the main roads and county routes, as these can sometimes involve changes in speed limits or road conditions.
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 40.4 miles from Johnsonville, SC, or about 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 18.5 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 18 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.4 miles or 59m 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 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Summerville, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Johnsonville, SC so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Johnsonville, SC
This is one driving day of about 80.7 miles and 2h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Johnsonville, SC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 17 Alternate for about 18.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 40.4 mi from Johnsonville, SC · 59m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
40 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 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 40.4 miles from Johnsonville, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Summerville, SC
The final approach into Summerville, 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 Summerville, 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
$12.62 one way
$25.24 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $13.80 | $27.60 |
| premium | $4.70 | $14.94 | $29.87 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.82 | $35.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.2 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 | 24.2 | 0 | $8.47 | $3.87 |
| Efficient EV | 20.2 | 0 | $7.06 | $3.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.3 | 0 | $11.30 | $5.16 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Summerville, SC
Afternoon in Summerville on Friday
Local time
4:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°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
22 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
2h 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 Summerville, SC covers 80.7 miles and takes about 2h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 17 Alternate, SC 41, County Line Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 40.4 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 $12.62 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.
The drive from Johnsonville, SC to Summerville, SC is easy. At 2h with 54% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SC 341 / East Broadway Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (SC 41; SC 51 / South Georgetown Highway): Navigation decision point; at 42.9 miles (US 17 Alternate; SC 45): Navigation decision point.
The route from Johnsonville, SC to Summerville, SC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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