Origin
Manning, SC
Late night in Manning on Friday
Local time
5:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Manning, 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 22m
Distance
62.7 mi
101 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 16m
★
6 AM
1h 22m
8 AM
1h 35m
10 AM
1h 27m
12 PM
1h 26m
3 PM
1h 27m
5 PM
1h 34m
8 PM
1h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Manning, SC
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 62.7-mile journey from Manning to Columbia, South Carolina, is an easy day trip, typically taking about 1 hour and 22 minutes. You'll primarily navigate US 76, with portions on North Brooks Street and South Guignard Drive. With a fuel cost estimated around $10, this drive offers a budget-friendly way to travel within the Southeast region. The mixed drive profile suggests a blend of road types, so don't expect a monotonous interstate experience. It's a convenient route for a quick hop between these two South Carolina locations, perfectly suited for a single day of travel without needing an overnight stop.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 22m. Total distance: 62.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (56%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a mixed drive on this route, with 56% of the journey on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 34.2 miles, primarily along US 76. This suggests a significant portion of the drive will be on a more direct, potentially faster road, before transitioning to local streets as you approach your destination. The road character will likely change as you move from more open highway driving to navigating through towns and cities. This variation offers a dynamic driving experience rather than a consistent, unchanging road surface.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 76 is the longest continuous segment at about 34.2 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 around 0.1 miles in near US 521 / North Church Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Manning, SC to Columbia, SC is easy. At 1h 22m with 56% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 521 / North Church Street): Navigation decision point; at 15.9 miles (US 521 / South Guignard Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 21.3 miles (US 521; US 76 Business / Broad Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
3 of 3 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 521 / North Church Street
Turn left onto US 521 / North Church Street
Navigation decision point
5
15.9 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
US 521 / South Guignard Parkway
Turn left onto US 521 / South Guignard Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
21.3 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
US 521; US 76 Business / Broad Street
Turn left onto US 521; US 76 Business / Broad Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 76 | 34.2 mi | 42m |
| North Brooks Street | 15.1 mi | 17m |
| South Guignard Drive | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| Broad Street | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| Gervais Street | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| Millwood Avenue | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| South Guignard Parkway | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Devine Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US 76
— 34.2 mi, about 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Manning, SC and Columbia, SC.
1
Start on SC 261
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
West Boyce Street
2
Turn left onto US 521
0.7 mi
·
49 sec
·
North Church Street
3
Continue on US 301; US 521
15 mi
·
17 min
·
North Brooks Street
Use the left lane.
4
Turn left onto US 521
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
South Guignard Parkway
Use the left lane.
5
Continue on US 521
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
South Guignard Drive
6
Continue on US 521
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Bultman Drive
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Turn left onto US 521; US 76 Business
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Broad Street
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on US 76; US 378
34 mi
·
42 min
·
US 76; US 378
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Continue on US 76; US 378
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Devine Street
10
Turn slight right onto US 76; US 378
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Millwood Avenue
11
Turn left onto US 1; US 76; US 378
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Gervais Street
12
Continue on Gervais Street
234 ft
·
22 sec
·
Gervais Street
13
Arrive at destination
Gervais Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.4 mi from Manning, SC · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.4 miles from Manning, 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
$9.80 one way
$19.61 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $10.72 | $21.44 |
| premium | $4.70 | $11.60 | $23.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.84 | $27.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.58 | $3.01 |
| Efficient EV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.49 | $2.51 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.1 | 0 | $8.78 | $4.01 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Late night in Columbia on Friday
Local time
5:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Mostly Clear
SW 3 mph
0% chance
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 22m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Manning, SC to Columbia, SC covers 62.7 miles and takes about 1h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 76, North Brooks Street, South Guignard Drive. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 31.4 miles from Manning, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.80 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 Manning, SC to Columbia, SC is easy. At 1h 22m with 56% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 521 / North Church Street): Navigation decision point; at 15.9 miles (US 521 / South Guignard Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 21.3 miles (US 521; US 76 Business / Broad Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Manning, 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 and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. National park proximity is from the NPS API. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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