Drive Time
2h 44m
Distance
112 mi
180 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
Photo: Connor Scott McManus
The drive from Marion, SC to Mount Pleasant, SC covers 112 miles and takes about 2h 44m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on SC 41, County Line Road, State Highway 41 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 47.8 miles on SC 41. At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.92 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
56 miles from Marion, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 20m into the drive .
This is a 2h 44m highway drive covering 112 miles, with most of the trip on SC 41 and County Line Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 47.8 miles on SC 41.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SC 41 and County Line Road. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 9.4 miles in near SC 41 / State Highway 41.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 112 miles you will encounter 12 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 9.4 miles (SC 41 / State Highway 41): Navigation decision point; at 14 miles (SC 41 Alternate / State Highway 41 (Alt)): Navigation decision point; at 100.2 miles (SC 41): Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto SC 41 / State Highway 41
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn left onto SC 41 Alternate / State Highway 41 (Alt)
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn left onto SC 41
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto US 17
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Turn left
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SC 41 | 47.8 mi | 1h 10m |
| County Line Road | 13.7 mi | 18m |
| State Highway 41 | 12.8 mi | 18m |
| South Main Street | 9.1 mi | 11m |
| State Highway 41 (Alt) | 8.6 mi | 12m |
| US 17 | 4.3 mi | 7m |
| Kingsburg Highway | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| North Georgetown Highway | 3.1 mi | 5m |
Step-by-step road directions between Marion, SC and Mount Pleasant, SC.
Start on West Godbold Street
Turn right onto US 501 Business
Take the exit
Turn right onto SC 41
At end of road, turn left onto SC 41 Alternate
Turn right onto US 378
Continue on US 378
Turn left onto Kingsburg Highway
Continue on SC 41; SC 51
Continue on SC 41; SC 51
Continue on SC 41; SC 51
Continue on SC 41; SC 51
Turn slight right onto SC 41
At end of road, turn left onto SC 41
Continue on SC 41
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 17
Take the exit
Merge onto I 526 Bus
Continue on I 526 Bus
Turn right onto SC 703
Turn left
Arrive at destination
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.
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 80 miles or 1h 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 56 miles or 1h 20m 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 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mount Pleasant, SC than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Marion, 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 Marion, SC
This is one driving day of about 112 miles and 2h 44m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 56 mi from Marion, SC · 1h 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
56 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 56 miles from Marion, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
Regular Gas
$17.92 one way
$35.85 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $19.53 | $39.06 |
| premium | $4.78 | $21.07 | $42.14 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $24.88 | $49.77 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 33.6 | 0 | $11.76 | $5.38 |
| Efficient EV | 28 | 0 | $9.80 | $4.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 44.8 | 0 | $15.68 | $7.17 |
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Night in Marion on Saturday
Local time
9:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Night in Mount Pleasant on Saturday
Local time
9:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
64°F
Fayetteville, NC
56 mi in
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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