Origin
Mount Pleasant, SC
Evening in Mount Pleasant on Thursday
Local time
6:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mount Pleasant, SC to Forest Acres, SC
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
47m
Distance
31.2 mi
50 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
★
6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 55m
10 AM
0h 50m
12 PM
0h 50m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 55m
8 PM
0h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mount Pleasant, SC
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Forest Acres, SC
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Trip Overview
The drive from Mount Pleasant, SC to Forest Acres, SC covers 31.2 miles and takes about 47m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Mark Clark Expressway, Saint James Avenue, Rivers Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 12 miles on Mark Clark Expressway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.88 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 47m. Total distance: 31.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (38%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
The drive from Mount Pleasant, SC to Forest Acres, SC covers 31.2 miles and takes about 47m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Mark Clark Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 12 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SC 703 / Coleman Boulevard.
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 31.2 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: near the start (SC 703 / Coleman Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (I 526 Bus / Chuck Dawley Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles (I 526 / Mark Clark Expressway): 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.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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SC 703 / Coleman Boulevard
Turn right onto SC 703 / Coleman Boulevard
Navigation decision point
3
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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I 526 Bus / Chuck Dawley Boulevard
Turn left onto I 526 Bus / Chuck Dawley Boulevard
Navigation decision point
4
1.4 mi into trip
|
~2m in
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I 526 / Mark Clark Expressway
Turn straight onto I 526 / Mark Clark Expressway toward North Charleston
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward North Charleston
8
13.3 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Take the exit toward US 52 West, US 78 West: Rivers Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 18B
Toward US 52 West, US 78 West: Rivers Avenue
4
29.7 mi into trip
|
~41m in
|
McLaurin Avenue
Turn right onto McLaurin Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Mark Clark Expressway | 12 mi | 14m |
| Saint James Avenue | 5.7 mi | 8m |
| Rivers Avenue | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| Goose Creek Boulevard North | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| State Road | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| McLaurin Avenue | 1.3 mi | 5m |
| Chuck Dawley Boulevard | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Gross Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Mark Clark Expressway
— 12 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Pleasant, SC and Forest Acres, SC.
1
Start on this road
76 ft
·
10 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto SC 703
237 ft
·
9 sec
·
Coleman Boulevard
3
Turn left onto I 526 Bus
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Chuck Dawley Boulevard
4
Turn straight onto I 526
12 mi
·
14 min
·
Mark Clark Expressway
Toward North Charleston
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 18B
Toward US 52 West, US 78 West: Rivers Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
6
Turn slight right onto US 52; US 78
4.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Rivers Avenue
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on US 52; US 78
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Goose Creek Boulevard North
8
Turn slight left onto US 176
5.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Saint James Avenue
Use the left lane.
9
Continue on US 176
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
State Road
10
Turn right onto McLaurin Avenue
1.3 mi
·
5 min
·
McLaurin Avenue
11
Turn right onto Gross Avenue
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
Gross Avenue
12
Arrive at destination
Gross Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.6 mi from Mount Pleasant, SC · 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.6 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Forest Acres, SC
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Forest Acres, SC if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.88 one way
$9.76 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $5.33 | $10.67 |
| premium | $4.70 | $5.77 | $11.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.89 | $13.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.28 | $1.50 |
| Efficient EV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.73 | $1.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.37 | $2.00 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Forest Acres, SC
Evening in Forest Acres on Thursday
Local time
6:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
76°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
17 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
47m 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 Mount Pleasant, SC to Forest Acres, SC covers 31.2 miles and takes about 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Mark Clark Expressway, Saint James Avenue, Rivers Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.6 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.88 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 31.2 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: near the start (SC 703 / Coleman Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (I 526 Bus / Chuck Dawley Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles (I 526 / Mark Clark Expressway): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Mount Pleasant, SC to Forest Acres, SC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park.
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