Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
51m
Distance
38.5 mi
62 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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South Santee, SC
Hilary Halliwell
The drive from Mount Pleasant, SC to South Santee, SC covers 38.5 miles and takes about 51m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 17, Johnnie Dodds Boulevard, Chuck Dawley Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 33.1 miles on US 17. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.02 one way before food or hotel costs.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 17 | 33.1 mi | 41m |
| Johnnie Dodds Boulevard | 3.7 mi | 6m |
| Chuck Dawley Boulevard | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Coleman Boulevard | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Pleasant, SC and South Santee, SC.
Start on this road
Turn right onto SC 703
Turn left onto I 526 Bus
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 17
Continue on US 17
Continue on US 17
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 38.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 19.2 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
4 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 1.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto SC 703 / Coleman Boulevard
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto I 526 Bus / Chuck Dawley Boulevard
Navigation decision point
Take the ramp toward US 17: Georgetown
Navigation decision point
Merge onto US 17 / Johnnie Dodds Boulevard
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$6.02 one way
$12.04 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $6.58 | $13.17 |
| premium | $4.70 | $7.13 | $14.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.50 | $17.00 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 62% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.5 | 0 | $4.04 | $1.85 |
| Efficient EV | 9.6 | 0 | $3.37 | $1.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.4 | 0 | $5.39 | $2.46 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (62% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Mount Pleasant on Saturday
Local time
4:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Sunny
Destination
Afternoon in South Santee on Saturday
Local time
4:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
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
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.
38.5 mi in 51m, mostly highway — 33.1 mi of that is on US 17.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 17 and Johnnie Dodds Boulevard. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SC 703 / Coleman Boulevard.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Mount Pleasant, SC to South Santee, SC is easy. At 51m with 86% 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 703 / Coleman Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (I 526 Bus / Chuck Dawley Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles: Navigation decision point.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 51m. Total distance: 38.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Straightforward navigation.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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