Origin
Mount Pleasant, SC
Morning in Mount Pleasant on Saturday
Local time
11:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Mount Pleasant, SC to Yemassee, SC
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 41m
Distance
70.3 mi
113 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 34m
★
6 AM
1h 42m
8 AM
1h 57m
10 AM
1h 47m
12 PM
1h 45m
3 PM
1h 48m
5 PM
1h 56m
8 PM
1h 37m
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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Yemassee, SC
Connor Scott McManus
Trip Overview
The drive from Mount Pleasant, SC to Yemassee, SC covers 70.3 miles and takes about 1h 41m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Savannah Highway, Ace Basin Parkway, Charleston Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 29.7 miles on Savannah Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.99 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.
Midpoint
35.2 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 41m. Total distance: 70.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (27%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 41m drive with frequent turns across 70.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Savannah Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 29.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SC 703 / Coleman Boulevard.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 41m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SC 703 / Coleman Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 2.7 miles (US 17 / Arthur Ravenel Jr Bridge): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 7 miles (US 17 / Savannah Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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.
3
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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SC 703 / Coleman Boulevard
Turn left onto SC 703 / Coleman Boulevard
Navigation decision point
5
2.7 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
US 17 / Arthur Ravenel Jr Bridge
Merge onto US 17 / Arthur Ravenel Jr Bridge
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
7 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
US 17 / Savannah Highway
Merge onto US 17 / Savannah Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
66.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 35m in
|
US 17 Alt; US 21
Turn sharp right onto US 17 Alt; US 21
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
6
70.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 41m in
|
Yemassee Highway
At end of road, turn right onto Yemassee Highway
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Savannah Highway | 29.7 mi | 43m |
| Ace Basin Parkway | 17.1 mi | 22m |
| Charleston Highway | 12.4 mi | 16m |
| Arthur Ravenel Jr Bridge | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| Frampton Road | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| US 17 Alt | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| West Coleman Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Coleman Boulevard | 1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Savannah Highway
— 29.7 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Pleasant, SC and Yemassee, SC.
1
Start on this road
76 ft
·
8 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto SC 703
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Coleman Boulevard
3
Continue on SC 703
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
West Coleman Boulevard
4
Take the ramp onto SC 703
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
SC 703
Toward US 17 South: Charleston
5
Merge onto US 17
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Arthur Ravenel Jr Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on US 17
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Septima P. Clark Parkway
7
Continue on US 17
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Spring Street
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on Spring Street
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Spring Street
9
Continue on this road
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
this road
10
Merge onto US 17
30 mi
·
43 min
·
Savannah Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on US 17
17 mi
·
22 min
·
Ace Basin Parkway
12
Continue on US 17
12 mi
·
16 min
·
Charleston Highway
Use the left lane.
13
Turn sharp right onto US 17 Alt; US 21
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
US 17 Alt; US 21
14
Turn straight onto US 17 Alternate; US 21
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Frampton Road
15
Turn left onto SC 68
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Connelly Street
16
At end of road, turn right onto Yemassee Highway
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Yemassee Highway
17
Arrive at destination
Yemassee Highway
Trip Plan
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 35.2 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC, or about 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 29.7 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 15 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.2 miles or 53m 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 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Yemassee, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Mount Pleasant, SC so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Mount Pleasant, SC
This is one driving day of about 70.3 miles and 1h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Savannah Highway for about 29.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 35.2 mi from Mount Pleasant, SC · 53m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.2 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Yemassee, SC
The final approach into Yemassee, 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
$10.99 one way
$21.99 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $12.02 | $24.04 |
| premium | $4.70 | $13.01 | $26.02 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.52 | $31.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.6 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 | 21.1 | 0 | $7.38 | $3.37 |
| Efficient EV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.15 | $2.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.1 | 0 | $9.84 | $4.50 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Yemassee, SC
Morning in Yemassee on Saturday
Local time
11:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
87°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
28 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 41m 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 Yemassee, SC covers 70.3 miles and takes about 1h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Savannah Highway, Ace Basin Parkway, Charleston Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 35.2 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 $10.99 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 is a straightforward 1h 41m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SC 703 / Coleman Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 2.7 miles (US 17 / Arthur Ravenel Jr Bridge): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 7 miles (US 17 / Savannah Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Mount Pleasant, SC to Yemassee, 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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