Drive Time
3h 17m
Distance
157.6 mi
254 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
Photo: Daniel Sell
The drive from Mount Pleasant, SC to Belvedere, SC covers 157.6 miles and takes about 3h 17m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 26, I 20, North Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 56.5 miles on I 26. At current regular gas prices, budget about $25.22 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
78.8 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 31m into the drive .
This is a 3h 17m highway drive covering 157.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 26 and I 20. The longest continuous stretch is about 56.5 miles on I 26.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 26 and I 20. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SC 703 / Coleman Boulevard.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 157.6 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
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): Lane positioning matters here; at 13.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto SC 703 / Coleman Boulevard
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto I 526 Bus / Chuck Dawley Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
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
Merge onto I 26
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward US 25, SC 121: Edgefield, North Augusta
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 26 | 56.5 mi | 1h 1m |
| I 20 | 26.5 mi | 28m |
| North Road | 16.3 mi | 24m |
| Mark Clark Expressway | 12 mi | 14m |
| Old Ninety Six Indian Trail | 11.8 mi | 16m |
| Salley Road | 7 mi | 9m |
| Five Chop Road | 6.4 mi | 8m |
| John Nunn Highway | 4.1 mi | 5m |
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Pleasant, SC and Belvedere, SC.
Start on this road
Turn right onto SC 703
Turn left onto I 526 Bus
Turn straight onto I 526
Take the exit
Turn slight right onto US 52; US 78
Turn straight
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 26
Take the exit
Merge onto US 301
Turn right onto US 21; US 178; US 601 Truck
Continue on US 21; US 178; US 601 Truck
Continue on US 178
Turn left onto SC 394
Enter roundabout onto SC 394
Continue on SC 394
Turn right onto SC 389
Continue on SC 389
Turn straight onto SC 39
Continue on SC 39
Continue on SC 39
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 20
Take the exit
Turn left onto US 25; SC 121
Turn left onto Carmel Street
Turn right
Turn left
Arrive at destination
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 78.8 miles or 1h 31m 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 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Belvedere, SC than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Mount Pleasant, 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 Mount Pleasant, SC
This is one driving day of about 157.6 miles and 3h 17m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 78.8 mi from Mount Pleasant, SC · 1h 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
79 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 78.8 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Belvedere, 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 Belvedere, SC.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$25.22 one way
$50.44 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $27.48 | $54.96 |
| premium | $4.78 | $29.65 | $59.29 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $35.01 | $70.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 55.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 47.3 | 0 | $16.55 | $7.56 |
| Efficient EV | 39.4 | 0 | $13.79 | $6.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 63 | 0 | $22.06 | $10.09 |
Gas CO2
55 kg
EV CO2
18 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
Evening in Mount Pleasant on Saturday
Local time
7:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Evening in Belvedere on Saturday
Local time
7:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
63°F
Archdale, NC
79 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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