Origin
Mount Pleasant, SC
Morning in Mount Pleasant on Saturday
Local time
9:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mount Pleasant, SC to South Santee, SC
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh 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
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 47m
★
6 AM
0h 51m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 54m
12 PM
0h 53m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
0h 59m
8 PM
0h 49m
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
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Trip Overview
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 highway-focused drive. 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.
Who Is This Route For?
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.
Drive Character
This is a 51m highway drive covering 38.5 miles, with most of the trip on US 17 and Johnnie Dodds Boulevard. The longest continuous stretch is about 33.1 miles on US 17.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 8 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 17 is the longest continuous segment at about 33.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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.
Driving Effort
1/10
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.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~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
|
~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
Take the ramp toward US 17: Georgetown
Navigation decision point
Exit 30
Toward US 17: Georgetown
5
1.7 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
US 17 / Johnnie Dodds Boulevard
Merge onto US 17 / Johnnie Dodds Boulevard
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| 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 |
Longest stretch:
US 17
— 33.1 mi, about 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Pleasant, SC and South Santee, 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
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 30
Toward US 17: Georgetown
5
Merge onto US 17
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Johnnie Dodds Boulevard
Use the left lane.
6
Continue on US 17
33 mi
·
41 min
·
US 17
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on US 17
192 ft
·
11 sec
·
US 17
8
Arrive at destination
US 17
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.2 mi from Mount Pleasant, SC · 27m into the drive
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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 38.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.2 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in South Santee, SC
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into South Santee, 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
$6.02 one way
$12.04 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
South Santee, SC
Morning in South Santee on Saturday
Local time
9:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
82°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
23 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
51m 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 South Santee, SC covers 38.5 miles and takes about 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 17, Johnnie Dodds Boulevard, Chuck Dawley Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.2 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 $6.02 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.
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.
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.
The route from Mount Pleasant, SC to South Santee, 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.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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