Origin
Murphys Estates, SC
Evening in Murphys Estates on Tuesday
Local time
8:11 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Murphys Estates, SC to Sumter, SC
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 3m
Distance
111.5 mi
179 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 55m
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6 AM
2h 3m
8 AM
2h 21m
10 AM
2h 10m
12 PM
2h 8m
3 PM
2h 10m
5 PM
2h 20m
8 PM
1h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Murphys Estates, SC
Colon Freld
Sumter, SC
Junior Bastos
Trip Overview
This 111.5-mile journey from Murphys Estates to Sumter, SC, will take approximately 2 hours and 3 minutes to complete. With a fuel cost estimated at $18, it's an economical option for a single-day trip. You'll be navigating primarily on local roads like Redwood Drive, Big Oak Drive, and Sweetwater Road, with no highway driving involved. The route is described as 'turn-heavy,' suggesting a more involved driving experience rather than a straightforward cruise. Given its relatively short distance and duration, this trip is perfectly suited for a day excursion within the Southeast region of South Carolina.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
55.7 miles from Murphys Estates, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 1m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for this entire 111.5-mile route, as indicated by the 0% highway share. This means you'll be constantly engaging with the road, making frequent turns and adjustments rather than settling into a long, straight stretch. The longest uninterrupted stretch is not specified, but the 'turn-heavy' profile suggests a dynamic driving experience. You'll likely encounter varied road conditions and speeds as you transition between different local thoroughfares like Redwood Drive, Big Oak Drive, and Sweetwater Road, keeping you attentive throughout the 2-hour journey.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Redwood Drive is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Murphys Estates, SC to Sumter, SC is easy. At 2h 3m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Murphys Estates, SC to Sumter, SC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Redwood Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Big Oak Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Sweetwater Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Edgefield Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 1 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Augusta Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Charleston | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 77 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Redwood Drive
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Murphys Estates, SC and Sumter, SC.
1
Start on Hickory Drive
0.3 mi
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1 min
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Hickory Drive
2
Turn left onto Redwood Drive
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
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Redwood Drive
3
Turn right onto Big Oak Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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Big Oak Drive
4
Turn sharp left onto Sweetwater Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
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Sweetwater Road
5
At the end of the road, turn right onto Edgefield Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
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Edgefield Road
6
Turn left
0.6 mi
·
1 min
7
Merge slight left
52 mi
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56 min
8
Take the exit slight right toward US 1: Columbia Airport, West Columbia, Lexington
0.4 mi
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49 sec
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US 1: Columbia Airport, West Columbia, Lexington
9
Turn left onto Augusta Road
0.2 mi
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29 sec
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Augusta Road
10
Continue on Augusta Road
5.1 mi
·
7 min
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Augusta Road
11
Take the exit slight right toward Charleston
0.2 mi
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22 sec
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Charleston
12
Merge slight left
4.1 mi
·
5 min
13
Take the exit slight left toward I 77 North: Charlotte
0.5 mi
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59 sec
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I 77 North: Charlotte
14
Continue on Veterans Memorial Freeway
2.7 mi
·
3 min
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Veterans Memorial Freeway
15
Continue on William Earle Berne Beltway
5.0 mi
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6 min
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William Earle Berne Beltway
16
Take the exit slight right toward US 76, US 378, SC 262: Garners Ferry Road, Leesburg Road
0.1 mi
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19 sec
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US 76, US 378, SC 262: Garners Ferry Road, Leesburg Road
17
Keep slight right to continue on US 76, US 378: Garners Ferry Road, Sumter
0.2 mi
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35 sec
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US 76, US 378: Garners Ferry Road, Sumter
18
Turn right onto Garners Ferry Road
35 mi
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43 min
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Garners Ferry Road
19
Keep slight right to continue on Broad Street
3.2 mi
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5 min
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Broad Street
20
Continue on North Washington Street
0.4 mi
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49 sec
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North Washington Street
21
Turn left onto West Liberty Street
0.2 mi
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20 sec
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West Liberty Street
22
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this 111.5-mile drive is only about 2 hours long and has no highway segments, you have a lot of flexibility. Aim to depart in the morning to maximize daylight, especially considering the 'turn-heavy' nature of the route. While there are no designated stops mentioned, keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $18. You can easily complete this trip in one day. A practical tip for this route: pay close attention to your GPS or map, as the numerous turns on local roads like Redwood Drive and Big Oak Drive can make it easy to miss a crucial intersection.
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 55.7 miles from Murphys Estates, SC, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
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 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55.7 miles or 1h 1m 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 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sumter, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Murphys Estates, SC so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Murphys Estates, SC
This is one driving day of about 111.5 miles and 2h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Murphys Estates, SC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 55.7 mi from Murphys Estates, SC · 1h 1m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
56 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 55.7 miles from Murphys Estates, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Sumter, SC
The final approach into Sumter, 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 Sumter, SC.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.44 one way
$34.87 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
39 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $19.06 | $38.13 |
| premium | $4.70 | $20.64 | $41.27 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.62 | $49.24 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 33.4 | 0 | $11.71 | $5.35 |
| Efficient EV | 27.9 | 0 | $9.76 | $4.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 44.6 | 0 | $15.61 | $7.14 |
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 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.
Destination
Sumter, SC
Evening in Sumter on Tuesday
Local time
8:11 PM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
64°F
Belmont, NC
56 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
27 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
2h 3m 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 Murphys Estates, SC to Sumter, SC covers 111.5 miles and takes about 2h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Redwood Drive, Big Oak Drive, Sweetwater Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 55.7 miles from Murphys Estates, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.44 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 Murphys Estates, SC to Sumter, SC is easy. At 2h 3m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Murphys Estates, SC to Sumter, SC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Murphys Estates, SC to Sumter, SC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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