Origin
North Charleston, SC
Afternoon in North Charleston on Friday
Local time
4:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
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Live forecast
Trip from North Charleston, SC to Burton, SC
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 30m
Distance
66.6 mi
107 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 24m
★
6 AM
1h 31m
8 AM
1h 44m
10 AM
1h 35m
12 PM
1h 34m
3 PM
1h 36m
5 PM
1h 44m
8 PM
1h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Charleston, SC
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Burton, SC
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Trip Overview
North Charleston, SC to Burton, SC is 66.6 miles and takes about 1h 30m via Savannah Highway, Ace Basin Parkway, and Trask Parkway, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This journey stays within South Carolina, offering a relatively short and manageable drive. The route presents a mixed driving experience, suggesting you'll encounter both faster road sections and potentially slower, more local roads. It's a practical option if you're looking for a straightforward trip without extensive planning, allowing for flexibility in your day.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
33.3 miles from North Charleston, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 47m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 30m. Total distance: 66.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (44%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This 66.6-mile trip is characterized as a 'mixed drive,' with 44% of it being highway travel. You'll experience a significant stretch of 25.2 miles along Savannah Highway, which likely offers a more consistent pace. As you transition to Ace Basin Parkway and Trask Parkway, expect the driving character to evolve, potentially incorporating more local traffic or varied speed limits. The overall feel is one of progression through different types of South Carolina roadways, rather than a single monotonous stretch.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 12 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 25.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 2.9 miles in near SC 7 / Sam Rittenberg Boulevard.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from North Charleston, SC to Burton, SC is easy. At 1h 30m with 44% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.9 miles (SC 7 / Sam Rittenberg Boulevard): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 6 miles (US 17 / Savannah Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 53.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
2.9 mi into trip
|
~4m in
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SC 7 / Sam Rittenberg Boulevard
Keep slight right at fork onto SC 7 / Sam Rittenberg Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
6 mi into trip
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~10m in
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US 17 / Savannah Highway
Turn right onto US 17 / Savannah Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
3
53.9 mi into trip
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~1h 14m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
54.1 mi into trip
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~1h 15m in
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Trask Parkway
Enter roundabout onto Trask Parkway
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
3
66.1 mi into trip
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~1h 30m in
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US 21 / Parris Island Gateway
Turn right onto US 21 / Parris Island Gateway
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Savannah Highway | 25.2 mi | 34m |
| Ace Basin Parkway | 17.1 mi | 22m |
| Trask Parkway | 12 mi | 14m |
| Charleston Highway | 5.6 mi | 7m |
| Sam Rittenberg Boulevard | 3.8 mi | 6m |
| Cosgrove Avenue | 2 mi | 3m |
| Parris Island Gateway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Rivers Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Savannah Highway
— 25.2 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Charleston, SC and Burton, SC.
1
Start on US 52; US 78
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Rivers Avenue
2
Turn left onto SC 7
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Cosgrove Avenue
3
Continue on SC 7
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Sam Rittenberg Boulevard
4
Keep slight right at fork onto SC 7
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Sam Rittenberg Boulevard
5
Turn right onto US 17
25 mi
·
34 min
·
Savannah Highway
Use the left lane.
6
Continue on US 17
17 mi
·
22 min
·
Ace Basin Parkway
7
Continue on US 17
5.6 mi
·
7 min
·
Charleston Highway
Use the left lane.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
9
Enter roundabout onto Trask Parkway
207 ft
·
2 sec
·
Trask Parkway
10
Continue on Trask Parkway
12 mi
·
14 min
·
Trask Parkway
11
Turn right onto US 21
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
·
Parris Island Gateway
12
Arrive at destination
US 21
Trip Plan
Given the short 1h 30m duration and 66.6-mile distance, this route is easily completed in a single day. Aiming for a morning departure from North Charleston will give you ample time to reach Burton without feeling rushed. With a fuel cost estimated at $10, it's advisable to ensure your tank is at least half full before you leave, as there are no specific stops indicated for refueling. The longest continuous stretch is 25.2 miles on Savannah Highway, so plan for a brief pause before or after this segment if you prefer to break up the driving.
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 33.3 miles from North Charleston, SC, or about 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 25.2 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 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.3 miles or 47m 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 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Burton, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving North Charleston, SC so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from North Charleston, SC
This is one driving day of about 66.6 miles and 1h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from North Charleston, SC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Savannah Highway for about 25.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.3 mi from North Charleston, SC · 47m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 33.3 miles from North Charleston, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Burton, SC
The final approach into Burton, 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
$10.41 one way
$20.83 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $11.39 | $22.78 |
| premium | $4.70 | $12.33 | $24.65 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.70 | $29.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20 | 0 | $6.99 | $3.20 |
| Efficient EV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.83 | $2.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.6 | 0 | $9.32 | $4.26 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Burton, SC
Afternoon in Burton on Friday
Local time
4:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
86°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
30 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 30m 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 North Charleston, SC to Burton, SC covers 66.6 miles and takes about 1h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Savannah Highway, Ace Basin Parkway, Trask Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.3 miles from North Charleston, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.41 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 North Charleston, SC to Burton, SC is easy. At 1h 30m with 44% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.9 miles (SC 7 / Sam Rittenberg Boulevard): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 6 miles (US 17 / Savannah Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 53.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from North Charleston, SC to Burton, 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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