Origin
North Charleston, SC
Morning in North Charleston on Wednesday
Local time
7:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Charleston, SC to Awendaw, SC
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
46m
Distance
31.3 mi
50 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Loading...
station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 42m
★
6 AM
0h 46m
8 AM
0h 54m
10 AM
0h 49m
12 PM
0h 48m
3 PM
0h 49m
5 PM
0h 53m
8 PM
0h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Charleston, SC
Wikimedia Commons
Awendaw, SC
Junior Bastos
Trip Overview
The drive from North Charleston, SC to Awendaw, SC covers 31.3 miles and takes about 46m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 17, Meeting Street Road, Carner Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 26.7 miles on US 17. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.89 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
15.6 miles from North Charleston, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 25m into the drive .
Loading map...
Drive Character
This is a 46m highway drive covering 31.3 miles, with most of the trip on US 17 and Meeting Street Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 26.7 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 7 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 26.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 17 and Meeting Street Road. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near US 52 / Carner Avenue.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from North Charleston, SC to Awendaw, SC is easy. At 46m with 85% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (US 52 / Carner Avenue): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 4.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 4.6 miles (US 17): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
3 of 3 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 52 / Carner Avenue
Keep slight left at fork onto US 52 / Carner Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
4.2 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the ramp toward US 17 North: Mount Pleasant
Navigation decision point
Toward US 17 North: Mount Pleasant
5
4.6 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
US 17
Merge onto US 17
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 17 | 26.7 mi | 38m |
| Meeting Street Road | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Carner Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Rivers Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 17
— 26.7 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Charleston, SC and Awendaw, SC.
1
Start on US 52; US 78
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Rivers Avenue
2
Keep slight left at fork onto US 52
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Carner Avenue
3
Continue on US 52
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Meeting Street Road
Use the straight lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Toward US 17 North: Mount Pleasant
5
Merge onto US 17
9.2 mi
·
15 min
·
US 17
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on US 17
18 mi
·
23 min
·
US 17
Use the left lane.
7
Arrive at destination
US 17
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 15.6 miles from North Charleston, SC, or about 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 26.7 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 31.3 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 15.6 miles or 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Awendaw, 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.
+
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 North Charleston, SC
This is one driving day of about 31.3 miles and 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from North Charleston, 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.
The longest stretch is on US 17 for about 26.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.6 mi from North Charleston, SC · 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 31.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.6 miles from North Charleston, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Awendaw, SC
The final approach into Awendaw, 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 Awendaw, 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
$4.89 one way
$9.79 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $5.35 | $10.70 |
| premium | $4.70 | $5.79 | $11.59 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.91 | $13.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.29 | $1.50 |
| Efficient EV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.74 | $1.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.38 | $2.00 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Awendaw, SC
Morning in Awendaw on Wednesday
Local time
7:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°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
22 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
46m 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 Awendaw, SC covers 31.3 miles and takes about 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 17, Meeting Street Road, Carner Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.6 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 $4.89 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 Awendaw, SC is easy. At 46m with 85% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (US 52 / Carner Avenue): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 4.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 4.6 miles (US 17): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from North Charleston, SC to Awendaw, SC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Was this route helpful?
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore More
Explore more options from North Charleston, SC or browse trips ending in Awendaw, SC.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse SC road trips.
Explore maps for North Charleston, SC or Awendaw, SC on MapSof.net.