Origin
Red Hill, SC
Morning in Red Hill on Wednesday
Local time
6:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Red Hill, SC to Summerville, SC
Data updated 3 hours ago
Drive Time
2h 36m
Distance
105 mi
169 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 26m
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6 AM
2h 36m
8 AM
2h 57m
10 AM
2h 43m
12 PM
2h 41m
3 PM
2h 44m
5 PM
2h 56m
8 PM
2h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Red Hill, SC
Denis Tolmachev
Summerville, SC
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Trip Overview
The drive from Red Hill, SC to Summerville, SC covers 105 miles and takes about 2h 36m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North Fraser Street, US 17 Alternate, Saints Delight Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 20.9 miles on North Fraser Street. At current regular gas prices, budget about $16.42 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
52.5 miles from Red Hill, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 18m into the drive .
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Drive Character
The drive from Red Hill, SC to Summerville, SC covers 105 miles and takes about 2h 36m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Fraser Street is the longest continuous segment at about 20.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near SC 90 / Highway 90.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 36m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (SC 90 / Highway 90): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 2.3 miles (US 378 / 3rd Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 39.1 miles (Reservoir Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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SC 90 / Highway 90
Turn sharp right onto SC 90 / Highway 90
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
6
2.3 mi into trip
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~4m in
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US 378 / 3rd Avenue
Turn left onto US 378 / 3rd Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
39.1 mi into trip
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~59m in
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Reservoir Street
Turn left onto Reservoir Street
Navigation decision point
4
39.3 mi into trip
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~59m in
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US 17 Alternate; US 521 / Highmarket Street
Turn right onto US 17 Alternate; US 521 / Highmarket Street
Navigation decision point
5
105 mi into trip
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~2h 35m in
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East Richardson Avenue
Turn left onto East Richardson Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Fraser Street | 20.9 mi | 30m |
| US 17 Alternate | 18.5 mi | 26m |
| Saints Delight Road | 13.8 mi | 18m |
| Highway 701 South | 12.4 mi | 17m |
| North Live Oak Drive | 12 mi | 17m |
| Highmarket Street | 8.3 mi | 11m |
| North Main Street | 6 mi | 9m |
| County Line Road | 5.8 mi | 8m |
Longest stretch:
North Fraser Street
— 20.9 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Red Hill, SC and Summerville, SC.
1
Start on Dobros Road
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
·
Dobros Road
2
Turn sharp right onto SC 90
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
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Highway 90
3
Turn right onto US 501 Business
1.7 mi
·
2 min
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US 501 Business
4
Turn left onto US 378
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
3rd Avenue
Use the left lane.
5
Turn straight onto US 378
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Wright Boulevard
6
Turn left onto US 701
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
4th Avenue
7
Continue on US 701
12 mi
·
17 min
·
Highway 701 South
8
Continue on US 701
21 mi
·
30 min
·
North Fraser Street
9
Turn right onto Anthuan Maybank Drive
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Anthuan Maybank Drive
10
Turn right onto Church Street
498 ft
·
14 sec
·
Church Street
11
Turn left onto Reservoir Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Reservoir Street
12
Turn right onto US 17 Alternate; US 521
8.3 mi
·
11 min
·
Highmarket Street
13
Take the exit
378 ft
·
10 sec
14
Turn left onto US 17 Alternate
14 mi
·
18 min
·
Saints Delight Road
15
At end of road, turn left onto US 17 Alternate; SC 41
5.8 mi
·
8 min
·
County Line Road
16
Turn right onto US 17 Alternate; SC 45
18 mi
·
25 min
·
US 17 Alternate; SC 45
17
Turn left onto US 17 Alternate; US 52
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
US 17 Alternate; US 52
18
Continue on US 52; US 17 Alternate
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
US 52; US 17 Alternate
19
Turn right onto SC 6 Truck
12 mi
·
17 min
·
North Live Oak Drive
20
Continue on US 17 Alternate
6.0 mi
·
9 min
·
North Main Street
Use the left lane.
21
Turn left onto East Richardson Avenue
116 ft
·
5 sec
·
East Richardson Avenue
Use the left lane.
22
Turn right
92 ft
·
6 sec
23
Arrive at destination
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 52.5 miles from Red Hill, SC, or about 1h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 20.9 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 80 miles or 1h 57m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.5 miles or 1h 18m 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 6m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Summerville, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Red Hill, 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 Red Hill, SC
This is one driving day of about 105 miles and 2h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Red Hill, SC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on North Fraser Street for about 20.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 52.5 mi from Red Hill, SC · 1h 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
53 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 52.5 miles from Red Hill, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Summerville, SC
The final approach into Summerville, 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 Summerville, 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
$16.42 one way
$32.84 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $17.95 | $35.91 |
| premium | $4.70 | $19.43 | $38.87 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $23.18 | $46.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.5 | 0 | $11.02 | $5.04 |
| Efficient EV | 26.3 | 0 | $9.19 | $4.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 42 | 0 | $14.70 | $6.72 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (68% 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
Summerville, SC
Morning in Summerville on Wednesday
Local time
6:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
89°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
15 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 36m 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 Red Hill, SC to Summerville, SC covers 105 miles and takes about 2h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Fraser Street, US 17 Alternate, Saints Delight Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 52.5 miles from Red Hill, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.42 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 2h 36m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (SC 90 / Highway 90): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 2.3 miles (US 378 / 3rd Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 39.1 miles (Reservoir Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Red Hill, SC to Summerville, SC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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