Origin
Rose Gardens, SC
Afternoon in Rose Gardens on Wednesday
Local time
3:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rose Gardens, SC to South Congaree, SC
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
11m
Distance
6.5 mi
11 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 10m
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6 AM
0h 11m
8 AM
0h 13m
10 AM
0h 12m
12 PM
0h 12m
3 PM
0h 12m
5 PM
0h 13m
8 PM
0h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rose Gardens, SC
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South Congaree, SC
Junior Bastos
Trip Overview
This short, 6.5-mile journey from the Rose Gardens to South Congaree in South Carolina is designed for a single day of travel, taking just about 11 minutes to complete. You'll primarily navigate via Edmund Highway and Columbia Airport Expressway before turning onto Ermine Road. With a minimal fuel cost estimated at $1, this route offers a quick and economical excursion within the Southeast region. It’s an ideal option if you're looking for a brief, uncomplicated drive without the need for an overnight stay, allowing for a flexible schedule.
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
3.3 miles from Rose Gardens, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 6m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this 6.5-mile trip, with only 23% of the journey on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 2.2 miles along Edmund Highway. This route tends to be more about navigating local roads than sustained highway cruising. The character of the drive shifts as you transition from the main arteries like Edmund Highway and Columbia Airport Expressway to the more localized Ermine Road, requiring your attention for frequent turns.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 8 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Edmund Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 2.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Delree Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 11m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Delree Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Ermine Road): Navigation decision point; at 3.4 miles (SC 302 / Edmund Highway): 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.
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0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Delree Street
Turn right onto Delree Street
Navigation decision point
3
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Ermine Road
Turn right onto Ermine Road
Navigation decision point
4
3.4 mi into trip
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~6m in
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SC 302 / Edmund Highway
Turn right onto SC 302 / Edmund Highway
Navigation decision point
3
6.5 mi into trip
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~11m in
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Ramblin Road
Turn right onto Ramblin Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Edmund Highway | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Columbia Airport Expressway | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Ermine Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Rose Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Delree Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Ramblin Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Edmund Highway
— 2.2 mi, about 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rose Gardens, SC and South Congaree, SC.
1
Start on Rose Drive
0.2 mi
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43 sec
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Rose Drive
2
Turn right onto Delree Street
0.2 mi
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42 sec
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Delree Street
3
Turn right onto Ermine Road
1.5 mi
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2 min
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Ermine Road
4
Continue on 378
1.5 mi
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2 min
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Columbia Airport Expressway
5
Turn right onto SC 302
2.2 mi
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3 min
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Edmund Highway
6
Continue on SC 302
0.9 mi
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1 min
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Main Street
7
Turn right onto Ramblin Road
44 ft
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1 sec
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Ramblin Road
8
Arrive at destination
Ramblin Road
Trip Plan
Given its short 11-minute duration, this route offers maximum flexibility; you can depart at any time without concern for pacing. You won't need to worry about extensive fuel stops, as the estimated fuel cost is a mere $1. The longest stretch is 2.2 miles on Edmund Highway, so stay alert for upcoming turns after this segment. Since this is such a brief drive, you can easily incorporate it into a larger itinerary or tackle it spontaneously without needing to plan for rest breaks.
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 3.3 miles from Rose Gardens, SC, or about 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 2.2 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 6.5 miles or 11m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 3.3 miles or 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near South Congaree, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Rose Gardens, 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 Rose Gardens, SC
This is one driving day of about 6.5 miles and 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Rose Gardens, 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 Edmund Highway for about 2.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 3.3 mi from Rose Gardens, SC · 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
3 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 6.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 3.3 miles from Rose Gardens, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in South Congaree, SC
The final approach into South Congaree, 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 South Congaree, 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
$1.02 one way
$2.03 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
2 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $1.11 | $2.22 |
| premium | $4.70 | $1.20 | $2.41 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.44 | $2.87 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 50% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2 | 0 | $0.68 | $0.31 |
| Efficient EV | 1.6 | 0 | $0.57 | $0.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 2.6 | 0 | $0.91 | $0.42 |
Gas CO2
2 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (50% 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 Congaree, SC
Afternoon in South Congaree on Wednesday
Local time
3:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Belmont, NC
3 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
41 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
11m 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 Rose Gardens, SC to South Congaree, SC covers 6.5 miles and takes about 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Edmund Highway, Columbia Airport Expressway, Ermine Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 3.3 miles from Rose Gardens, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.02 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.
This is a straightforward 11m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Delree Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Ermine Road): Navigation decision point; at 3.4 miles (SC 302 / Edmund Highway): Navigation decision point.
The route from Rose Gardens, SC to South Congaree, SC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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