Origin
Saint Andrews, SC
Afternoon in Saint Andrews on Sunday
Local time
4:11 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Saint Andrews, SC to Hanahan, SC
Drive Time
2h
Distance
105.9 mi
170 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 52m
★
6 AM
2h 0m
8 AM
2h 17m
10 AM
2h 6m
12 PM
2h 5m
3 PM
2h 7m
5 PM
2h 17m
8 PM
1h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Saint Andrews, SC
Emre Acar
Hanahan, SC
Junior Bastos
Trip Overview
The drive from Saint Andrews, SC to Hanahan, SC covers 105.9 miles and takes about 2h behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 26, Rivers Avenue, Saint Andrews Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 101.4 miles on I 26. At current regular gas prices, budget about $16.95 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
52.9 miles from Saint Andrews, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 59m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 2h highway drive covering 105.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 26 and Rivers Avenue. The longest continuous stretch is about 101.4 miles on I 26.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 26 is the longest continuous segment at about 101.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 26 and Rivers Avenue. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Saint Andrews Road.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 105.9 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Saint Andrews Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.2 miles (I 26; US 76): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles (I 26): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Saint Andrews Road
Turn left onto Saint Andrews Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
1.2 mi into trip
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~2m in
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I 26; US 76
Merge onto I 26; US 76
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
2.6 mi into trip
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~4m in
|
I 26
Keep slight right at fork onto I 26 toward Charleston
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Charleston
7
102.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 54m in
Take the exit toward Ashley Phosphate Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 209A
Toward Ashley Phosphate Road
6
103.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 56m in
|
US 52; US 78 / Rivers Avenue
Turn right onto US 52; US 78 / Rivers Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 26 | 101.4 mi | 1h 51m |
| Rivers Avenue | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Saint Andrews Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Ashley Phosphate Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Murray Drive | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Broad River Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Whiteford Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 26
— 101.4 mi, about 1h 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Andrews, SC and Hanahan, SC.
1
Start on Whiteford Road
276 ft
·
14 sec
·
Whiteford Road
2
Turn right onto US 176
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Broad River Road
3
Turn left onto Saint Andrews Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Saint Andrews Road
Use the none lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward I 26 East: Columbia
5
Merge onto I 26; US 76
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
I 26; US 76
Use the none lane.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 26
100 mi
·
1 hr 49 min
·
I 26
Toward Charleston
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 209A
Toward Ashley Phosphate Road
Use the slight right lane.
8
Turn left onto S-10-75
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
Ashley Phosphate Road
9
Turn right onto US 52; US 78
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Rivers Avenue
Use the none lane.
10
Turn slight left
189 ft
·
9 sec
Use the left lane.
11
Continue on S-10-405
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
Murray Drive
Use the left lane.
12
Arrive at destination
S-10-405
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 52.9 miles from Saint Andrews, SC, or about 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 101.4 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 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.9 miles or 59m 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 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hanahan, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Saint Andrews, 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 Saint Andrews, SC
This is one driving day of about 105.9 miles and 2h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Saint Andrews, 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 I 26 for about 101.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 52.9 mi from Saint Andrews, SC · 59m 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 52.9 miles from Saint Andrews, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 26 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 101.4 miles.
Arriving in Hanahan, SC
The final approach into Hanahan, 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 Hanahan, SC.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.95 one way
$33.90 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $18.47 | $36.93 |
| premium | $4.78 | $19.92 | $39.84 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $23.53 | $47.05 |
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: 37.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.8 | 0 | $11.12 | $5.08 |
| Efficient EV | 26.5 | 0 | $9.27 | $4.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 42.4 | 0 | $14.83 | $6.78 |
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
Hanahan, SC
Afternoon in Hanahan on Sunday
Local time
4:11 PM
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 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 Saint Andrews, SC to Hanahan, SC covers 105.9 miles and takes about 2h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 26, Rivers Avenue, Saint Andrews Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 52.9 miles from Saint Andrews, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.95 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 105.9 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Saint Andrews Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.2 miles (I 26; US 76): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles (I 26): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Saint Andrews, SC to Hanahan, SC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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