Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
55m
Distance
34.8 mi
56 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Salley, SC
Junior Bastos
Burnettown, SC
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Salley, SC to Burnettown, SC is 34.8 miles and takes about 55 minutes via Wagener Road/Salley Road/Jefferson Davis Highway, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short hop stays within the Southeast region, specifically South Carolina, making it a convenient local drive. Expect a straightforward journey with minimal highway time, ideal for those looking for a quick transition between two points. It's a simple point-to-point trip that won't demand much of your day.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 55m. Total distance: 34.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
This route is characterized by frequent turns, offering a local driving experience rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. With 0% highway share, you'll be navigating primarily on local roads like Wagener Road, Salley Road, and Jefferson Davis Highway. The longest stretch without a turn is 12.8 miles on Wagener Road. This means you'll be engaged with the road, making it a more interactive drive than a monotonous highway slog.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 9.6 miles in near SC 4 / Salley Road.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Salley, SC to Burnettown, SC is easy. At 55m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 9.6 miles (SC 4 / Salley Road): Navigation decision point; at 34 miles (S-2-254 / Langley Dam Road): Navigation decision point; at 34.5 miles (Carline Road): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
At end of road, turn right onto SC 4 / Salley Road
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto S-2-254 / Langley Dam Road
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto Carline Road
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto Cross Over Road
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto SC 421 / Augusta Road
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Wagener Road | 12.8 mi | 19m |
| Salley Road | 9.7 mi | 17m |
| Jefferson Davis Highway | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| Richland Avenue West | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Richland Avenue East | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Langley Dam Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Walnut Street East | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Carline Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Salley, SC and Burnettown, SC.
Start on SC 394
Continue on SC 394
At end of road, turn right onto SC 4
Continue on SC 4; SC 302
Continue on US 78
Continue on US 1; US 78; SC 19
Continue on US 1; US 78
Turn left onto S-2-254
Continue on S-2-254
Turn right onto Carline Road
Turn left onto Cross Over Road
Turn right onto SC 421
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.4 mi from Salley, SC · 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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.
A short stop after about 34.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 17.4 miles from Salley, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Burnettown, SC if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$5.44 one way
$10.88 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $5.95 | $11.90 |
| premium | $4.70 | $6.44 | $12.88 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.68 | $15.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.65 | $1.67 |
| Efficient EV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.04 | $1.39 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.87 | $2.23 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (67% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Salley on Friday
Local time
10:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Sunny
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued April 16 at 2:47AM EDT until April 16 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
Destination
Night in Burnettown on Friday
Local time
10:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
89°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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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