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Trip from Summerville, SC to Jackson, SC

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 38m

Distance

122.1 mi

197 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$19

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 31 min
4 AM
2h 28m ★
6 AM
2h 38m
8 AM
2h 59m
10 AM
2h 46m
12 PM
2h 44m
3 PM
2h 47m
5 PM
2h 58m
8 PM
2h 32m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

The drive from Summerville, SC to Jackson, SC covers 122.1 miles and takes about 2h 38m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 26, Bamberg Road, Heritage Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 44.6 miles on I 26. At current regular gas prices, budget about $19.09 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

61.1 miles from Summerville, SC

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 10m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 38m. Total distance: 122.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 38m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (48%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

The drive from Summerville, SC to Jackson, SC covers 122.1 miles and takes about 2h 38m, 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 26 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 44.6 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Richardson Avenue.

Driving Effort 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 122.1 miles you will encounter 15 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: near the start (East Richardson Avenue): Navigation decision point; near the start (US 17 Alternate / North Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 47.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 15 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | East Richardson Avenue

Turn left onto East Richardson Avenue

Navigation decision point

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 17 Alternate / North Main Street

Turn right onto US 17 Alternate / North Main Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
5
47.2 mi into trip | ~52m in

Take the exit toward US 301 South: Orangeburg

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 154-A Toward US 301 South: Orangeburg
6
73.6 mi into trip | ~1h 26m in | US 78 / Heritage Highway

Turn right onto US 78 / Heritage Highway

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
5
122.1 mi into trip | ~2h 38m in | Goforth Street

Turn right onto Goforth Street

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 26 44.6 mi 47m
Bamberg Road 12.3 mi 15m
Heritage Highway 11.2 mi 16m
Williston Road 9.3 mi 12m
Highway 78 7.2 mi 11m
State Highway 1 6.9 mi 9m
Five Chop Road 6.6 mi 8m
Dexter Street 4.3 mi 6m
Longest stretch: I 26 — 44.6 mi, about 47m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Summerville, SC and Jackson, SC.

1

Start on this road

92 ft · 11 sec · this road
2

Turn left onto East Richardson Avenue

116 ft · 7 sec · East Richardson Avenue
3

Turn right onto US 17 Alternate

2.2 mi · 3 min · North Main Street
Use the right lane.
4

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 55 sec
Toward I-26 West
5

Merge onto I 26

45 mi · 47 min · I 26
6

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 37 sec
Exit 154-A Toward US 301 South: Orangeburg
7

Merge onto US 301

6.6 mi · 8 min · Five Chop Road
8

Turn slight left onto John C Calhoun Drive

2.5 mi · 3 min · John C Calhoun Drive
9

Continue on US 301; US 601; SC 4

1.7 mi · 2 min · Old Edisto Drive
10

Continue on US 301; US 601

12 mi · 15 min · Bamberg Road
11

Continue on US 301; US 601

3.0 mi · 3 min · Main Highway
12

Turn right onto US 78

11 mi · 16 min · Heritage Highway
Use the straight lane.
13

Continue on US 78

1.6 mi · 2 min · Highway 78
14

Continue on US 78

4.3 mi · 6 min · Dexter Street
15

Continue on US 78

5.6 mi · 8 min · Highway 78
16

Continue on US 78

1.6 mi · 3 min · Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
17

Turn straight onto US 78; SC 39

3.2 mi · 4 min · Church Street
18

Turn left onto SC 781

3.6 mi · 4 min · Tinker Creek Road
19

At end of road, turn right onto US 278

9.3 mi · 12 min · Williston Road
20

Turn left onto Whiskey Road

0.4 mi · 37 sec · Whiskey Road
21

Turn right onto State Highway 1

6.9 mi · 9 min · State Highway 1
22

Turn right onto SC 125

0.3 mi · 26 sec · Atomic Road
23

Turn left onto S-02-62

0.5 mi · 1 min · North Silverton Street
24

Turn right onto Main Street

363 ft · 13 sec · Main Street
25

Turn right onto Goforth Street

72 ft · 3 sec · Goforth Street
26

Arrive at destination

Goforth Street

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 61.1 miles from Summerville, SC, or about 1h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 44.6 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 27 miles or 30m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 61.1 miles or 1h 10m 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 7m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jackson, SC than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Summerville, 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 Summerville, SC

This is one driving day of about 122.1 miles and 2h 38m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Summerville, 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 I 26 for about 44.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 61.1 mi from Summerville, SC · 1h 10m into the drive

Downtown Bamberg, SC, SC

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Bamberg, SC

61 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

Holly Hill, SC

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Orangeburg, SC

Meal break

The midpoint is around 61.1 miles from Summerville, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Jackson, SC

The final approach into Jackson, 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 Jackson, SC.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

BIGGBY COFFEE

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Summerville, South Carolina

Near the start, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+18438214711

Visit website

BIGGBY COFFEE

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10

Summerville, South Carolina

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+18438214711

Visit website

Audubon's Beidler Forest Sanctuary

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 17.4

Harleyville, South Carolina

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+18434879988

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$19.09 one way

$38.19 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 43 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $20.88 $41.75
premium $4.70 $22.60 $45.20
diesel $5.61 $26.96 $53.92

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$19

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$44–$69

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 42.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 36.6 0 $12.82 $5.86
Efficient EV 30.5 0 $10.68 $4.88
EV Truck/SUV 48.8 0 $17.09 $7.81

Gas CO2

43 kg

EV CO2

14 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.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026

Origin

Summerville, SC

Morning in Summerville on Saturday

Local time

7:16 AM

EDT

Current temp

87°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Jackson, SC

Morning in Jackson on Saturday

Local time

7:16 AM

EDT

Current temp

77°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

10 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

2h 38m 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 Summerville, SC to Jackson, SC covers 122.1 miles and takes about 2h 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 26, Bamberg Road, Heritage Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 61.1 miles from Summerville, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.09 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 122.1 miles you will encounter 15 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: near the start (East Richardson Avenue): Navigation decision point; near the start (US 17 Alternate / North Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 47.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.

The route from Summerville, SC to Jackson, SC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

How this page is built

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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