Origin
Summerville, SC
Afternoon in Summerville on Saturday
Local time
3:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
87°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Summerville, SC to Varnville, SC
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 37m
Distance
59.5 mi
96 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 30m
★
6 AM
1h 38m
8 AM
1h 53m
10 AM
1h 43m
12 PM
1h 42m
3 PM
1h 44m
5 PM
1h 52m
8 PM
1h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Summerville, SC
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Varnville, SC
Daniel Sell
Trip Overview
The drive from Summerville, SC to Varnville, SC covers 59.5 miles and takes about 1h 37m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Jefferies Boulevard, Boonehill Road, South Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly surface roads. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 20.2 miles on South Jefferies Boulevard. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.30 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.
Midpoint
29.7 miles from Summerville, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 45m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Jefferies Boulevard | 20.2 mi | 35m |
| Boonehill Road | 20.2 mi | 29m |
| South Main Street | 6.1 mi | 10m |
| Walterboro Highway | 5.8 mi | 10m |
| Cottageville Highway | 4.1 mi | 5m |
| Hampton Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Robertson Boulevard | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
South Jefferies Boulevard
— 20.2 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Summerville, SC and Varnville, SC.
1
Start on this road
163 ft
·
17 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto US 17 Alternate
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
South Main Street
Use the straight lane.
3
At end of road, turn right onto US 17 Alt
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
South Main Street
4
Continue on US 17 Alt
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
5
Continue on US 17 Alt
20 mi
·
29 min
·
Boonehill Road
6
Continue on US 17 Alternate
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Cottageville Highway
7
Turn left onto SC 64
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Robertson Boulevard
8
Turn right onto SC 64 Business
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Hampton Street
9
At end of road, turn left onto US 17 Alt; SC 63
20 mi
·
35 min
·
South Jefferies Boulevard
10
Continue on SC 63
5.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Walterboro Highway
11
Continue on SC 63
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
12
Turn left onto Wood Street
248 ft
·
12 sec
·
Wood Street
13
Turn right onto North Palm Street
185 ft
·
8 sec
·
North Palm Street
14
Arrive at destination
North Palm 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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 29.7 miles from Summerville, SC, or about 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 20.2 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 13 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 29.7 miles or 45m 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 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Varnville, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Summerville, SC so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Summerville, SC
This is one driving day of about 59.5 miles and 1h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 13 miles from Summerville, SC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on South Jefferies Boulevard for about 20.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.7 miles from Summerville, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 59.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 17 Alternate / South Main Street
Turn left onto US 17 Alternate / South Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
1.3 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
US 17 Alt / South Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 17 Alt / South Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
32.5 mi into trip
|
~49m in
|
US 17 Alt; SC 63 / South Jefferies Boulevard
At end of road, turn left onto US 17 Alt; SC 63 / South Jefferies Boulevard
Navigation decision point
4
59.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 37m in
|
Wood Street
Turn left onto Wood Street
Navigation decision point
5
59.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 37m in
|
North Palm Street
Turn right onto North Palm Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.30 one way
$18.61 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $10.17 | $20.35 |
| premium | $4.70 | $11.01 | $22.02 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.14 | $26.27 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.25 | $2.86 |
| Efficient EV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.21 | $2.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.8 | 0 | $8.33 | $3.81 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Destination
Varnville, SC
Afternoon in Varnville on Saturday
Local time
3:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°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
38 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
1h 37m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
59.5 mi in 1h 37m across surface roads — expect steady turns and local traffic rather than long highway runs.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 20.2 mi on South Jefferies Boulevard.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
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 early in the drive near US 17 Alternate / South Main Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Summerville, SC to Varnville, SC is easy. At 1h 37m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 17 Alternate / South Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles (US 17 Alt / South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 32.5 miles (US 17 Alt; SC 63 / South Jefferies Boulevard): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 37m. Total distance: 59.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 20.2 miles on South Jefferies Boulevard. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 17 Alternate / South Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles (US 17 Alt / South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 32.5 miles (US 17 Alt; SC 63 / South Jefferies Boulevard): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Varnville, SC before heading back.
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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