Origin
Sumter, SC
Late night in Sumter on Thursday
Local time
1:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sumter, SC to Kingstree, SC
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
57m
Distance
46.8 mi
75 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 53m
★
6 AM
0h 58m
8 AM
1h 7m
10 AM
1h 1m
12 PM
1h 0m
3 PM
1h 2m
5 PM
1h 7m
8 PM
0h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sumter, SC
Junior Bastos
Kingstree, SC
Stephen Andrews
Trip Overview
This 46.8-mile journey from Sumter, SC to Kingstree, SC is a straightforward, single-day trip, taking just under an hour to complete. You'll primarily navigate local roads like Manning Road and Greeleyville Highway, with a minimal highway share of 4%. With an estimated fuel cost of $7, this drive is budget-friendly and offers a good option for a quick excursion within the Southeast region. No overnight stays are required, making it an ideal choice for a day trip.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
23.4 miles from Sumter, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 29m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for most of this 57-minute trip. While there's a small highway component, the majority of your time will be spent on roads like Manning Road and Greeleyville Highway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 16.1 miles on Manning Road. This route likely offers a more intimate feel of the local landscape rather than a high-speed transit.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Manning Road is the longest continuous segment at about 16.1 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
172 ft
50 ft
Total Climb
88 ft
Total Descent
196 ft
Highest Point
172 ft
Elevation Range
122 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 South Main Street.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Sumter, SC to Kingstree, SC is easy. At 57m with 4% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 18.8 miles (US 521; SC 261 / East Boyce Street): Navigation decision point; at 36.8 miles (US 52 / South Williamsburg County Highway): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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South Main Street
Turn left onto South Main Street
Navigation decision point
3
18.8 mi into trip
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~23m in
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US 521; SC 261 / East Boyce Street
Turn left onto US 521; SC 261 / East Boyce Street
Navigation decision point
4
36.8 mi into trip
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~44m in
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US 52 / South Williamsburg County Highway
Turn left onto US 52 / South Williamsburg County Highway
Navigation decision point
3
46.5 mi into trip
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~56m in
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North Academy Street
Turn left onto North Academy Street
Navigation decision point
5
46.8 mi into trip
|
~57m in
|
East Brooks Street
Turn right onto East Brooks Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Manning Road | 16.1 mi | 18m |
| Greeleyville Highway | 14.2 mi | 16m |
| South Williamsburg County Highway | 9.4 mi | 11m |
| US Highway 521 | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Manning Avenue | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Society Street | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| North Church Street | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| East Boyce Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Manning Road
— 16.1 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sumter, SC and Kingstree, SC.
1
Start on US 76 Business
65 ft
·
8 sec
·
East Liberty Street
2
Turn left onto South Main Street
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
South Main Street
3
Continue on Manning Avenue
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Manning Avenue
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on US 521
16 mi
·
18 min
·
Manning Road
5
Continue on US 521
0.7 mi
·
50 sec
·
North Church Street
6
Turn left onto US 521; SC 261
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
East Boyce Street
7
Continue on US 521; SC 261
14 mi
·
16 min
·
Greeleyville Highway
8
Continue on US 521
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
·
Society Street
9
Continue on US 521
0.8 mi
·
52 sec
·
Society Street
10
Continue on US 521
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
US Highway 521
11
Turn left onto US 52
9.4 mi
·
11 min
·
South Williamsburg County Highway
12
Continue on US 52; SC 261
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
West Main Street
13
Turn left onto North Academy Street
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
North Academy Street
14
Turn right onto East Brooks Street
254 ft
·
6 sec
·
East Brooks Street
15
Arrive at destination
East Brooks Street
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of 57 minutes and 46.8 miles, this route offers great flexibility. You can depart at your leisure, perhaps after a morning coffee in Sumter. Since there are no designated stops, consider the 16.1-mile stretch on Manning Road as your longest point without a turn, and plan accordingly for any brief pauses. The estimated fuel cost of $7 means you won't need to worry about frequent fuel stops, but it's always wise to start with a full tank.
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 23.4 miles from Sumter, SC, or about 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 16.1 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 10 miles or 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 23.4 miles or 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kingstree, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Sumter, SC.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Sumter, SC
This is one driving day of about 46.8 miles and 57m.
At 46.8 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Manning Road for about 16.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.4 mi from Sumter, SC · 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.4 miles from Sumter, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Kingstree, SC
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Kingstree, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.32 one way
$14.64 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $8.00 | $16.00 |
| premium | $4.70 | $8.66 | $17.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.33 | $20.67 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14 | 0 | $4.91 | $2.25 |
| Efficient EV | 11.7 | 0 | $4.10 | $1.87 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.7 | 0 | $6.55 | $3.00 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Kingstree, SC
Late night in Kingstree on Thursday
Local time
1:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 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
57m 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 Sumter, SC to Kingstree, SC covers 46.8 miles and takes about 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Manning Road, Greeleyville Highway, South Williamsburg County Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 23.4 miles from Sumter, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.32 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.
The drive from Sumter, SC to Kingstree, SC is easy. At 57m with 4% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 18.8 miles (US 521; SC 261 / East Boyce Street): Navigation decision point; at 36.8 miles (US 52 / South Williamsburg County Highway): Navigation decision point.
The route from Sumter, SC to Kingstree, SC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 50 ft to 172 ft elevation with about 88 ft of total climbing.
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