Origin
Sumter, SC
Morning in Sumter on Saturday
Local time
9:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Sumter, SC to West Columbia, SC
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 5m
Distance
47 mi
76 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 0m
★
6 AM
1h 6m
8 AM
1h 16m
10 AM
1h 9m
12 PM
1h 8m
3 PM
1h 10m
5 PM
1h 15m
8 PM
1h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sumter, SC
Junior Bastos
West Columbia, SC
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Trip Overview
The drive from Sumter, SC to West Columbia, SC covers 47 miles and takes about 1h 5m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 76, Broad Street, Taylor Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 34.2 miles on US 76. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.35 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 5m. Total distance: 47 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 5m highway drive covering 47 miles, with most of the trip on US 76 and Broad Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 34.2 miles on US 76.
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.
US 76 is the longest continuous segment at about 34.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 76 and Broad Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near US 76 Business / North Washington Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Sumter, SC to West Columbia, SC is easy. At 1h 5m with 73% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (US 76 Business / North Washington Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 43.1 miles (SC 12 / Taylor Street): Navigation decision point; at 46.9 miles: Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
3 of 3 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 76 Business / North Washington Street
Turn right onto US 76 Business / North Washington Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
43.1 mi into trip
|
~58m in
|
SC 12 / Taylor Street
Turn left onto SC 12 / Taylor Street
Navigation decision point
5
46.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 76 | 34.2 mi | 42m |
| Broad Street | 5.4 mi | 8m |
| Taylor Street | 2.1 mi | 4m |
| Millwood Avenue | 1.8 mi | 4m |
| Jarvis Klapman Boulevard | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Devine Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| North Washington Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Hampton Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 76
— 34.2 mi, about 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sumter, SC and West Columbia, SC.
1
Start on US 76 Business
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
East Liberty Street
2
Turn right onto US 76 Business
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
North Washington Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Continue on US 76 Business
5.4 mi
·
8 min
·
Broad Street
4
Continue on US 76; US 378
34 mi
·
42 min
·
US 76; US 378
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on US 76; US 378
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Devine Street
6
Turn slight right onto US 76; US 378
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Millwood Avenue
7
Turn left onto SC 12
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Taylor Street
8
Continue on SC 12
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
Hampton Street
9
Continue on SC 12
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Jarvis Klapman Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn right onto SC 35
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
North 12th Street
11
Turn right
272 ft
·
20 sec
12
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.5 mi from Sumter, SC · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 23.5 miles from Sumter, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in West Columbia, SC
The final approach into West Columbia, SC usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.35 one way
$14.70 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $8.04 | $16.07 |
| premium | $4.70 | $8.70 | $17.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.38 | $20.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
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 | 14.1 | 0 | $4.94 | $2.26 |
| Efficient EV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.11 | $1.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.58 | $3.01 |
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
West Columbia, SC
Morning in West Columbia on Saturday
Local time
9:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
89°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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 5m 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 West Columbia, SC covers 47 miles and takes about 1h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 76, Broad Street, Taylor Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 23.5 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 $7.35 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 West Columbia, SC is easy. At 1h 5m with 73% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (US 76 Business / North Washington Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 43.1 miles (SC 12 / Taylor Street): Navigation decision point; at 46.9 miles: Navigation decision point.
The route from Sumter, SC to West Columbia, 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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