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Trip from Surfside Beach, SC to Goose Creek, SC

Drive Time

2h 11m

Distance

92.7 mi

149 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$15

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

8 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 28 min
4 AM
2h 2m ★
6 AM
2h 11m
8 AM
2h 30m
10 AM
2h 18m
12 PM
2h 16m
3 PM
2h 19m
5 PM
2h 29m
8 PM
2h 6m

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

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human settlement in Horry County, South Carolina, United States of America

Surfside Beach, SC

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Downtown Goose Creek, SC, SC

Goose Creek, SC

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Trip Overview

Traveling from Surfside Beach to Goose Creek covers 92.8 miles and typically takes about 1 hour and 53 minutes. Because this is a relatively short trip through the Southeast, it works perfectly as a straightforward day trip without the need for an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via Surfside Drive, US 17, and Ocean Highway to reach your destination. Budgeting approximately $14 for fuel will cover your transit costs for the journey. Since there are no mandatory stops scheduled into this itinerary, you have the flexibility to complete the drive in one efficient stretch.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

46.4 miles from Surfside Beach, SC

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 7m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route features zero percent highway driving. You will navigate local thoroughfares throughout the entire 92.8-mile journey, which means there are no long, monotonous stretches of uninterrupted highway. The longest stretch you will encounter is 0 miles on Surfside Drive, confirming that this is a hands-on driving experience requiring your full attention. As you transition between these local roads, the pace remains steady but demands constant navigation through turns. This is an ideal route for drivers who prefer a more interactive, local-style road experience over the predictability of a major interstate.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 17 Alternate is the longest continuous segment at about 18.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 27.4 miles in near US 17 Alternate; US 521 / Highmarket Street.

Route Complexity 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

This is a straightforward 2h 11m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 27.4 miles (US 17 Alternate; US 521 / Highmarket Street): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 50.7 miles (US 17 Alternate; SC 41 / County Line Road): Navigation decision point; at 82.5 miles (US 52 / Goose Creek Boulevard South): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 7 key points

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

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27.4 mi into trip | ~41m in | US 17 Alternate; US 521 / Highmarket Street

Merge onto US 17 Alternate; US 521 / Highmarket Street

Merge point - match speed before joining

4
50.7 mi into trip | ~1h 13m in | US 17 Alternate; SC 41 / County Line Road

At end of road, turn left onto US 17 Alternate; SC 41 / County Line Road

Navigation decision point

4
82.5 mi into trip | ~1h 58m in | US 52 / Goose Creek Boulevard South

Keep slight right at fork onto US 52 / Goose Creek Boulevard South

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

4
92.5 mi into trip | ~2h 10m in | Old State Road

Turn right onto Old State Road

Navigation decision point

5
92.7 mi into trip | ~2h 11m in | The Oaks Avenue

Turn right onto The Oaks Avenue

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 17 Alternate 18.5 mi 26m
Ocean Highway 17.4 mi 25m
Goose Creek Boulevard South 14.2 mi 16m
Saints Delight Road 13.8 mi 18m
Highmarket Street 9.4 mi 12m
US 17 Business 7.6 mi 11m
County Line Road 5.8 mi 8m
US 52 2.3 mi 3m
Longest stretch: US 17 Alternate — 18.5 mi, about 26m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Surfside Beach, SC and Goose Creek, SC.

1

Start on Surfside Drive

72 ft · 7 sec · Surfside Drive
2

Continue on Surfside Drive

0.7 mi · 1 min · Surfside Drive
3

Turn left onto US 17 Business

7.6 mi · 11 min · US 17 Business
4

Continue on US 17

17 mi · 25 min · Ocean Highway
5

Continue on US 17

0.3 mi · 25 sec · L. H. Siau Bridge
6

Continue on US 17

1.5 mi · 2 min · Church Street
7

Merge onto US 17 Alternate; US 521

9.4 mi · 12 min · Highmarket Street
8

Take the exit

378 ft · 10 sec
9

Turn left onto US 17 Alternate

14 mi · 18 min · Saints Delight Road
10

At end of road, turn left onto US 17 Alternate; SC 41

5.8 mi · 8 min · County Line Road
11

Turn right onto US 17 Alternate; SC 45

18 mi · 25 min · US 17 Alternate; SC 45
12

Turn left onto US 17 Alternate; US 52

0.8 mi · 1 min · US 17 Alternate; US 52
13

Continue on US 52; US 17 Alternate

1.1 mi · 2 min · US 52; US 17 Alternate
14

Continue on US 52; SC 6 Truck

1.2 mi · 1 min · US 52; SC 6 Truck
15

Continue on US 52

5.2 mi · 5 min · Goose Creek Boulevard South
Use the left lane.
16

Keep slight right at fork onto US 52

9.0 mi · 10 min · Goose Creek Boulevard South
17

Turn slight left onto Saint James Avenue

198 ft · 7 sec · Saint James Avenue
18

Continue on Red Bank Road

0.9 mi · 1 min · Red Bank Road
19

Turn right onto Old State Road

0.2 mi · 55 sec · Old State Road
20

Turn right onto The Oaks Avenue

38 ft · 1 sec · The Oaks Avenue
21

Arrive at destination

The Oaks Avenue

Trip Plan

To make the most of your 1 hour and 53 minute travel time, plan your departure during off-peak hours to avoid potential congestion on local roads. Since the entire trip is a manageable distance, you have the advantage of total flexibility in your schedule, allowing you to leave whenever it suits your plans. Keep in mind that because this is a turn-heavy route, you should stay alert for frequent direction changes rather than relying on cruise control. With a fuel budget of just $14, it is wise to ensure your tank is topped off before you head out, as finding a convenient station once you are deep into the local turns can be less efficient. Use the lack of mandatory stops to your advantage by creating your own pace, stopping only when you feel like taking a break from the local road network.

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 46.4 miles from Surfside Beach, SC, or about 1h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 18.5 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 80 miles or 1h 55m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 46.4 miles or 1h 7m 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 50m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Surfside Beach, 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 Surfside Beach, SC

This is one driving day of about 92.7 miles and 2h 11m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Surfside Beach, SC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on US 17 Alternate for about 18.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 46.4 mi from Surfside Beach, SC · 1h 7m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Wilmington, NC

46 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

Fayetteville, NC

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Wilmington, NC

Meal break

The midpoint is around 46.4 miles from Surfside Beach, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Goose Creek, SC

The final approach into Goose Creek, 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 Goose Creek, SC.

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

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park

Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Two forts stand at the entrance of Charleston Harbor. Patriots inside a palmetto log fort, later named Fort Moultrie, defeated the Royal Navy in 1776. As Charleston blazed a path towards secession to...

18 mi from route ~45 min detour $10 near mile 92.7
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$14.84 one way

$29.67 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 32 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.43 $16.16 $32.33
premium $4.78 $17.44 $34.88
diesel $5.64 $20.59 $41.19

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$15

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$40–$65

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 32.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

EV Charging Along Route

8 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Tidelands Ford

Pawleys Island, SC

RED_E

4 DCFC

CircleK - North Charleston, SC

North Charleston, SC

CIRCLE_K

4 DCFC

Target T1829 (N Charleston, SC)

North Charleston, SC

Electrify America

4 DCFC

Berkeley Ford

Moncks Corner, SC

FORD_CHARGE

2 DCFC

Crews Chevrolet

North Charleston, SC

ZEFNET

2 DCFC

East Coast Honda

North Myrtle Beach, SC

Blink Network

1 DCFC

Spinx

Ladson, SC

eVgo Network

1 DCFC

HONC HONC PUBLIC #1

North Charleston, SC

ChargePoint Network

1 DCFC

Blink Network: 1 RED_E: 1 FORD_CHARGE: 1 eVgo Network: 1 ZEFNET: 1 CIRCLE_K: 1 ChargePoint Network: 1 Electrify America: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 27.8 0 $9.73 $4.45
Efficient EV 23.2 0 $8.11 $3.71
EV Truck/SUV 37.1 0 $12.98 $5.93

Gas CO2

32 kg

EV CO2

11 kg (66% 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 data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Surfside Beach, SC

Afternoon in Surfside Beach on Monday

Local time

4:00 PM

EDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Goose Creek, SC

Afternoon in Goose Creek on Monday

Local time

4:00 PM

EDT

Current temp

63°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

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

2h 11m 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 Surfside Beach, SC to Goose Creek, SC covers 92.7 miles and takes about 2h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 17 Alternate, Ocean Highway, Goose Creek Boulevard South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 46.4 miles from Surfside Beach, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.84 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.
This is a straightforward 2h 11m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 27.4 miles (US 17 Alternate; US 521 / Highmarket Street): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 50.7 miles (US 17 Alternate; SC 41 / County Line Road): Navigation decision point; at 82.5 miles (US 52 / Goose Creek Boulevard South): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Surfside Beach, SC to Goose Creek, SC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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