Origin
Timmonsville, SC
Night in Timmonsville on Tuesday
Local time
10:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Timmonsville, SC to Charleston, SC
Data updated 3 hours ago
Drive Time
2h 21m
Distance
124.4 mi
200 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 12m
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6 AM
2h 22m
8 AM
2h 41m
10 AM
2h 29m
12 PM
2h 27m
3 PM
2h 30m
5 PM
2h 40m
8 PM
2h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Timmonsville, SC
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Trip Overview
This 124.4-mile drive from Timmonsville, SC, to Charleston, SC, can comfortably be completed in about 2 hours and 21 minutes, making it an ideal one-day trip. You'll be spending most of your time on major highways, with 96% of the journey on interstates. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $19, which is quite budget-friendly for a trip of this length. Given the relatively short duration and straightforward highway focus, an overnight stop isn't necessary, allowing for maximum flexibility in your schedule. This trip stays within the Southeast region, connecting two points in South Carolina.
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
62.2 miles from Timmonsville, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 9m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for the vast majority of this drive. With 96% of the route on interstates, this trip is designed for efficient travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 67.4 miles on I 95, offering a significant period of consistent speed. While primarily interstate driving, the route does incorporate Honda Way, suggesting a brief transition before reaching your destination. The overall profile leans towards a steady, predictable pace rather than winding scenic byways.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 95 is the longest continuous segment at about 67.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and I 26. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SC 403 / South Brockington Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 21m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SC 403 / South Brockington Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Honda Street): Navigation decision point; at 70.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 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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SC 403 / South Brockington Street
Turn left onto SC 403 / South Brockington Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.4 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Honda Street
Turn right onto Honda Street
Navigation decision point
5
70.3 mi into trip
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~1h 17m in
Take the exit toward I 26 East: Charleston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 86A
Toward I 26 East: Charleston
6
122.5 mi into trip
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~2h 17m in
Take the exit toward Meeting Street, Visitor Center, Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 221B
Toward Meeting Street, Visitor Center, Downtown
6
122.9 mi into trip
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~2h 18m in
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US 52 / Meeting Street
Turn right onto US 52 / Meeting Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 67.4 mi | 1h 12m |
| I 26 | 51.9 mi | 58m |
| Honda Way | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Meeting Street | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| South Brockington Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Smith Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Honda Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 67.4 mi, about 1h 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Timmonsville, SC and Charleston, SC.
1
Start on East Main Street
175 ft
·
13 sec
·
East Main Street
2
Turn left onto SC 403
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
South Brockington Street
3
Turn left onto US 76
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
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East Smith Street
4
Turn right onto Honda Street
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
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Honda Street
5
Continue on Honda Way
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Honda Way
6
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
7
Merge onto I 95
67 mi
·
1 hr 12 min
·
I 95
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
Exit 86A
Toward I 26 East: Charleston
9
Merge onto I 26
52 mi
·
58 min
·
I 26
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 221B
Toward Meeting Street, Visitor Center, Downtown
11
Turn right onto US 52
1.6 mi
·
3 min
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Meeting Street
Use the right lane.
12
Turn left onto Broad Street
40 ft
·
1 sec
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Broad Street
13
Arrive at destination
Broad Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 2 hour and 21 minute drive, consider an early morning departure to avoid any potential traffic as you approach Charleston. Since this is a relatively short, highway-centric trip, you won't need to worry about splitting it into multiple days. You'll cover 124.4 miles with a fuel cost estimated at $19, so plan for one fuel stop if needed, but it's unlikely to be essential. Keep an eye out for the transition onto Honda Way as you get closer to Charleston, as this marks the final segment of your journey.
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 62.2 miles from Timmonsville, SC, or about 1h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 67.4 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 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 62.2 miles or 1h 9m 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 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Charleston, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Timmonsville, 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 Timmonsville, SC
This is one driving day of about 124.4 miles and 2h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Timmonsville, 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 I 95 for about 67.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 62.2 mi from Timmonsville, SC · 1h 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
62 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 62.2 miles from Timmonsville, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 95 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 67.4 miles.
Arriving in Charleston, SC
The final approach into Charleston, 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 Charleston, SC.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.45 one way
$38.91 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
44 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $21.27 | $42.54 |
| premium | $4.70 | $23.02 | $46.05 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $27.47 | $54.93 |
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: 43.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37.3 | 0 | $13.06 | $5.97 |
| Efficient EV | 31.1 | 0 | $10.89 | $4.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 49.8 | 0 | $17.42 | $7.96 |
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 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.
Destination
Charleston, SC
Night in Charleston on Tuesday
Local time
10:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Sunny
S 10 mph
0% chance
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
19 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
2h 21m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Timmonsville, SC to Charleston, SC covers 124.4 miles and takes about 2h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, I 26, Honda Way. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 62.2 miles from Timmonsville, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.45 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 21m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SC 403 / South Brockington Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Honda Street): Navigation decision point; at 70.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Timmonsville, SC to Charleston, SC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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