Origin
Woodruff, SC
Morning in Woodruff on Wednesday
Local time
6:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Woodruff, SC to Charleston, SC
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
3h 38m
Distance
190.6 mi
307 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$30
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 26m
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6 AM
3h 38m
8 AM
4h 3m
10 AM
3h 47m
12 PM
3h 45m
3 PM
3h 48m
5 PM
4h 2m
8 PM
3h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Woodruff, SC
Junior Bastos
Trip Overview
The drive from Woodruff, SC to Charleston, SC covers 190.6 miles and takes about 3h 38m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 26, Cross Anchor Road, Meeting Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 182.1 miles on I 26. At current regular gas prices, budget about $29.81 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.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
95.3 miles from Woodruff, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 49m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 3h 38m highway drive covering 190.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 26 and Cross Anchor Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 182.1 miles on I 26.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 26 is the longest continuous segment at about 182.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 26 and Cross Anchor Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 6.6 miles in near I 26.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 38m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 6.6 miles (I 26): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 76.1 miles (I 26): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 188.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
6.6 mi into trip
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~12m in
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I 26
Merge onto I 26
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
76.1 mi into trip
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~1h 28m in
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I 26
Keep slight right at fork onto I 26 toward Charleston
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Charleston
6
188.6 mi into trip
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~3h 34m 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
189 mi into trip
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~3h 35m in
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US 52 / Meeting Street
Turn right onto US 52 / Meeting Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
190.6 mi into trip
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~3h 38m in
|
Broad Street
Turn left onto Broad Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 26 | 182.1 mi | 3h 21m |
| Cross Anchor Road | 5.8 mi | 10m |
| Meeting Street | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| South Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Laurens Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Broad Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 26
— 182.1 mi, about 3h 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woodruff, SC and Charleston, SC.
1
Start on US 221; SC 146
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
South Main Street
2
Continue on US 221; SC 146
159 ft
·
5 sec
·
South Main Street
3
Continue on US 221; SC 146
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
·
Laurens Road
4
Turn slight left onto SC 146
5.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Cross Anchor Road
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
6
Merge onto I 26
70 mi
·
1 hr 15 min
·
I 26
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 26
113 mi
·
2 hr 5 min
·
I 26
Toward Charleston
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 221B
Toward Meeting Street, Visitor Center, Downtown
9
Turn right onto US 52
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Meeting Street
Use the right lane.
10
Turn left onto Broad Street
40 ft
·
1 sec
·
Broad Street
11
Arrive at destination
Broad Street
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 95.3 miles from Woodruff, SC, or about 1h 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 182.1 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 80 miles or 1h 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 95.3 miles or 1h 49m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 58m
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 Woodruff, 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 Woodruff, SC
This is one driving day of about 190.6 miles and 3h 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Woodruff, SC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 26 for about 182.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 95.3 mi from Woodruff, SC · 1h 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
95 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 95.3 miles from Woodruff, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 26 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 182.1 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.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.81 one way
$59.61 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
67 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $32.59 | $65.18 |
| premium | $4.70 | $35.28 | $70.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $42.08 | $84.16 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 66.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 57.2 | 0 | $20.01 | $9.15 |
| Efficient EV | 47.7 | 0 | $16.68 | $7.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 76.2 | 0 | $26.68 | $12.20 |
Gas CO2
67 kg
EV CO2
22 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
Charleston, SC
Morning in Charleston on Wednesday
Local time
6:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Mostly Clear
SW 3 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
74°F
Belmont, NC
95 mi in
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
3h 38m 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 Woodruff, SC to Charleston, SC covers 190.6 miles and takes about 3h 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 26, Cross Anchor Road, Meeting 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 95.3 miles from Woodruff, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $29.81 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h 38m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 6.6 miles (I 26): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 76.1 miles (I 26): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 188.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Woodruff, SC to Charleston, SC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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