Origin
Yemassee, SC
Morning in Yemassee on Saturday
Local time
10:06 AM
EDT
Current temp
87°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Yemassee, SC to Charleston, SC
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 33m
Distance
65.4 mi
105 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 26m
★
6 AM
1h 33m
8 AM
1h 47m
10 AM
1h 38m
12 PM
1h 37m
3 PM
1h 39m
5 PM
1h 47m
8 PM
1h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Yemassee, SC
Connor Scott McManus
Trip Overview
The drive from Yemassee, SC to Charleston, SC covers 65.4 miles and takes about 1h 33m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Savannah Highway, Ace Basin Parkway, Trask Parkway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 29.7 miles on Savannah Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.23 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.
Midpoint
32.7 miles from Yemassee, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 44m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 33m. Total distance: 65.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (51%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
The drive from Yemassee, SC to Charleston, SC covers 65.4 miles and takes about 1h 33m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Savannah Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 29.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near SC 68 / Connelly Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Yemassee, SC to Charleston, SC is easy. At 1h 33m with 51% 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 (SC 68 / Connelly Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.4 miles (US 17 Alt; US 21): Navigation decision point; at 4.2 miles (US 17; US 21 / Trask Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
SC 68 / Connelly Street
Turn sharp left onto SC 68 / Connelly Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
3
0.4 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 17 Alt; US 21
Turn right onto US 17 Alt; US 21
Navigation decision point
3
4.2 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
US 17; US 21 / Trask Parkway
Merge onto US 17; US 21 / Trask Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining
3
63.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 28m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
63.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 28m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Savannah Highway | 29.7 mi | 43m |
| Ace Basin Parkway | 17.1 mi | 22m |
| Trask Parkway | 12.4 mi | 16m |
| US 17 Alt | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| Lockwood Drive | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Broad Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Connelly Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Yemassee Highway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Savannah Highway
— 29.7 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Yemassee, SC and Charleston, SC.
1
Start on Yemassee Highway
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Yemassee Highway
2
Turn sharp left onto SC 68
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Connelly Street
3
Turn right onto US 17 Alt; US 21
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
US 17 Alt; US 21
4
Merge onto US 17; US 21
12 mi
·
16 min
·
Trask Parkway
5
Continue on US 17
17 mi
·
22 min
·
Ace Basin Parkway
6
Continue on US 17
30 mi
·
43 min
·
Savannah Highway
7
Take the exit
441 ft
·
12 sec
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
9
Turn straight onto Lockwood Drive
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Lockwood Drive
10
Continue on Broad Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Broad Street
Use the straight lane.
11
Arrive at destination
Broad Street
Trip Plan
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 32.7 miles from Yemassee, SC, or about 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 29.7 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 14 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 32.7 miles or 44m 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 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Charleston, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Yemassee, SC so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Yemassee, SC
This is one driving day of about 65.4 miles and 1h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from Yemassee, SC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Savannah Highway for about 29.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32.7 mi from Yemassee, SC · 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.7 miles from Yemassee, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.23 one way
$20.45 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $11.18 | $22.36 |
| premium | $4.70 | $12.10 | $24.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.44 | $28.88 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.6 | 0 | $6.87 | $3.14 |
| Efficient EV | 16.4 | 0 | $5.72 | $2.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.2 | 0 | $9.16 | $4.19 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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 Saturday
Local time
10:06 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°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
29 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
1h 33m 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 Yemassee, SC to Charleston, SC covers 65.4 miles and takes about 1h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Savannah Highway, Ace Basin Parkway, Trask Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 32.7 miles from Yemassee, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.23 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 Yemassee, SC to Charleston, SC is easy. At 1h 33m with 51% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (SC 68 / Connelly Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.4 miles (US 17 Alt; US 21): Navigation decision point; at 4.2 miles (US 17; US 21 / Trask Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining.
The route from Yemassee, SC to Charleston, 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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