Charleston, South Carolina to Summerville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Charleston, South Carolina from Summerville?

The distance from Charleston, South Carolina to Summerville is 21.9 miles (35.3 km) as the crow flies. Summerville is located NW of Charleston, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 28.5 miles, taking about 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 33min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Charleston, South Carolina and Summerville. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.