Statesboro to Sumter: Road Trip Guide & Distance

131.5 miles 211.6 km · straight line
164.4 miles estimated 264.5 km · driving distance
3h 18min estimated drive time
$16 - $19 estimated fuel cost
~46min flight time
39° NE bearing direction

How far is Statesboro from Sumter?

The distance from Statesboro to Sumter is 131.5 miles (211.6 km) as the crow flies. Sumter is located NE of Statesboro. By car, the driving distance is approximately 164.4 miles, taking about 3h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. Both are located in United States — Statesboro in Georgia and Sumter in South Carolina.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Statesboro and Sumter. 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.

How to Get from Statesboro to Sumter

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 18min $16 - $19 Flexible stops
Fly ~46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 58min $13–$25* Budget
Train ~3h 8min $20–$58* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Statesboro & Sumter

Quick Facts

Statesboro
32.45°N, 81.78°W
America/New_York
77m elevation
Sumter
33.92°N, 80.34°W
America/New_York
52m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 44 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 189.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients