Atlanta to Kiawah Island: Road Trip Guide & Distance

261 miles 420.1 km · straight line
326.3 miles estimated 525.1 km · driving distance
6h 34min estimated drive time
$31 - $39 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
106° ESE bearing direction

How far is Atlanta from Kiawah Island?

The distance from Atlanta to Kiawah Island is 261 miles (420.1 km) as the crow flies. Kiawah Island is located ESE of Atlanta. By car, the driving distance is approximately 326.3 miles, taking about 6h 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Atlanta in Georgia and Kiawah Island 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Atlanta and Kiawah Island. 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 Atlanta to Kiawah Island

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 34min $31 - $39 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 53min $26–$49* Budget
Train ~6h 14min $39–$114* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Atlanta & Kiawah Island

Quick Facts

Atlanta
33.75°N, 84.39°W
America/New_York
320m elevation
Kiawah Island
32.61°N, 80.08°W
America/New_York
2m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 87 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 95.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients