Atlanta to Myrtle Beach: Road Trip Guide & Distance

316.2 miles 508.8 km · straight line
358.3 miles actual route 576.7 km · driving distance
6h 55min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 8min flight time
89° E bearing direction

How far is Atlanta from Myrtle Beach?

The distance from Atlanta to Myrtle Beach is 316.2 miles (508.8 km) as the crow flies. Myrtle Beach is located E of Atlanta. By car, the driving distance is approximately 358.3 miles, taking about 6h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 8min. Both are located in United States — Atlanta in Georgia and Myrtle Beach 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 Myrtle Beach. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. 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 Myrtle Beach

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 55min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 8min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 18min $29–$54* Budget
Train ~6h 34min $43–$125* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Atlanta & Myrtle Beach

Quick Facts

Atlanta
33.75°N, 84.39°W
America/New_York
320m elevation
Myrtle Beach
33.69°N, 78.89°W
America/New_York
8m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 105 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 26 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 78.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM