Auburn, Alabama to Hilton Head Island: Road Trip Guide & Distance

277.1 miles 446 km · straight line
346.4 miles estimated 557.5 km · driving distance
6h 58min estimated drive time
$33 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
94° E bearing direction

How far is Auburn, Alabama from Hilton Head Island?

The distance from Auburn, Alabama to Hilton Head Island is 277.1 miles (446 km) as the crow flies. Hilton Head Island is located E of Auburn, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 346.4 miles, taking about 6h 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Auburn, Alabama in Alabama and Hilton Head 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 Auburn, Alabama and Hilton Head 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 Auburn, Alabama to Hilton Head Island

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 58min $33 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 22min $28–$52* Budget
Train ~6h 37min $42–$121* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Auburn, Alabama & Hilton Head Island

Quick Facts

Auburn, Alabama
32.61°N, 85.48°W
America/Chicago
215m elevation
Hilton Head Island
32.22°N, 80.75°W
America/New_York
3m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 92 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 89.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients