Charleston, South Carolina to Hilton Head Island: Road Trip Guide & Distance

61.6 miles 99.1 km · straight line
80 miles estimated 128.8 km · driving distance
1h 37min estimated drive time
$8 - $9 estimated fuel cost
~37min flight time · usually no direct flights
231° SW bearing direction

How far is Charleston, South Carolina from Hilton Head Island?

The distance from Charleston, South Carolina to Hilton Head Island is 61.6 miles (99.1 km) as the crow flies. Hilton Head Island is located SW of Charleston, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 80 miles, taking about 1h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 37min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 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 Charleston, South Carolina to Hilton Head Island

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 37min $8 - $9 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 56min $6–$12* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Charleston, South Carolina & Hilton Head Island

Quick Facts

Charleston, South Carolina
32.78°N, 79.93°W
America/New_York
6m 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 21 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 404.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients