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

14.7 miles 23.6 km · straight line
19.1 miles estimated 30.7 km · driving distance
23min estimated drive time
$2 - $2 estimated fuel cost
~32min flight time · usually no direct flights
218° SW bearing direction

How far is Charleston, South Carolina from Kiawah Island?

The distance from Charleston, South Carolina to Kiawah Island is 14.7 miles (23.6 km) as the crow flies. Kiawah Island is located SW of Charleston, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 19.1 miles, taking about 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 32min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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 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 Charleston, South Carolina to Kiawah Island

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 23min $2 - $2 Flexible stops

Quick Facts

Charleston, South Carolina
32.78°N, 79.93°W
America/New_York
6m 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 5 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 1 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients