Chattanooga to Hilton Head Island: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Chattanooga from Hilton Head Island?

The distance from Chattanooga to Hilton Head Island is 327 miles (526.2 km) as the crow flies. Hilton Head Island is located SE of Chattanooga. By car, the driving distance is approximately 392.3 miles, taking about 7h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 9min. Both are located in United States — Chattanooga in Tennessee and Hilton Head Island in South Carolina.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Chattanooga 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.