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

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

The distance from Columbia, South Carolina to Hilton Head Island is 124.3 miles (200.1 km) as the crow flies. Hilton Head Island is located S of Columbia, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 155.4 miles, taking about 3h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. Both are located in United States.

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. 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 Columbia, 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.