Fayetteville, North Carolina to Hilton Head Island: Road Trip Guide & Distance

223.7 miles 360 km · straight line
279.6 miles estimated 450 km · driving distance
5h 38min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
209° SSW bearing direction

How far is Fayetteville, North Carolina from Hilton Head Island?

The distance from Fayetteville, North Carolina to Hilton Head Island is 223.7 miles (360 km) as the crow flies. Hilton Head Island is located SSW of Fayetteville, North Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 279.6 miles, taking about 5h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Fayetteville, North Carolina in North Carolina 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. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Fayetteville, North 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 Fayetteville, North Carolina to Hilton Head Island

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 38min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 46min $22–$42* Budget
Train ~5h 21min $34–$98* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Fayetteville, North Carolina & Hilton Head Island

Quick Facts

Fayetteville, North Carolina
35.05°N, 78.88°W
America/New_York
29m 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 75 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 111.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients