Hickory to Myrtle Beach: Road Trip Guide & Distance

198.4 miles 319.3 km · straight line
248 miles estimated 399.1 km · driving distance
4h 59min estimated drive time
$24 - $29 estimated fuel cost
~54min flight time
135° SE bearing direction

How far is Hickory from Myrtle Beach?

The distance from Hickory to Myrtle Beach is 198.4 miles (319.3 km) as the crow flies. Myrtle Beach is located SE of Hickory. By car, the driving distance is approximately 248 miles, taking about 4h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Both are located in United States — Hickory in North Carolina and Myrtle Beach 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Hickory and Myrtle Beach. 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 Hickory to Myrtle Beach

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 59min $24 - $29 Flexible stops
Fly ~54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 59min $20–$37* Budget
Train ~4h 44min $30–$87* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hickory & Myrtle Beach

Quick Facts

Hickory
35.73°N, 81.34°W
America/New_York
350m elevation
Myrtle Beach
33.69°N, 78.89°W
America/New_York
8m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 66 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 125.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients