Hilton Head Island to Jacksonville, Florida: Road Trip Guide & Distance

140.7 miles 226.4 km · straight line
175.8 miles estimated 283 km · driving distance
3h 32min estimated drive time
$17 - $21 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
203° SSW bearing direction

How far is Hilton Head Island from Jacksonville, Florida?

The distance from Hilton Head Island to Jacksonville, Florida is 140.7 miles (226.4 km) as the crow flies. Jacksonville, Florida is located SSW of Hilton Head Island. By car, the driving distance is approximately 175.8 miles, taking about 3h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United States — Hilton Head Island in South Carolina and Jacksonville, Florida in Florida.

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. 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 Hilton Head Island and Jacksonville, Florida. 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 Hilton Head Island to Jacksonville, Florida

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 32min $17 - $21 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 14min $14–$26* Budget
Train ~3h 21min $21–$62* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hilton Head Island & Jacksonville, Florida

Quick Facts

Hilton Head Island
32.22°N, 80.75°W
America/New_York
3m elevation
Jacksonville, Florida
30.33°N, 81.66°W
America/New_York
12m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 47 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 177 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients