Hilton Head Island to Merritt Island: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Hilton Head Island from Merritt Island?

The distance from Hilton Head Island to Merritt Island is 266.6 miles (429 km) as the crow flies. Merritt Island is located S of Hilton Head Island. By car, the driving distance is approximately 333.2 miles, taking about 6h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Hilton Head Island in South Carolina and Merritt Island 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Hilton Head Island and Merritt 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.