Hilton Head Island to Myrtle Beach: Road Trip Guide & Distance

148.5 miles 239 km · straight line
185.7 miles estimated 298.8 km · driving distance
3h 44min estimated drive time
$18 - $22 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
46° NE bearing direction

How far is Hilton Head Island from Myrtle Beach?

The distance from Hilton Head Island to Myrtle Beach is 148.5 miles (239 km) as the crow flies. Myrtle Beach is located NE of Hilton Head Island. By car, the driving distance is approximately 185.7 miles, taking about 3h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. 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. 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 Hilton Head Island 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 Hilton Head Island to Myrtle Beach

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 44min $18 - $22 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 29min $15–$28* Budget
Train ~3h 33min $22–$65* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hilton Head Island & Myrtle Beach

Quick Facts

Hilton Head Island
32.22°N, 80.75°W
America/New_York
3m 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 50 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 167.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients