Hilton Head Island to New Bern: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Hilton Head Island from New Bern?

The distance from Hilton Head Island to New Bern is 292.2 miles (470.3 km) as the crow flies. New Bern is located NE of Hilton Head Island. By car, the driving distance is approximately 365.3 miles, taking about 7h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States — Hilton Head Island in South Carolina and New Bern in North Carolina.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

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