Hilton Head Island to Outer Banks: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Hilton Head Island from Outer Banks?

The distance from Hilton Head Island to Outer Banks is 381 miles (613.2 km) as the crow flies. Outer Banks is located NE of Hilton Head Island. By car, the driving distance is approximately 457.2 miles, taking about 9h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 16min. Both are located in United States — Hilton Head Island in South Carolina and Outer Banks 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 Outer Banks. 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.