Jekyll Island to Summerville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Jekyll Island from Summerville?

The distance from Jekyll Island to Summerville is 154 miles (247.8 km) as the crow flies. Summerville is located NNE of Jekyll Island. By car, the driving distance is approximately 192.5 miles, taking about 3h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in United States — Jekyll Island in Georgia and Summerville in South Carolina.

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 Jekyll Island and Summerville. 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.