Jekyll Island to Sumter: Road Trip Guide & Distance

207.7 miles 334.3 km · straight line
259.7 miles estimated 417.9 km · driving distance
5h 13min estimated drive time
$25 - $31 estimated fuel cost
~55min flight time
17° NNE bearing direction

How far is Jekyll Island from Sumter?

The distance from Jekyll Island to Sumter is 207.7 miles (334.3 km) as the crow flies. Sumter is located NNE of Jekyll Island. By car, the driving distance is approximately 259.7 miles, taking about 5h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. Both are located in United States — Jekyll Island in Georgia and Sumter 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Jekyll Island and Sumter. 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 Jekyll Island to Sumter

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 13min $25 - $31 Flexible stops
Fly ~55min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 16min $21–$39* Budget
Train ~4h 57min $31–$91* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Jekyll Island & Sumter

Quick Facts

Jekyll Island
31.06°N, 81.42°W
America/New_York
2m elevation
Sumter
33.92°N, 80.34°W
America/New_York
52m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 69 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 119.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients