Myrtle Beach to Raleigh: Road Trip Guide & Distance

145.2 miles 233.6 km · straight line
185.9 miles actual route 299.1 km · driving distance
3h 47min estimated drive time
$18 - $22 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
N bearing direction

How far is Myrtle Beach from Raleigh?

The distance from Myrtle Beach to Raleigh is 145.2 miles (233.6 km) as the crow flies. Raleigh is located N of Myrtle Beach. By car, the driving distance is approximately 185.9 miles, taking about 3h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United States — Myrtle Beach in South Carolina and Raleigh in North 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. 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 Myrtle Beach and Raleigh. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Myrtle Beach to Raleigh

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 47min $18 - $22 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 32min $15–$28* Budget
Train ~3h 36min $22–$65* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Myrtle Beach & Raleigh

Quick Facts

Myrtle Beach
33.69°N, 78.89°W
America/New_York
8m elevation
Raleigh
35.78°N, 78.64°W
America/New_York
96m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 48 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 171.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM