Myrtle Beach to Roanoke: Road Trip Guide & Distance

254.5 miles 409.6 km · straight line
318.1 miles estimated 512 km · driving distance
6h 24min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
347° NNW bearing direction

How far is Myrtle Beach from Roanoke?

The distance from Myrtle Beach to Roanoke is 254.5 miles (409.6 km) as the crow flies. Roanoke is located NNW of Myrtle Beach. By car, the driving distance is approximately 318.1 miles, taking about 6h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Myrtle Beach in South Carolina and Roanoke in Virginia.

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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Myrtle Beach and Roanoke. 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 Myrtle Beach to Roanoke

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 24min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 41min $25–$48* Budget
Train ~6h 5min $38–$111* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Myrtle Beach & Roanoke

Quick Facts

Myrtle Beach
33.69°N, 78.89°W
America/New_York
8m elevation
Roanoke
37.27°N, 79.94°W
America/New_York
285m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 85 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 97.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients