Sumter to Tybee Island: Road Trip Guide & Distance

135.8 miles 218.6 km · straight line
169.8 miles estimated 273.3 km · driving distance
3h 25min estimated drive time
$16 - $20 estimated fuel cost
~46min flight time
193° SSW bearing direction

How far is Sumter from Tybee Island?

The distance from Sumter to Tybee Island is 135.8 miles (218.6 km) as the crow flies. Tybee Island is located SSW of Sumter. By car, the driving distance is approximately 169.8 miles, taking about 3h 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. Both are located in United States — Sumter in South Carolina and Tybee Island in Georgia.

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. 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 Sumter and Tybee Island. 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 Sumter to Tybee Island

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 25min $16 - $20 Flexible stops
Fly ~46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 6min $14–$25* Budget
Train ~3h 15min $20–$59* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Sumter & Tybee Island

Quick Facts

Sumter
33.92°N, 80.34°W
America/New_York
52m elevation
Tybee Island
32.00°N, 80.85°W
America/New_York
2m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 45 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 183.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients