Trip from Blackville, SC to Hilton Head Island, SC

Drive Time

2h 39m

Distance

111.3 mi

179 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$18

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 31 min

4 AM

2h 29m ★

6 AM

2h 39m

8 AM

3h 0m

10 AM

2h 47m

12 PM

2h 44m

3 PM

2h 48m

5 PM

2h 59m

8 PM

2h 33m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Blackville, SC

Kelly

Hilton Head Island, SC

Scott Platt

Trip Overview

Traveling from Blackville to Hilton Head Island covers 111.3 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 39 minutes. Because this journey is well within the range of a single day, you can easily complete it in one trip without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via Grays Highway, Carolina Highway, and Coosaw Scenic Drive as you transition through the Southeast region. Expect to budget approximately $18 for fuel to make the trek. This route is a straightforward local drive that prioritizes backroads over major interstates, making it a manageable option for anyone looking to reach the coast efficiently.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

55.7 miles from Blackville, SC

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 17m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate grind, as only 7% of this route consists of highway travel. The road requires your full attention as you navigate through the heart of the region. You will find your longest uninterrupted stretch on Grays Highway, which spans 17.3 miles before the road profile shifts again. Because you are avoiding major highways for the vast majority of the 111.3-mile trip, the pace remains steady and demands a more engaged driving style. It is a practical alternative for those who prefer local roads over the high-speed, repetitive nature of typical highway travel.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Grays Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 17.3 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near US 78 / Dexter Street.

Route Complexity 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 111.3 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (US 78 / Dexter Street): Navigation decision point; at 8.4 miles (US 321; SC 70 / Carolina Highway): Navigation decision point; at 49.2 miles (US 278 / Grays Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 15 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0.3 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 78 / Dexter Street

Turn left onto US 78 / Dexter Street

Navigation decision point

8.4 mi into trip | ~12m in | US 321; SC 70 / Carolina Highway

Turn right onto US 321; SC 70 / Carolina Highway

Navigation decision point

49.2 mi into trip | ~1h 7m in | US 278 / Grays Highway

Keep slight right at fork onto US 278 / Grays Highway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

70.4 mi into trip | ~1h 40m in | SC 462 / West Frontage Road

Turn right onto SC 462 / West Frontage Road

Navigation decision point

106.1 mi into trip | ~2h 29m in | US 278 / Cross Island Parkway

Keep slight left at fork onto US 278 / Cross Island Parkway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Grays Highway	17.3 mi	25m
Carolina Highway	15.1 mi	17m
Coosaw Scenic Drive	9.7 mi	13m
Fording Island Road	9.3 mi	12m
Bufords Bridge Highway	9 mi	13m
Lowcountry Drive	7.9 mi	10m
Augusta Highway	6.6 mi	9m
Heritage Highway	4.6 mi	6m

Longest stretch: Grays Highway — 17.3 mi, about 25m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Blackville, SC and Hilton Head Island, SC.

Start on SC 3

0.3 mi · 41 sec · Solomon Blatt Avenue

Turn left onto US 78

1.9 mi · 2 min · Dexter Street

Continue on US 78

1.6 mi · 2 min · Highway 78

Continue on US 78

4.6 mi · 6 min · Heritage Highway

Turn right onto US 321; SC 70

15 mi · 17 min · Carolina Highway

Merge onto US 301; US 321

1.9 mi · 2 min · Main Highway

Continue on US 321

9.0 mi · 13 min · Bufords Bridge Highway

Continue on US 321

1.0 mi · 1 min · Hampton Avenue

Turn left onto US 278

1.1 mi · 1 min · Allendale-Hampton Highway

Continue on US 278

1.8 mi · 2 min · Augusta Highway

Continue on US 278

1.4 mi · 2 min · Railroad Avenue Southwest

Continue on US 278

3.7 mi · 5 min · Augusta Highway

Continue on US 278

2.7 mi · 4 min · Elm Street West

Continue on US 278

2.1 mi · 3 min · West Carolina Avenue

Continue on US 278

1.1 mi · 1 min · Augusta Highway

Keep slight right at fork onto US 278

17 mi · 25 min · Grays Highway

Turn left onto SC 462

4.0 mi · 7 min · Morgandollar Road

Turn right onto SC 462

0.6 mi · 1 min · West Frontage Road

Turn left onto SC 462

9.7 mi · 13 min · Coosaw Scenic Drive

Continue on SC 462

7.9 mi · 10 min · Lowcountry Drive

Turn right onto SC 170

4.2 mi · 4 min · Okatie Highway

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 37 sec

Merge onto US 278

9.3 mi · 12 min · Fording Island Road

Continue on US 278

3.8 mi · 4 min · William Hilton Parkway

Use the none lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto US 278

2.4 mi · 2 min · Cross Island Parkway

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 59 sec

Turn left onto Marshland Road

2.3 mi · 5 min · Marshland Road

Turn right onto Allen Road

0.2 mi · 38 sec · Allen Road

Arrive at destination

Allen Road

Trip Plan

Since the trip duration is under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time based on your preferred arrival. We recommend building in at least one stop to break up the drive, especially given the turn-heavy nature of the local roads. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge early in the trip, as the $18 estimated cost is based on steady driving conditions. Because you are primarily utilizing local routes like Coosaw Scenic Drive, stay alert for changes in speed limits and road conditions that occur more frequently than on standard interstates. Taking this approach ensures you arrive at Hilton Head Island refreshed and ready to enjoy your destination.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 55.7 miles from Blackville, SC, or about 1h 17m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 17.3 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 80 miles or 1h 54m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 55.7 miles or 1h 17m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 9m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hilton Head Island, SC than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Blackville, SC so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Blackville, SC

This is one driving day of about 111.3 miles and 2h 39m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Blackville, SC.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on Grays Highway for about 17.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 55.7 mi from Blackville, SC · 1h 17m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Charleston, SC

56 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Charleston, SC

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Charleston, SC

Meal break

The midpoint is around 55.7 miles from Blackville, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Hilton Head Island, SC

The final approach into Hilton Head Island, SC usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Hilton Head Island, SC.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$17.81 one way

$35.62 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 39 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.43	$19.41	$38.81
premium	$4.78	$20.94	$41.87
diesel	$5.64	$24.73	$49.45

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$18

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$43–$68

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 38.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	33.4	$11.69	$5.34
Efficient EV	27.8	$9.74	$4.45
EV Truck/SUV	44.5	$15.58	$7.12

Gas CO2

39 kg

EV CO2

13 kg (67% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Blackville, SC

Evening in Blackville on Sunday

Local time

5:29 PM

EDT

Current temp

60°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Hilton Head Island, SC

Evening in Hilton Head Island on Sunday

Local time

5:29 PM

EDT

Current temp

66°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

6 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

2h 39m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Blackville, SC to Hilton Head Island, SC covers 111.3 miles and takes about 2h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Grays Highway, Carolina Highway, Coosaw Scenic Drive. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 55.7 miles from Blackville, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.81 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

The route from Blackville, SC to Hilton Head Island, SC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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Trip from Blackville, SC to Hilton Head Island, SC

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Hilton Head Island, SC

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Blackville, SC

Hilton Head Island, SC

Same local time

6 degrees warmer at arrival

2h 39m on the road

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