Origin
Cool Spring, SC
Evening in Cool Spring on Wednesday
Local time
7:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
89°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cool Spring, SC to Myrtle Beach, SC
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
44m
Distance
28.7 mi
46 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 41m
★
6 AM
0h 45m
8 AM
0h 52m
10 AM
0h 48m
12 PM
0h 47m
3 PM
0h 48m
5 PM
0h 52m
8 PM
0h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cool Spring, SC
Ravi Roshan
Myrtle Beach, SC
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Trip Overview
The drive from Cool Spring, SC to Myrtle Beach, SC covers 28.7 miles and takes about 44m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 501, Horry Road, Salem Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 23.2 miles on US 501. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.49 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
14.4 miles from Cool Spring, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 21m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 44m highway drive covering 28.7 miles, with most of the trip on US 501 and Horry Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 23.2 miles on US 501.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 501 is the longest continuous segment at about 23.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 501 and Horry Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 3 miles in near Horry Road.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 44m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3 miles (Horry Road): Navigation decision point; at 5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 5.2 miles (US 501): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
3 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
Horry Road
At end of road, turn right onto Horry Road
Navigation decision point
5
5 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
6
5.2 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
US 501
Turn right onto US 501
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
28.4 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
US 17 Business / North Kings Highway
Turn right onto US 17 Business / North Kings Highway
Navigation decision point
5
28.7 mi into trip
|
~44m in
|
5th Avenue North
Turn left onto 5th Avenue North
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 501 | 23.2 mi | 35m |
| Horry Road | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Salem Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| SC 319 | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| North Kings Highway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Lela J Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Brunson Spring Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| 8th Avenue North | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 501
— 23.2 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cool Spring, SC and Myrtle Beach, SC.
1
Start on Lela J Drive
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Lela J Drive
2
Turn straight onto SC 319
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
SC 319
3
Turn right onto Salem Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Salem Road
4
At end of road, turn right onto Horry Road
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Horry Road
5
Continue on Brunson Spring Road
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Brunson Spring Road
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
7
Turn right onto US 501
21 mi
·
31 min
·
US 501
Use the left lane.
8
Turn straight onto US 501
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
US 501
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Turn slight right onto 8th Avenue North
248 ft
·
14 sec
·
8th Avenue North
10
Turn right onto US 17 Business
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
North Kings Highway
11
Turn left onto 5th Avenue North
198 ft
·
11 sec
·
5th Avenue North
12
Turn right
196 ft
·
14 sec
13
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 14.4 miles from Cool Spring, SC, or about 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 23.2 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 28.7 miles or 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 14.4 miles or 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Myrtle Beach, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Cool Spring, SC.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Cool Spring, SC
This is one driving day of about 28.7 miles and 44m.
At 28.7 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on US 501 for about 23.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 14.4 mi from Cool Spring, SC · 21m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 28.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 14.4 miles from Cool Spring, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Myrtle Beach, SC
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Myrtle Beach, SC if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.49 one way
$8.98 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $4.91 | $9.81 |
| premium | $4.70 | $5.31 | $10.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.34 | $12.67 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.01 | $1.38 |
| Efficient EV | 7.2 | 0 | $2.51 | $1.15 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.5 | 0 | $4.02 | $1.84 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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.
Destination
Myrtle Beach, SC
Evening in Myrtle Beach on Wednesday
Local time
7:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
31 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
44m 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 Cool Spring, SC to Myrtle Beach, SC covers 28.7 miles and takes about 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 501, Horry Road, Salem Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 14.4 miles from Cool Spring, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.49 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.
This is a straightforward 44m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 3 miles (Horry Road): Navigation decision point; at 5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 5.2 miles (US 501): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Cool Spring, SC to Myrtle Beach, SC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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