Origin
Dillon, SC
Evening in Dillon on Sunday
Local time
7:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dillon, SC to Myrtle Beach, SC
Drive Time
1h 28m
Distance
67.3 mi
108 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 22m
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6 AM
1h 29m
8 AM
1h 42m
10 AM
1h 34m
12 PM
1h 32m
3 PM
1h 34m
5 PM
1h 42m
8 PM
1h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dillon, SC
Franco Monsalvo
Myrtle Beach, SC
Junior Bastos
Trip Overview
If you are looking to get from Dillon to the coast, this 67.3-mile trip is a straightforward and efficient journey across South Carolina. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 28 minutes behind the wheel, making it an easy day trip that requires no overnight stops. With a fuel budget of approximately $11, this route is as budget-friendly as it is convenient for a quick getaway. You will stay entirely within the Southeast region, moving from the inland landscape toward the popular Myrtle Beach shoreline. Because the route is short and focused, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule to hit the road whenever it best suits your plans.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
33.6 miles from Dillon, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 42m into the drive .
Drive Character
This drive is heavily highway-focused, with 99% of your time spent on major thoroughfares like US 501 and US 301. The experience is defined by a consistent pace, allowing you to cover the distance without the frustration of constant stop-and-go traffic on local side streets. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch along US 501 Business, which spans 41.6 miles of the journey. While you should expect a fairly uniform driving experience throughout the hour-and-a-half trip, the transition from inland South Carolina toward the coast is steady and predictable. It is a no-nonsense route designed to get you to your destination as efficiently as possible.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 501 Business is the longest continuous segment at about 41.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 501 Business and US 501. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 10.1 miles in near US 501.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 67.3 miles you will encounter 8 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 10.1 miles (US 501): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 22.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 66.9 miles (US 17 Business / North Kings Highway): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
10.1 mi into trip
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~12m in
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US 501
Keep slight left at fork onto US 501
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
22.8 mi into trip
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~27m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
66.9 mi into trip
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~1h 27m in
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US 17 Business / North Kings Highway
Turn right onto US 17 Business / North Kings Highway
Navigation decision point
5
67.2 mi into trip
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~1h 28m in
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5th Avenue North
Turn left onto 5th Avenue North
Navigation decision point
5
67.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 28m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 501 Business | 41.6 mi | 55m |
| US 501 | 14.8 mi | 19m |
| US 301 | 10.1 mi | 12m |
| North Kings Highway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| 8th Avenue North | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 5th Avenue North | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 501 Business
— 41.6 mi, about 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dillon, SC and Myrtle Beach, SC.
1
Start on US 301; US 501
10 mi
·
12 min
·
US 301; US 501
2
Keep slight left at fork onto US 501
13 mi
·
15 min
·
US 501
3
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
4
Keep slight left at fork
129 ft
·
5 sec
5
Turn left onto US 501 Business
42 mi
·
55 min
·
US 501 Business
Use the none lane.
6
Turn straight onto US 501
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
US 501
Use the none / straight / right lanes.
7
Turn slight right onto 8th Avenue North
248 ft
·
14 sec
·
8th Avenue North
8
Turn right onto US 17 Business
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
North Kings Highway
9
Turn left onto 5th Avenue North
198 ft
·
11 sec
·
5th Avenue North
10
Turn right
196 ft
·
14 sec
11
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have the advantage of being able to depart whenever you like without worrying about fatigue. You will not need to plan for any formal stops along the way, as the 67.3-mile distance is easily manageable in a single stint. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Dillon, as the $11 estimate assumes you are starting with a full tank for the trek. Because you will be navigating US 501 and US 301 for the vast majority of the drive, stay alert for changes in speed limits as you move through different municipalities. Taking advantage of the route's simplicity allows you to spend more time at your destination rather than planning complex logistics for the road.
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 33.6 miles from Dillon, SC, or about 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 41.6 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 67.3 miles or 1h 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.6 miles or 42m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 13m
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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Open the route before leaving Dillon, SC so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Dillon, SC
This is one driving day of about 67.3 miles and 1h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Dillon, SC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on US 501 Business for about 41.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.6 mi from Dillon, SC · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 67.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.6 miles from Dillon, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Myrtle Beach, SC
The final approach into Myrtle Beach, 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 Myrtle Beach, 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
$10.77 one way
$21.54 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $11.74 | $23.47 |
| premium | $4.78 | $12.66 | $25.32 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $14.95 | $29.90 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.2 | 0 | $7.07 | $3.23 |
| Efficient EV | 16.8 | 0 | $5.89 | $2.69 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.9 | 0 | $9.42 | $4.31 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Destination
Myrtle Beach, SC
Evening in Myrtle Beach on Sunday
Local time
7:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°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
25 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
1h 28m 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 Dillon, SC to Myrtle Beach, SC covers 67.3 miles and takes about 1h 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 501 Business, US 501, US 301. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.6 miles from Dillon, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.77 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 67.3 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 10.1 miles (US 501): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 22.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 66.9 miles (US 17 Business / North Kings Highway): Navigation decision point.
The route from Dillon, SC to Myrtle Beach, SC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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