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Trip from Hilton Head Island, SC to Holly Hill, SC

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 14m

Distance

106.3 mi

171 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$17

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 28 min
4 AM
2h 5m ★
6 AM
2h 15m
8 AM
2h 33m
10 AM
2h 21m
12 PM
2h 19m
3 PM
2h 22m
5 PM
2h 32m
8 PM
2h 9m

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

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Trip Overview

The drive from Hilton Head Island, SC to Holly Hill, SC covers 106.3 miles and takes about 2h 14m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 95, Coosaw Scenic Drive, Fording Island Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 53.4 miles on I 95. At current regular gas prices, budget about $16.62 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.

Midpoint

53.2 miles from Hilton Head Island, SC

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 11m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 95 53.4 mi 57m
Coosaw Scenic Drive 9.4 mi 12m
Fording Island Road 9 mi 13m
Lowcountry Drive 7.9 mi 10m
US 15 6 mi 8m
Okatie Highway 3.9 mi 4m
William Hilton Parkway 3.9 mi 4m
Charleston Highway 2.6 mi 3m
Longest stretch: I 95 — 53.4 mi, about 57m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Allen Road

0.2 mi · 41 sec · Allen Road
2

Turn left onto Marshland Road

2.2 mi · 5 min · Marshland Road
3

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 53 sec
4

Merge onto US 278

2.3 mi · 2 min · Cross Island Parkway
5

Merge onto US 278

3.9 mi · 4 min · William Hilton Parkway
6

Continue on US 278

9.0 mi · 13 min · Fording Island Road
7

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 39 sec
8

Keep slight right at fork

147 ft · 4 sec
9

Merge onto SC 170

3.9 mi · 4 min · Okatie Highway
10

Take the exit

488 ft · 13 sec
11

Continue on SC 462

7.9 mi · 10 min · Lowcountry Drive
12

Continue on SC 462

9.4 mi · 12 min · Coosaw Scenic Drive
13

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 35 sec
Toward I 95 North, US 17 North: Florence
14

Merge onto I 95; US 17

53 mi · 57 min · I 95; US 17
15

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 36 sec
Toward US 178: Harleyville, Bowman
16

Turn right onto US 178

2.6 mi · 3 min · Charleston Highway
17

Turn left onto US 15

6.0 mi · 8 min · US 15
18

Turn slight right onto SC 314

2.6 mi · 4 min · Bunch Ford Road
19

Turn right onto US 176

1.7 mi · 2 min · Old State Road
20

Arrive at destination

US 176

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 53.2 miles from Hilton Head Island, SC, or about 1h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 53.4 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 23 miles or 33m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 53.2 miles or 1h 11m 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 47m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Holly Hill, SC than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Hilton Head Island, 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 Hilton Head Island, SC

This is one driving day of about 106.3 miles and 2h 14m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Hilton Head Island, SC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 53.4 miles.

Where to Stop

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

town in South Carolina, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Ridgeland, SC

53 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

Ridgeland, SC

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Ridgeland, SC

Meal break

The midpoint is around 53.2 miles from Hilton Head Island, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 13

5 decision points cluster between mile 2.4 and 96.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
2.4 mi into trip | ~6m in

Take the ramp

Navigation decision point

5
18.2 mi into trip | ~27m in

Keep slight right at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

4
39.5 mi into trip | ~56m in

Take the ramp toward I 95 North, US 17 North: Florence

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 95 North, US 17 North: Florence
5
93.2 mi into trip | ~1h 54m in

Take the exit toward US 178: Harleyville, Bowman

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 178: Harleyville, Bowman
4
96.1 mi into trip | ~1h 58m in | US 15

Turn left onto US 15

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$16.62 one way

$33.25 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 37 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $18.18 $36.35
premium $4.70 $19.67 $39.35
diesel $5.61 $23.47 $46.94

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$17

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$42–$67

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 37.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 31.9 0 $11.16 $5.10
Efficient EV 26.6 0 $9.30 $4.25
EV Truck/SUV 42.5 0 $14.88 $6.80

Gas CO2

37 kg

EV CO2

12 kg (68% 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 as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

Hilton Head Island, SC

Afternoon in Hilton Head Island on Saturday

Local time

3:15 PM

EDT

Current temp

80°F

Sunny

S 10 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Beach Hazards Statement

Beach Hazards Statement issued April 16 at 2:47AM EDT until April 16 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC

Destination

Holly Hill, SC

Afternoon in Holly Hill on Saturday

Local time

3:15 PM

EDT

Current temp

77°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

52°F

Ridgeland, SC

53 mi in

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

3 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

2h 14m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

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

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Reconstruction Era National Historical Park

Reconstruction Era National Historical Park

National Historical Park

The Reconstruction era,1861-1900 the historic period in which the United States grappled with the question of how to integrate millions of newly freed African Americans into social, political, economi...

14 mi from route ~34 min detour Free near mile 7.3
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

106.3 mi in 2h 14m, mostly highway — 53.4 mi of that is on I 95.

62% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 53.4 mi on I 95.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Coosaw Scenic Drive. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.4 miles in.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 106.3 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 2.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 18.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 39.5 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Hilton Head Island, SC to Holly Hill, SC, road signs begin pointing toward Bowman along the way.

Bowman

93.2 mi in | ~1h 54m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 14m. Total distance: 106.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (62%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 53.4 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Holly Hill, SC before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 2.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 18.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 39.5 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes — Reconstruction Era National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Holly Hill, SC before heading back.

How this page is built

Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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