Origin
Hilton Head, SC
Evening in Hilton Head on Sunday
Local time
7:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hilton Head, SC to Belvedere, SC
Drive Time
3h 12m
Distance
151 mi
243 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 1m
★
6 AM
3h 13m
8 AM
3h 36m
10 AM
3h 21m
12 PM
3h 19m
3 PM
3h 22m
5 PM
3h 35m
8 PM
3h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hilton Head, SC
Colon Freld
Belvedere, SC
Daniel Sell
Trip Overview
Traveling from Hilton Head to Belvedere covers 151 miles and typically takes about 3 hours and 12 minutes to complete. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, as it doesn't require an overnight stay to manage the distance comfortably. You should plan for approximately $24 in fuel costs for the journey. The drive primarily utilizes GA 21, Main Street, and GA 56 to navigate through the Southeast. It functions as a highway-focused drive, making it a straightforward option if you are looking for efficiency rather than a slow-paced scenic tour. Whether you are headed toward Belvedere for business or a visit, the trip is manageable and predictable for most drivers.
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
75.5 miles from Hilton Head, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 30m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 62% of this 151-mile trek is spent on high-speed roads. You will encounter a variety of conditions, starting with a significant 44.2-mile uninterrupted stretch along GA 21, which serves as the longest portion of the drive. As you transition between the main arteries of GA 21, Main Street, and GA 56, the road personality shifts from open highway cruising to more localized travel. The consistency of the highway segments helps keep the drive time under three and a half hours, though you should remain attentive as the road infrastructure changes. Overall, it is a functional and direct path that prioritizes steady progress over technical maneuvering.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
GA 21 is the longest continuous segment at about 44.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on GA 21 and Main Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near US 278 / William Hilton Parkway.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 151 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 0.3 miles (US 278 / William Hilton Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 21.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 33 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 278 / William Hilton Parkway
Continue onto US 278 / William Hilton Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
21.2 mi into trip
|
~27m in
Take the exit toward I 95 South: Savannah
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 95 South: Savannah
6
33 mi into trip
|
~40m in
Take the exit toward GA 21, GA 30: Port Wentworth, Savannah
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 109
Toward GA 21, GA 30: Port Wentworth, Savannah
6
33.3 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Keep slight right at fork toward GA 21 North, GA 30 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward GA 21 North, GA 30 West
5
33.3 mi into trip
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~41m in
|
GA 21; GA 30; I 3 FUT / Augusta Road
Merge onto GA 21; GA 30; I 3 FUT / Augusta Road
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Hilton Head, SC to Belvedere, SC, road signs begin pointing toward Savannah along the way.
Savannah
33 mi in
|
~40m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| GA 21 | 44.2 mi | 50m |
| Main Street | 19.5 mi | 26m |
| GA 56 | 13.5 mi | 18m |
| I 95 | 11.4 mi | 12m |
| Fording Island Road | 10.9 mi | 15m |
| Millhaven Road | 7.5 mi | 10m |
| Independence Boulevard | 6.3 mi | 7m |
| Bobby Jones Expressway | 6.2 mi | 7m |
Longest stretch:
GA 21
— 44.2 mi, about 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hilton Head, SC and Belvedere, SC.
1
Start on US 278
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
William Hilton Parkway
2
Continue on US 278
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
William Hilton Parkway
Use the none lane.
3
Continue on US 278
11 mi
·
15 min
·
Fording Island Road
Use the none lane.
4
Continue on US 278
6.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Independence Boulevard
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward I 95 South: Savannah
6
Merge onto I 95
11 mi
·
12 min
·
I 95
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 109
Toward GA 21, GA 30: Port Wentworth, Savannah
8
Keep slight right at fork
270 ft
·
6 sec
Toward GA 21 North, GA 30 West
9
Merge onto GA 21; GA 30; I 3 FUT
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Augusta Road
Use the right lane.
10
Continue on GA 21; I 3 FUT
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
GA 21; I 3 FUT
Use the none lane.
11
Continue on GA 21; I 3 FUT
42 mi
·
48 min
·
GA 21; I 3 FUT
Use the none lane.
12
Turn right onto GA 21 Business
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
13
Continue on US 301 Business; GA 73; GA 21 Business
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
14
Turn slight left onto US 301 Business; GA 73
299 ft
·
6 sec
·
US 301 Business; GA 73
15
Turn right onto US 301; GA 73 Loop
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
US 301; GA 73 Loop
16
Take the exit onto GA 24
5.4 mi
·
7 min
·
GA 24
17
Turn right onto Millhaven Road
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Millhaven Road
18
Continue on Milhaven Road
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Milhaven Road
19
Turn straight onto Girard Millhaven Road
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Girard Millhaven Road
20
Continue on Millhaven Road
5.6 mi
·
7 min
·
Millhaven Road
21
Continue on GA 23
19 mi
·
26 min
·
Main Street
22
At end of road, turn right onto GA 56
13 mi
·
18 min
·
GA 56
23
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
24
Merge onto I 520
6.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Bobby Jones Expressway
25
Continue on I 520
4.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Palmetto Parkway
26
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Toward SC 126
27
Turn left onto SC 126
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Belvedere-Clearwater Road
28
Turn left onto Pineview Avenue
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
·
Pineview Avenue
29
Turn slight left
78 ft
·
10 sec
30
Turn left
37 ft
·
2 sec
31
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though leaving early can help you avoid any unexpected traffic. You only need to plan for one formal stop to stay refreshed throughout the 3-hour and 12-minute duration. Since fuel costs are estimated at $24, topping off your tank before leaving Hilton Head is a simple way to ensure you don't have to worry about finding a station mid-trip. Pay close attention to the transitions between GA 21 and the subsequent segments on Main Street and GA 56 to stay on track. Keeping your pace steady during the long 44.2-mile stretch on GA 21 will help you maintain your schedule and reach Belvedere without feeling rushed.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 75.5 miles from Hilton Head, SC, or about 1h 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 44.2 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 80 miles or 1h 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 75.5 miles or 1h 30m 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 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Belvedere, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hilton Head, 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, SC
This is one driving day of about 151 miles and 3h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hilton Head, 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 GA 21 for about 44.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 75.5 mi from Hilton Head, SC · 1h 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
76 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 75.5 miles from Hilton Head, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Belvedere, SC
The final approach into Belvedere, 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 Belvedere, 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
$24.17 one way
$48.33 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
53 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $26.33 | $52.66 |
| premium | $4.78 | $28.40 | $56.81 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $33.55 | $67.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 45.3 | 0 | $15.85 | $7.25 |
| Efficient EV | 37.8 | 0 | $13.21 | $6.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 60.4 | 0 | $21.14 | $9.66 |
Gas CO2
53 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (66% 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
Belvedere, SC
Evening in Belvedere on Sunday
Local time
7:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°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
2 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
3h 12m 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 Hilton Head, SC to Belvedere, SC covers 151 miles and takes about 3h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are GA 21, Main Street, GA 56. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 75.5 miles from Hilton Head, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $24.17 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 151 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (US 278 / William Hilton Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 21.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 33 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Hilton Head, SC to Belvedere, SC, road signs begin pointing toward Savannah along the way.
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