The drive from North Myrtle Beach, SC to Mount Pleasant, SC covers 105.6 miles and takes about 2h 25m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North Fraser Street, Highway 17, Ocean Highway for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 53.2 miles on North Fraser Street.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $16.51 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
52.8 miles from North Myrtle Beach, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 16m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 25m. Total distance: 105.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 25m drive with frequent turns across 105.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Fraser Street is the longest continuous segment at about 53.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near S-26-521 / Hillside Drive South.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 25m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (S-26-521 / Hillside Drive South): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (14th Avenue South): Navigation decision point; at 7.9 miles (US 17 / Highway 17): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|S-26-521 / Hillside Drive South
Turn left onto S-26-521 / Hillside Drive South
Navigation decision point
4
1 mi into trip|~2m in|14th Avenue South
Turn right onto 14th Avenue South
Navigation decision point
5
7.9 mi into trip|~15m in|US 17 / Highway 17
Turn straight onto US 17 / Highway 17 toward US 17 North: Conway, Georgetown
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left / straight lanes.
Toward US 17 North: Conway, Georgetown
5
50.5 mi into trip|~1h 13m in|US 17 / North Fraser Street
Turn left onto US 17 / North Fraser Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
105.6 mi into trip|~2h 25m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
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 North Myrtle Beach, SC to Mount Pleasant, SC, road signs begin pointing toward Georgetown along the way.
Georgetown
7.9 mi in|~15m|via US 17
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
North Fraser Street
53.2 mi
1h 9m
Highway 17
22.3 mi
27m
Ocean Highway
17.4 mi
25m
North Kings Highway
3.6 mi
6m
US Highway 17 South
3.2 mi
6m
Church Street
1.4 mi
2m
Chuck Dawley Boulevard
1.3 mi
2m
US Highway 17 Bypass South
1.3 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
North Fraser Street
— 53.2 mi, about 1h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Myrtle Beach, SC and Mount Pleasant, SC.
1
Start on S-26-358
304 ft·13 sec·6th Avenue South
2
Turn left onto S-26-521
0.9 mi·2 min·Hillside Drive South
3
Turn right onto 14th Avenue South
0.2 mi·27 sec·14th Avenue South
4
At end of road, turn left onto US 17
3.2 mi·6 min·US Highway 17 South
5
Continue on US 17
3.6 mi·6 min·North Kings Highway
6
Turn straight onto US 17
12 mi·15 min·Highway 17
Toward US 17 North: Conway, GeorgetownUse the left / straight lanes.
7
Continue on US 17
1.3 mi·1 min·US Highway 17 Bypass South
8
Continue on US 17
11 mi·12 min·Highway 17
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on US 17
17 mi·25 min·Ocean Highway
10
Continue on US 17
0.3 mi·25 sec·L. H. Siau Bridge
11
Continue on US 17
1.4 mi·2 min·Church Street
12
Turn left onto US 17
53 mi·1 hr 9 min·North Fraser Street
Use the straight lane.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi·24 sec
Toward I 526 Business East: Chuck Dawley Boulevard
14
Merge onto I 526 Bus
0.3 mi·26 sec·Mark Clark Expressway
15
Continue on I 526 Bus
1.3 mi·2 min·Chuck Dawley Boulevard
16
Turn right onto SC 703
237 ft·12 sec·Coleman Boulevard
17
Turn left
76 ft·5 sec
18
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 52.8 miles from North Myrtle Beach, SC, or about 1h 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 53.2 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 23 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.8 miles or 1h 16m 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
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mount Pleasant, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving North Myrtle Beach, 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 North Myrtle Beach, SC
This is one driving day of about 105.6 miles and 2h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from North Myrtle Beach, SC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on North Fraser Street for about 53.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 52.8 mi from North Myrtle Beach, SC
· 1h 16m into the drive
The midpoint is around 52.8 miles from North Myrtle Beach, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Mount Pleasant, SC
The final approach into Mount Pleasant, 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 Mount Pleasant, SC.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Nearby Places
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Top Restaurant
K1 Speed - Indoor Go Karts, Food, Games, and Things to Do In Myrtle Beach
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Two forts stand at the entrance of Charleston Harbor. Patriots inside a palmetto log fort, later named Fort Moultrie, defeated the Royal Navy in 1776. As Charleston blazed a path towards secession to...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.51 one way
$33.03 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg37 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$18.06
$36.11
premium
$4.70
$19.54
$39.09
diesel
$5.61
$23.32
$46.63
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: 36.9 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
31.7
0
$11.09
$5.07
Efficient EV
26.4
0
$9.24
$4.22
EV Truck/SUV
42.2
0
$14.78
$6.76
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 15, 2026
Origin
North Myrtle Beach, SC
Late night
in North Myrtle Beach on Saturday
Local time
3:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Mount Pleasant, SC
Late night
in Mount Pleasant on Saturday
Local time
3:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
72°F
Georgetown, 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 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 25m 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 North Myrtle Beach, SC to Mount Pleasant, SC covers 105.6 miles and takes about 2h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Fraser Street, Highway 17, Ocean Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 52.8 miles from North Myrtle Beach, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.51 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 2h 25m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (S-26-521 / Hillside Drive South): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (14th Avenue South): Navigation decision point; at 7.9 miles (US 17 / Highway 17): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from North Myrtle Beach, SC to Mount Pleasant, SC, road signs begin pointing toward Georgetown along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park.
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.
