Origin
Ravenel, SC
Morning in Ravenel on Saturday
Local time
10:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ravenel, SC to Hilton Head Island, SC
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 53m
Distance
85.6 mi
138 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 45m
★
6 AM
1h 54m
8 AM
2h 10m
10 AM
1h 59m
12 PM
1h 58m
3 PM
2h 0m
5 PM
2h 9m
8 PM
1h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ravenel, SC
Just a Couple Photos
Hilton Head Island, SC
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Trip Overview
The drive from Ravenel, SC to Hilton Head Island, SC covers 85.6 miles and takes about 1h 53m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Highway 165, Savannah Highway, Ace Basin Parkway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.39 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
42.8 miles from Ravenel, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 53m. Total distance: 85.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 53m drive with frequent turns across 85.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Highway 165 is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Ravenel, SC to Hilton Head Island, SC is easy. At 1h 53m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Ravenel, SC to Hilton Head Island, SC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Highway 165 | — | — |
| Savannah Highway | — | — |
| Ace Basin Parkway | — | — |
| Charleston Highway | — | — |
| Trask Parkway | — | — |
| Parris Island Gateway | — | — |
| Robert Smalls Parkway | — | — |
| Edward Burton Rodgers Bridge | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Highway 165
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ravenel, SC and Hilton Head Island, SC.
1
Start on the route
0.1 mi
·
44 sec
·
the route
2
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
3
Turn left onto State Highway 165
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 165
4
Turn left onto Savannah Highway
12 mi
·
15 min
·
Savannah Highway
5
Continue on Ace Basin Parkway
17 mi
·
22 min
·
Ace Basin Parkway
6
Continue on Charleston Highway
5.6 mi
·
7 min
·
Charleston Highway
7
Take the exit slight right
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
8
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Trask Parkway
207 ft
·
3 sec
·
Trask Parkway
9
Exit the roundabout onto Trask Parkway
12 mi
·
14 min
·
Trask Parkway
10
Turn right onto Parris Island Gateway
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Parris Island Gateway
11
Turn slight right onto Robert Smalls Parkway
3.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Robert Smalls Parkway
12
Continue on Edward Burton Rodgers Bridge
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Edward Burton Rodgers Bridge
13
Continue on Okatie Highway
12 mi
·
14 min
·
Okatie Highway
14
Take the exit slight right
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
15
Merge slight left onto Fording Island Road
9.3 mi
·
12 min
·
Fording Island Road
16
Continue on William Hilton Parkway
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
William Hilton Parkway
17
Keep slight left to continue on Cross Island Parkway
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Cross Island Parkway
18
Take the exit slight right
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
19
Turn left onto Marshland Road
2.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Marshland Road
20
Turn right onto Allen Road
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Allen Road
21
Arrive at your 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 42.8 miles from Ravenel, SC, or about 56m into the drive.
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 19 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42.8 miles or 56m 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 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hilton Head Island, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Ravenel, SC so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Ravenel, SC
This is one driving day of about 85.6 miles and 1h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Ravenel, SC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 42.8 mi from Ravenel, SC · 56m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
43 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 42.8 miles from Ravenel, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hilton Head Island, SC
The final approach into Hilton Head Island, SC usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.39 one way
$26.77 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
30 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $14.64 | $29.27 |
| premium | $4.70 | $15.84 | $31.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.90 | $37.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.7 | 0 | $8.99 | $4.11 |
| Efficient EV | 21.4 | 0 | $7.49 | $3.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 34.2 | 0 | $11.98 | $5.48 |
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 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
Hilton Head Island, SC
Morning in Hilton Head Island on Saturday
Local time
10:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
81°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
27 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
1h 53m 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 Ravenel, SC to Hilton Head Island, SC covers 85.6 miles and takes about 1h 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Highway 165, Savannah Highway, Ace Basin Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 42.8 miles from Ravenel, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.39 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.
The drive from Ravenel, SC to Hilton Head Island, SC is easy. At 1h 53m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Ravenel, SC to Hilton Head Island, SC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Ravenel, SC to Hilton Head Island, SC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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