Origin
Saint George, SC
Night in Saint George on Tuesday
Local time
10:19 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Saint George, SC to Hilton Head Island, SC
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 53m
Distance
90.6 mi
146 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 45m
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6 AM
1h 53m
8 AM
2h 10m
10 AM
1h 59m
12 PM
1h 57m
3 PM
2h 0m
5 PM
2h 9m
8 PM
1h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Saint George, SC
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Hilton Head Island, SC
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Trip Overview
This 90.6-mile drive from Saint George, SC, to Hilton Head Island, SC, will take you about 1 hour and 53 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $15, this trip is an easy day trip, perfect for a single day's adventure. The route primarily utilizes local roads, including Memorial Boulevard and West Jim Bilton Boulevard, before merging onto I-95 South for a portion of the journey. Given its relatively short distance and straightforward navigation, you won't need to worry about breaking it up into multiple days. Both your origin and destination are within the Southeast region, keeping the scenery consistent throughout.
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
45.3 miles from Saint George, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for much of this route, rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as the highway share is 0%. This means you'll be navigating through towns and local thoroughfares for the majority of your trip. While there isn't a specified longest uninterrupted stretch, the profile suggests frequent turns and changes in road type. You'll likely experience a mix of surface streets and potentially some faster sections as you transition between local roads and I-95 South. Be prepared for this dynamic driving experience.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Memorial Boulevard 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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Saint George, 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 Saint George, SC to Hilton Head Island, SC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Memorial Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Jim Bilton Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 95 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| SC 462 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Coosaw Scenic Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Lowcountry Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Okatie Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Fording Island Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Memorial Boulevard
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint George, SC and Hilton Head Island, SC.
1
Start on Ridge Street
387 ft
·
25 sec
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Ridge Street
2
Turn left onto Memorial Boulevard
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Memorial Boulevard
3
Continue on West Jim Bilton Boulevard
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Jim Bilton Boulevard
4
Take the ramp slight right toward I 95 South: Savannah
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
I 95 South: Savannah
5
Merge slight left
48 mi
·
51 min
6
Take the exit slight right toward SC 462: Coosawhatchie
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
SC 462: Coosawhatchie
7
Turn left onto Coosaw Scenic Drive
9.6 mi
·
13 min
·
Coosaw Scenic Drive
8
Continue on Lowcountry Drive
7.9 mi
·
10 min
·
Lowcountry Drive
9
Turn right onto Okatie Highway
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Okatie Highway
10
Take the exit slight right
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
11
Merge slight left onto Fording Island Road
9.3 mi
·
12 min
·
Fording Island Road
12
Continue on William Hilton Parkway
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
William Hilton Parkway
13
Keep slight left to continue on Cross Island Parkway
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Cross Island Parkway
14
Take the exit slight right
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
15
Turn left onto Marshland Road
2.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Marshland Road
16
Turn right onto Allen Road
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Allen Road
17
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
For this manageable 1 hour and 53-minute journey, you have the flexibility to leave whenever suits you best. There are no designated stops, so plan your breaks as needed, keeping in mind the estimated $15 fuel cost. Since the route is a turn-heavy local drive, pay close attention to navigation, especially when transitioning between Memorial Boulevard, West Jim Bilton Boulevard, and I-95 South. Aim to leave early to avoid any potential local traffic congestion, particularly if you're traveling on a weekday.
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 45.3 miles from Saint George, 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 80 miles or 1h 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.3 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 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hilton Head Island, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Saint George, 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 Saint George, SC
This is one driving day of about 90.6 miles and 1h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Saint George, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 45.3 mi from Saint George, SC · 56m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
45 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 45.3 miles from Saint George, 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Hilton Head Island, 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
$14.17 one way
$28.34 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $15.49 | $30.98 |
| premium | $4.70 | $16.77 | $33.54 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.00 | $40.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.2 | 0 | $9.51 | $4.35 |
| Efficient EV | 22.7 | 0 | $7.93 | $3.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.2 | 0 | $12.68 | $5.80 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Hilton Head Island, SC
Night in Hilton Head Island on Tuesday
Local time
10:19 PM
EDT
Current temp
82°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
22 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 Saint George, SC to Hilton Head Island, SC covers 90.6 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 Memorial Boulevard, West Jim Bilton Boulevard, I 95 South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 45.3 miles from Saint George, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.17 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 Saint George, 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 Saint George, SC to Hilton Head Island, SC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Saint George, SC to Hilton Head Island, SC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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