The drive from Summerville, SC to North Myrtle Beach, SC covers 117.5 miles and takes about 2h 51m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 17 Alternate, Ocean Highway, Highway 17 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is mixed drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 24.3 miles on US 17 Alternate.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.37 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.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
58.8 miles from Summerville, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 26m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 51m. Total distance: 117.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
The drive from Summerville, SC to North Myrtle Beach, SC covers 117.5 miles and takes about 2h 51m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 17 Alternate is the longest continuous segment at about 24.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Richardson Avenue.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 51m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Richardson Avenue): Navigation decision point; near the start (US 17 Alternate / North Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 66.8 miles (US 17 Alternate / Church Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|East Richardson Avenue
Turn left onto East Richardson Avenue
Navigation decision point
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|US 17 Alternate / North Main Street
Turn right onto US 17 Alternate / North Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
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66.8 mi into trip|~1h 37m in|US 17 Alternate / Church Street
Keep slight left at fork onto US 17 Alternate / Church Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
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89.6 mi into trip|~2h 9m in|US 17
Take the exit onto US 17 toward US 17 North: Myrtle Beach, North Myrtle Beach
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward US 17 North: Myrtle Beach, North Myrtle...
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116.4 mi into trip|~2h 48m in|14th Avenue South
Turn right onto 14th Avenue South
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 Summerville, SC to North Myrtle Beach, SC, road signs begin pointing toward Myrtle Beach along the way.
Myrtle Beach
89.6 mi in|~2h 9m|via US 17
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 17 Alternate
24.3 mi
35m
Ocean Highway
17.4 mi
25m
Highway 17
15.2 mi
20m
Saints Delight Road
13.8 mi
18m
South Live Oak Drive
12 mi
17m
Highmarket Street
9.4 mi
13m
US 17
7.1 mi
8m
North Main Street
6 mi
9m
Longest stretch:
US 17 Alternate
— 24.3 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Summerville, SC and North Myrtle Beach, SC.
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Start on this road
92 ft·11 sec·this road
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Turn left onto East Richardson Avenue
116 ft·7 sec·East Richardson Avenue
3
Turn right onto US 17 Alternate
6.0 mi·9 min·North Main Street
Use the right lane.
4
Continue on US 17 Alternate
12 mi·17 min·South Live Oak Drive
5
Merge onto US 52; US 17 Alternate
1.2 mi·2 min·US 52; US 17 Alternate
6
Continue on US 17 Alternate; US 52
19 mi·26 min·US 17 Alternate; US 52
7
Turn left onto US 17 Alternate; SC 41
5.8 mi·8 min·US 17 Alternate; SC 41
8
Turn right onto US 17 Alternate
5.1 mi·7 min·Saints Delight Road
9
Continue on US 17 Alternate
8.6 mi·11 min·Saints Delight Road
10
Turn right onto US 17 Alternate; US 521
9.4 mi·13 min·Highmarket Street
11
Keep slight left at fork onto US 17 Alternate
1.5 mi·2 min·Church Street
12
Continue on US 17
0.3 mi·25 sec·L. H. Siau Bridge
13
Continue on US 17
17 mi·25 min·Ocean Highway
14
Continue on US 17
3.6 mi·4 min·Highway 17
15
Take the exit onto US 17
7.1 mi·8 min·US 17
Toward US 17 North: Myrtle Beach, North Myrtle BeachUse the straight lane.
16
Continue on US 17
1.2 mi·1 min·US Highway 17 Bypass South
17
Continue on US Highway 17 Bypass South
12 mi·16 min·US Highway 17 Bypass South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Continue on US 17
3.7 mi·6 min·North Kings Highway
19
Continue on US 17
3.2 mi·6 min·US Highway 17 South
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Turn right onto 14th Avenue South
0.2 mi·33 sec·14th Avenue South
21
Turn left onto S-26-360
0.9 mi·2 min·Hillside Drive South
22
Turn right onto S-26-358
304 ft·8 sec·6th Avenue South
23
Arrive at destination
S-26-358
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 58.8 miles from Summerville, SC, or about 1h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 24.3 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 26 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 58.8 miles or 1h 26m 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 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North Myrtle Beach, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Summerville, 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 Summerville, SC
This is one driving day of about 117.5 miles and 2h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Summerville, 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 US 17 Alternate for about 24.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 58.8 mi from Summerville, SC
· 1h 26m into the drive
The midpoint is around 58.8 miles from Summerville, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in North Myrtle Beach, SC
The final approach into North Myrtle Beach, 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 North Myrtle Beach, 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
$18.37 one way
$36.75 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg41 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$20.09
$40.18
premium
$4.70
$21.75
$43.49
diesel
$5.61
$25.94
$51.89
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
35.3
0
$12.34
$5.64
Efficient EV
29.4
0
$10.28
$4.70
EV Truck/SUV
47
0
$16.45
$7.52
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 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.
Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026
Origin
Summerville, SC
Morning
in Summerville on Saturday
Local time
6:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
87°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
North Myrtle Beach, SC
Morning
in North Myrtle Beach on Saturday
Local time
6:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
72°F
Georgetown, SC
59 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
31 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 51m 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 Summerville, SC to North Myrtle Beach, SC covers 117.5 miles and takes about 2h 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 17 Alternate, Ocean Highway, Highway 17. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 58.8 miles from Summerville, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.37 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.
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 straightforward 2h 51m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Richardson Avenue): Navigation decision point; near the start (US 17 Alternate / North Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 66.8 miles (US 17 Alternate / Church Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
On the drive from Summerville, SC to North Myrtle Beach, SC, road signs begin pointing toward Myrtle Beach 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.
