Origin
White Pond, SC
Afternoon in White Pond on Thursday
Local time
1:14 PM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from White Pond, SC to Myrtle Beach, SC
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
49m
Distance
39.1 mi
63 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 45m
★
6 AM
0h 49m
8 AM
0h 57m
10 AM
0h 52m
12 PM
0h 51m
3 PM
0h 53m
5 PM
0h 57m
8 PM
0h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Myrtle Beach, SC
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Trip Overview
The drive from White Pond, SC to Myrtle Beach, SC covers 39.1 miles and takes about 49m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on SC 31 South, Carolina Bays Parkway, Grissom Pkwy for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.11 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 49m. Total distance: 39.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 49m drive with frequent turns across 39.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
SC 31 South 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 White Pond, SC to Myrtle Beach, SC is easy. At 49m 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 White Pond, SC to Myrtle Beach, SC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SC 31 South | — | — |
| Carolina Bays Parkway | — | — |
| Grissom Pkwy | — | — |
| Robert M | — | — |
| Mr | — | — |
| North Kings Highway | — | — |
| 5th Avenue North | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
SC 31 South
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between White Pond, SC and Myrtle Beach, SC.
1
Start on Audie Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Audie Road
2
Turn right
9.5 mi
·
11 min
3
Turn straight
12 mi
·
16 min
4
Take the exit slight right toward SC 31 South: Myrtle Beach, Georgetown
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
SC 31 South: Myrtle Beach, Georgetown
5
Continue on Carolina Bays Parkway
14 mi
·
15 min
·
Carolina Bays Parkway
6
Take the exit slight right toward Grissom Pkwy: Myrtle Beach
0.3 mi
·
59 sec
·
Grissom Pkwy: Myrtle Beach
7
Merge slight left onto Robert M. Grissom Parkway
4.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Robert M. Grissom Parkway
8
Turn left onto Mr. Joe White Avenue
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Mr. Joe White Avenue
9
Turn right onto North Kings Highway
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
North Kings Highway
10
Keep slight left to continue on North Kings Highway
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Kings Highway
11
Turn left onto 5th Avenue North
200 ft
·
11 sec
·
5th Avenue North
12
Turn right
197 ft
·
14 sec
13
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.6 mi from White Pond, SC · 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.6 miles from White Pond, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Myrtle Beach, SC
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Myrtle Beach, SC if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.11 one way
$12.23 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $6.69 | $13.37 |
| premium | $4.70 | $7.24 | $14.47 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.63 | $17.27 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.7 | 0 | $4.11 | $1.88 |
| Efficient EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.42 | $1.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.47 | $2.50 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Myrtle Beach, SC
Afternoon in Myrtle Beach on Thursday
Local time
1:14 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
30 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
49m 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 White Pond, SC to Myrtle Beach, SC covers 39.1 miles and takes about 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are SC 31 South, Carolina Bays Parkway, Grissom Pkwy. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.6 miles from White Pond, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.11 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 White Pond, SC to Myrtle Beach, SC is easy. At 49m 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 White Pond, SC to Myrtle Beach, SC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from White Pond, SC to Myrtle Beach, SC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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