Bluffton, SC Road Trips
Sitting in the Southeast, Bluffton, SC is a local road trip base with 6 trip routes mapped and ready to explore. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 150-mile quick runs to 242-mile cross-state drives. Most routes from Bluffton, SC head north, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
6
Longest Drive
242.3 mi
Gaffney, SC
Quickest Drive
2h 52m
Saint Andrews, SC
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Trips from Bluffton, SC
Driving from Bluffton, SC
On average, trips departing from Bluffton, SC run 192 miles with a drive time of roughly 3h 44m. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 242 miles (4h 50m), while the shortest is just 150 miles.
Popular Destinations
The most popular drives from Bluffton, SC include Gaffney, SC (242.3 mi, 4h 50m), Tega Cay, SC (229.9 mi, 4h 29m), Fort Mill, SC (223.3 mi, 4h 17m), Dentsville, SC (155.1 mi, 3h 1m), and Forest Acres, SC (150.1 mi, 2h 56m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in SC currently averages around $3.96 per gallon. For the typical 192-mile trip from Bluffton, SC, budget about $30 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility. Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 6 mapped routes leaving Bluffton, SC and 0 routes heading into Bluffton, SC, covering 6 total connections. Distances range from 150 to 242 miles.
The longest mapped route from Bluffton, SC covers 242 miles and takes approximately 4h 50m. Shorter options start at just 150 miles.
The average route from Bluffton, SC runs about 192 miles with a drive time of roughly 3h 44m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.96/gallon for regular), the average 192-mile trip from Bluffton, SC costs roughly $30 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Bluffton, SC include Gaffney, SC, Tega Cay, SC, Fort Mill, SC and Dentsville, SC. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Bluffton, SC by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
31,323
Median Income
$105,463
Median Home Value
$444,500
Median Age
41.0
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Bluffton, SC at a Glance
Founded
1728
Elevation
20 ft
Area
51 mi²
Landmarks & Historic Sites
Attractions and heritage-registered places located in Bluffton, SC.
Church of the Cross
church building in Bluffton, South Carolina, U.S.A.
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Traveler Guide to Bluffton, SC
Bluffton is a fast-growing coastal city in the Low Country of South Carolina located 7 miles (12 km) west of the major southeastern United States resort town of Hilton Head Island.
From its birth in the late 1700s to today, Bluffton hasn’t lost its identity. It's a beautiful coastal town with unspoiled marshes, stunning sunsets, and warm and friendly locals. Due to committed homeowners, local business owners and elected officials, Bluffton is a place that many tourists now call home.
Heyward House, 70 Boundary Street, ☏ +1 843-757-6293, [email protected]. M-F 10AM-5PM; Sa 10AM-4PM. (updated Sep 2015)
Old Town Bike Barn & Adventures, 28 Dr Mellichamp Dr, ☏ +1 843 837-2276. Single speed and multi-speed bike rental options are available — rent hourly, half-day, full-day, or weekly. They’ll deliver your bikes to your doorstep. (updated May 2020)
1 Saigon Cafe, 1304 Fording Island Rd Ste E. Excellent Vietnamese cafe. Pho is the stand-out dish here. (updated Mar 2024) 2 Frankie Bones, 26 Discovery Dr. "American-Italian" member of the SERG restaurant group. (updated Mar 2024)
Comfort Suites Bluffton, 23 Towne Dr, toll-free: +1-866-893-2377. All suites, complimentary continental breakfast. Montage Palmetto Bluff, 477 Mount Pelia Road, ☏ +1-843-706-6500. A 20,000-acre hotel and resort located along the May River with cottages, guest rooms, suites, and village homes, a spa, 6 restaurants, and over 16,000 sq ft of meeting space. (updated Apr 2017) Holiday Inn Express Bluffton, 35 Bluffton Rd, ☏ +1-843-757-2002. Check-in: 4:00 PM, check-out: 11:00 AM. (updated Sep 2022)
Bluffton is accessible by air, road and boat. By air you can fly in to Savannah or Hilton Head Island. Both airports are small and easy to get around.
As there are very few public transit options in Bluffton, a car is the best way to get around. The Bluffton Breeze service offers weekday bus service to certain destinations in Bluffton. Old town Bluffton has a small walkable district and nearby parking.
Travel tips adapted from Bluffton (South Carolina) on Wikivoyage, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Content summarized; visit the source for the full article. See our methodology for how we use it.
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