Conway, SC Road Trips
With 5 routes heading out and 6 heading in, Conway, SC works well as a modest departure point in the Southeast. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 207-mile quick runs to 237-mile cross-state drives. Most routes from Conway, SC head west, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
11
Longest Drive
247.2 mi
Anderson, SC
Quickest Drive
4h 2m
Bluffton, SC
Plan Around Conway, SC
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Conway, SC is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Conway, SC
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Conway, SC
Driving from Conway, SC
Expect an average of 225 miles and about 4h 30m behind the wheel when leaving Conway, SC. There is a healthy spread of short hops, medium drives, and longer road trips to pick from. The longest mapped route runs 237 miles (4h 42m), while the shortest is just 207 miles.
Popular Destinations
Top road trip destinations from Conway, SC are Greer, SC (236.8 mi, 4h 42m), Taylors, SC (236 mi, 4h 42m), Five Forks, SC (226.7 mi, 4h 30m), Greenwood, SC (219.1 mi, 4h 26m), and Hilton Head, SC (207.4 mi, 4h 9m). 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 225-mile trip from Conway, SC, budget about $35 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring. Most routes head west — leaving in the morning keeps the sun behind you for a more comfortable drive.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 5 mapped routes leaving Conway, SC and 6 routes heading into Conway, SC, covering 11 total connections. Distances range from 207 to 237 miles.
The longest mapped route from Conway, SC covers 237 miles and takes approximately 4h 42m. Shorter options start at just 207 miles.
The average route from Conway, SC runs about 225 miles with a drive time of roughly 4h 30m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.96/gallon for regular), the average 225-mile trip from Conway, SC costs roughly $35 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Conway, SC include Greer, SC, Taylors, SC, Five Forks, SC and Greenwood, SC. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Conway, SC by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
26,082
Median Income
$54,841
Median Home Value
$236,300
Median Age
34.3
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Notable People from Conway, SC
A sampling of people born in Conway, SC.
William Gibson
1948
American-Canadian speculative fiction writer (born 1948)
Scott Bessent
1962
United States Secretary of the Treasury
Perry Richardson
1963
American bassist
Grant Holmes
1996
American baseball player
Edgar L. McGowan
1920–2004
American lawyer
James B. Vaught
1926–2013
United States general (1926-2013)
Junior Hemingway
1988
American football player (born 1988)
Bryan Edwards
1998
American football wide receiver
Landmarks & Historic Sites
Attractions and heritage-registered places located in Conway, SC.
Burroughs School
historic building in Conway, South Carolina, U.S.A.
City data from Wikidata (Q659823), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to Conway, SC
Conway is one of the oldest cities in South Carolina, being founded in 1732 under Royal Governor Robert Johnson.
Conway Marina 1 Horry County Museum, 805 Main St, ☏ +1 843 915-5320. Tu-Sa 9AM-5PM. See some taxidermied animals and domestic implements on display. (updated Dec 2021)
1 Conway Riverwalk, 2nd Ave, ☏ +1 843 248-1760. Daily 6AM-11PM. A boardwalk along the Waccamaw River that highlights the downtown area. (updated Dec 2021) 2 Riverfront Park, 4 Elm St. More Waccamaw River frontage, plus the City Marina. (updated Dec 2021) 3 Brooks Stadium, 965 One Landon Loop, ☏ +1 843 347-3161. Watch a football game at Coastal Carolina University, or alternatively a baseball game at Springs Brooks Stadium next door. (updated Dec 2021) Golfing at one of the numerous courses around Coastal Carolina University, like Wild Wing Plantation or Myrtle Beach National.
1 Econo Lodge At The University, 2376 US 501 East, Building B (medical/university area), ☏ +1 843 347-7254. Free breakfast and internet, outdoor pool. $49 (Dec 2021). 2 The Cypress Inn, 16 Elm St, ☏ +1 843 248-8199. Boutique place on the water, good if you have a lot of disposable cash. $170 (Dec 2021). (updated Dec 2021)
There are several private cab services in the area which can run up to $50 for a trip across the Grand Strand. The rate is $2.80 a mile $1 for extra passenger, rates are set by the City of Conway, SC. Serving all of the Conway area is Yellow Cab Taxi (843) 606-1000. Taxi cab rates are not regulated by the city of Conway, SC. You should always call and get a flat rate quote in the areas of Horry county. Or better yet, just use the local transit service, Coast RTA at +1 843 488-0865 and not have to worry about all that.
Travel tips adapted from Conway (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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