Road Trips from Greenville, SC
Looking for a weekend escape from Greenville? You've got options. There are several destinations within a few hours' drive, offering a mix of highway and surface roads, with many routes passing by or near parks. Whether you want a short, scenic drive to a nearby town or a longer haul to the coast, these trips offer variety. You can hit up a few spots for day trips, or aim for a longer journey that still keeps you on the road for less than five hours.
Total Routes
18
Shortest
0.6h
With Parks Nearby
17
Under 2 hours
Full-day getaway
12 total in this range
Allendale, SC
3h 22m175.3 mi one way
This 175-mile drive takes about 3.4 hours on mostly highway. It's a good option if you want to get further out without committing to an overnight stay, and it passes by Congaree National Park, a notable nearby park.
Manning, SC
3h 19m166 mi one way
At 166 miles and 3.3 hours, this route uses mostly highway and offers a drive score of 9. Like several other options, it provides access to Congaree National Park and is suitable for a day trip.
Oakland, SC
2h 45m139.1 mi one way
This 139-mile trip takes 2.8 hours, predominantly on highway. It's a solid day trip choice that includes proximity to Congaree National Park and offers a high drive score.
Wedgefield, SC
2h 46m139 mi one way
Covering 139 miles in 2.8 hours, this is another mostly highway route with a drive score of 9. It's a comparable option to Oakland, SC, and also offers access to Congaree National Park for park enthusiasts.
Lakewood, SC
3h 5m152.2 mi one way
This 152.2-mile journey will take you about 3.1 hours on mostly highway. It boasts a drive score of 9 and includes Congaree National Park as a nearby attraction, making it a good day trip with park access.
Weekend trip
North Myrtle Beach, SC
5h 4m259.8 mi one way
For a longer day trip, this 259.8-mile drive to the coast takes 5.1 hours, mainly on highway. It's the furthest option but still manageable for a single day, and it passes by Congaree National Park.
Sullivans Island, SC
4h 8m219.3 mi one way
This 219.3-mile trip to the coast takes 4.1 hours on mostly highway. It offers a good drive score of 8 and notable nearby parks, including Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park and Congaree National Park.
Kiawah Island, SC
4h 50m236.4 mi one way
At 236.4 miles and 4.8 hours, this coastal drive is mostly highway. It has a drive score of 8 and provides access to Congaree National Park and Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park, suitable for a long day.
Hardeeville, SC
4h 24m238.7 mi one way
This 238.7-mile route takes 4.4 hours, predominantly on highway. It offers a drive score of 8 and proximity to both Congaree National Park and Reconstruction Era National Historical Park.
Port Royal, SC
4h 31m238.2 mi one way
A 238.2-mile drive lasting 4.5 hours on mostly highway, this option has a drive score of 8. It's similar in distance to Hardeeville and also features nearby historical parks like Reconstruction Era National Historical Park and Congaree National Park.
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Allendale, SC
3h 22m175.3 mi one way
Manning, SC
3h 19m166 mi one way
Oakland, SC
2h 45m139.1 mi one way
Wedgefield, SC
2h 46m139 mi one way
Allendale, SC
3h 22m175.3 mi one way
Oakland, SC
2h 45m139.1 mi one way
North Myrtle Beach, SC
5h 4m259.8 mi one way
Kiawah Island, SC
4h 50m236.4 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Spring offers pleasant driving conditions across these varied routes. The mostly flat terrain makes for easy travel, and nearby parks provide opportunities to enjoy blooming flora.
Summer
Summer heat might make park visits more challenging, but the mostly highway routes still allow for efficient travel to coastal or inland destinations.
Fall
Fall foliage could enhance drives through South Carolina's varied landscapes. The moderate temperatures are ideal for exploring parks near your destination.
Winter
Winter drives are generally clear on these routes. The mostly flat terrain and highway profiles mean minimal disruption, making it easy to reach any destination.
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