Road Trips from Myrtle Beach, SC
Looking for a quick escape from Myrtle Beach? You've got options for getting out of town that generally involve a drive of 3 to 5 hours, mostly on highways with flat to gently rolling terrain. Several routes offer access to Congaree National Park, a big draw if you want to incorporate some nature. Most of these destinations are a straightforward day trip, but you could also extend one into an overnight if you prefer a more relaxed pace.
Total Routes
13
Shortest
3.2h
With Parks Nearby
13
Full-day getaway
Winnsboro, SC
3h 26m165.1 mi one way
This 3.4-hour drive to Winnsboro is one of the quicker options, clocking in at 165.1 miles. It's a mostly highway route with a high drive score of 9 and flat terrain, making for an efficient trip. You'll have access to Congaree National Park on the way.
Oak Grove, SC
3h 19m159.3 mi one way
At 159.3 miles and 3.3 hours, Oak Grove is the shortest drive among these options. The profile is mostly highway with a drive score of 9 and flat terrain. Congaree National Park is accessible from this route.
Seven Oaks, SC
3h 13m152.6 mi one way
This 152.6-mile trip to Seven Oaks takes about 3.2 hours, making it the closest destination. It features a mostly highway profile and a drive score of 9 across flat terrain. Congaree National Park is nearby.
Barnwell, SC
3h 59m179.9 mi one way
Barnwell is a bit further at 179.9 miles, requiring 4 hours. This route mixes highway and surface roads, offering a drive score of 9 over mostly flat terrain. Congaree National Park is within reach.
Weekend trip
9 total in this range
Hilton Head Island, SC
4h 33m200.1 mi one way
Clinton, SC
4h 12m206.1 mi one way
Heading to Clinton covers 206.1 miles in about 4.2 hours. It's a mostly highway drive with a drive score of 9 and flat terrain. Congaree National Park is an accessible point of interest.
North Augusta, SC
4h 22m213.8 mi one way
This 213.8-mile drive to North Augusta will take approximately 4.4 hours. The route is predominantly highway, boasting a drive score of 9 and flat terrain. Congaree National Park is accessible.
Powdersville, SC
5h 1m250.2 mi one way
Powdersville is one of the longer drives at 250.2 miles, taking 5 hours. The profile is mostly highway with a drive score of 9, but the terrain shifts to gently rolling. Congaree National Park is available.
Edgefield, SC
4h 22m212.2 mi one way
Edgefield is 212.2 miles away and takes 4.4 hours. This trip is mostly highway with a drive score of 9 across mostly flat terrain. Congaree National Park is accessible from this route.
Browse by Mood
Hilton Head Island, SC
4h 33m200.1 mi one way
Clinton, SC
4h 12m206.1 mi one way
Winnsboro, SC
3h 26m165.1 mi one way
Oak Grove, SC
3h 19m159.3 mi one way
Hilton Head Island, SC
4h 33m200.1 mi one way
Spartanburg, SC
4h 49m236.9 mi one way
Fountain Inn, SC
4h 35m228.1 mi one way
Hilton Head Island, SC
4h 33m200.1 mi one way
Winnsboro, SC
3h 26m165.1 mi one way
Oak Grove, SC
3h 19m159.3 mi one way
Powdersville, SC
5h 1m250.2 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
With flat and gently rolling terrain, spring drives offer access to Congaree National Park's natural beauty.
Summer
The mostly highway routes are efficient for summer travel, with Congaree National Park available for cooler nature excursions.
Fall
Enjoy the drive through mostly flat terrain in the fall, with Congaree National Park providing a scenic backdrop.
Winter
Winter drives are straightforward on these mostly highway routes, with Congaree National Park accessible year-round.
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