Road Trips from Myrtle Beach, SC
Looking for a quick escape from Myrtle Beach this weekend? You've got options that lean towards mostly highway drives with consistently flat terrain, all hitting a solid drive score of 8 or 9. Most trips are under 5 hours, making them perfect for a day trip or a short overnight. You'll also find that Congaree National Park is accessible from all these routes, so nature is within reach no matter which direction you choose. Consider these if you want a straightforward drive with a park stop.
Total Routes
10
Shortest
3.2h
With Parks Nearby
10
Full-day getaway
Winnsboro, SC
3h 26m165.1 mi one way
This trip is one of your closest options at 165 miles and 3.4 hours, featuring a 9 for drive score. It's a mostly highway route with flat terrain, similar to Oak Grove and Seven Oaks, but it's shorter than the drives to Barnwell or Clinton.
Oak Grove, SC
3h 19m159.3 mi one way
At 159.3 miles and 3.3 hours, this route offers a very similar experience to Winnsboro and Seven Oaks, with a top drive score of 9 and flat terrain. It’s a compact option if you're looking for a quick, easy drive.
Seven Oaks, SC
3h 13m152.6 mi one way
This is one of your shortest options, covering 152.6 miles in 3.2 hours with a high drive score of 9. Like Winnsboro and Oak Grove, it’s mostly highway with flat terrain, making it an efficient choice for a day trip.
Barnwell, SC
3h 59m179.9 mi one way
For a slightly longer drive at 179.9 miles and 4 hours, Barnwell offers a mixed highway and surface road profile. It maintains a strong drive score of 9 and flat terrain, presenting a bit more variety than the purely highway routes.
Weekend trip
6 total in this range
Clinton, SC
4h 12m206.1 mi one way
This route to Clinton stretches to 206.1 miles and 4.2 hours, primarily on the highway with flat terrain and a drive score of 9. It’s a longer option compared to trips to Winnsboro or Barnwell, but still manageable for a day.
North Augusta, SC
4h 22m213.8 mi one way
At 213.8 miles and 4.4 hours, North Augusta is one of the longer destinations. It’s mostly highway with flat terrain and a drive score of 9, similar to Edgefield and Clinton, offering a substantial drive for the day.
Powdersville, SC
5h 1m250.2 mi one way
This is your longest option at 250.2 miles and 5 hours, featuring gently rolling terrain and a drive score of 9. It’s a longer haul than trips to North Augusta or Edgefield, but offers a change in landscape.
Edgefield, SC
4h 22m212.2 mi one way
Edgefield is a significant drive at 212.2 miles and 4.4 hours, characterized by mostly highway and flat terrain. It provides a comparable distance to North Augusta and Clinton, with a dependable drive score of 9.
Fountain Inn, SC
4h 35m228.1 mi one way
The longest trip at 228.1 miles and 4.6 hours, Fountain Inn offers gently rolling terrain, a slight difference from the flatter options. Its drive score is 8, the lowest among the picks, but still a solid choice for a longer day out.
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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
Seven Oaks, SC
3h 13m152.6 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
Spring offers pleasant driving conditions on these mostly flat, highway routes, with Congaree National Park providing green spaces to explore.
Summer
Summer drives remain accessible with consistent terrain, and Congaree National Park is a viable option for outdoor activity.
Fall
Fall weather is ideal for these highway journeys, and the proximity to Congaree National Park means you can enjoy autumn colors.
Winter
Winter drives are straightforward on these mostly flat routes, and Congaree National Park is accessible year-round.
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