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Summer Road Trips in South Carolina

Routes

30

Avg Distance

396 mi

Avg Drive

7h 36m

Destinations

26

South Carolina in the summer offers a diverse range of driving experiences, with 30 routes averaging 395.6 miles and taking about 7.6 hours to complete. While most drives stay at lower elevations, some ventures can reach up to 7,159 feet. This season is ideal for exploring the state's natural beauty and coastlines, with ample daylight for longer excursions.

Fuel snapshot for this state

Regular

$4.04/gal

Diesel: $5.35/gal

Typical trip cost

$40–$396

One-way, ~396 mi avg @ 25.4 MPG

CO₂ per trip

~139 kg

ICE vehicle, one-way average

Source: US Energy Information Administration • week of 2026-06-01

Climate through the year: South Carolina

South Carolina peaks at around 91°F in Jul and cools to 60°F / 39°F in Jan. Wettest month is Aug at ~7 in of rain. Table highlights Summer months.

Month High °F Low °F Rain in Snow in
Jan 60 39 3.4 0.2
Feb 64 42 3.1 0.1
Mar 70 47 3.4 —
Apr 77 55 3.3 —
May 84 63 3.3 —
Jun peak 89 70 6.2 —
Jul peak 91 74 6.6 —
Aug peak 90 73 7 —
Sep 85 68 6 —
Oct 78 58 4.3 —
Nov 69 47 2.7 —
Dec 63 42 3.4 —

Source: NOAA NCEI Monthly Climate Normals, 1991–2020 reference period. Sampled at the major-airport station for SC — microclimates along specific routes can vary significantly.

Planning Tips

Frequently Asked Questions

We've identified 30 routes in South Carolina that work well for summer travel, based on drive quality, typical weather conditions, and distance (averaging 396 miles).
Current regular gas averages $4.04/gallon in South Carolina (week of 2026-06-01). Diesel: $5.35/gallon. A typical one-way trip on these routes costs between $40 and $396. Source: US Energy Information Administration.
Across Jun, Jul, Aug, South Carolina typically sees daytime highs in the 89–91°F range with about 6.6 in of rain per month on average. Based on NOAA 1991–2020 monthly climate normals.
Drive times and distances come from OSRM routing over real OpenStreetMap road networks. Fuel costs use weekly US Energy Information Administration state-level gas prices. Drive scores factor in elevation profile, road variety, and terrain. EV charging data is sourced from NREL. Climate normals come from NOAA NCEI (1991–2020 reference period). Hazard data comes from FEMA and USGS public feeds.
Yes. Click any route to see its full trip page with turn-by-turn directions, fuel cost estimates, elevation profile, stop suggestions, weather conditions, and more.

Summer Routes

Editor's pick

Hilton Head Island, SC → Huston, ID

2487.5 mi 43h 55m Score: 7/10 ~$396 fuel

Through: Birmingham → Chattanooga → Kennesaw +5 more

5 tricky spots

This cross-country route boasts a drive score of 7 and reaches significant high-altitude sections with climbs up to 7,159 feet, offering dramatic elevation changes.

Editor's pick

Hilton Head Island, SC → Fashing, TX

1217.8 mi 22h 48m Score: 7/10 ~$194 fuel

Through: Danville → Montgomery → Baton Rouge +2 more

5 tricky spots

With a drive score of 7, this trip primarily covers flat terrain and includes access to parks, making it a straightforward, scenic journey across multiple states.

Editor's pick

Hilton Head Island, SC → Farmers Branch, TX

1029.3 mi 19h 25m Score: 6/10 ~$164 fuel

Through: Danville → Montgomery → Selma +1 more

5 tricky spots

This option features a drive score of 6 and navigates gently rolling terrain, presenting a moderate challenge with park access along the way.

Walhalla, SC → Hilton Head Island, SC

299.3 mi 5h 59m Score: 9/10 ~$50 fuel

Through: Charleston

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Walhalla, SC → Myrtle Beach, SC

290.3 mi 5h 59m Score: 9/10 ~$46 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Clemson, SC → Hilton Head Island, SC

284.1 mi 5h 35m Score: 9/10 ~$45 fuel

Through: Charleston

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Hilton Head Island, SC → Westminster, SC

281.7 mi 5h 59m Score: 9/10 ~$47 fuel

Through: Savannah → Lexington → Washington +3 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Clemson, SC → Hilton Head, SC

278.4 mi 5h 24m Score: 9/10 ~$44 fuel

Through: Charleston

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Clemson, SC → Myrtle Beach, SC

275.1 mi 5h 35m Score: 9/10 ~$44 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Anderson, SC → North Myrtle Beach, SC

273.6 mi 5h 31m Score: 9/10 ~$46 fuel

Through: Myrtle Beach

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Anderson County Airport, SC → Garden City, SC

272.9 mi 5h 43m Score: 8/10 ~$43 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Hilton Head Island, SC → Landrum, SC

266.9 mi 5h 6m Score: 8/10 ~$45 fuel

Through: Spartanburg

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Anderson County Airport, SC → Socastee, SC

264.8 mi 5h 29m Score: 8/10 ~$42 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Hilton Head Island, SC → Travelers Rest, SC

264.6 mi 5h 9m Score: 8/10 ~$42 fuel

Through: Greenville

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Hilton Head Island, SC → Welcome, SC

261.6 mi 5h 2m Score: 9/10 ~$44 fuel

Through: Greenville → Mauldin → Anderson

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Westminster, SC → Mount Pleasant, SC

260.2 mi 5h 8m Score: 9/10 ~$44 fuel

Through: Charleston → Hanahan

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Greenville, SC → North Myrtle Beach, SC

259.8 mi 5h 4m Score: 9/10 ~$44 fuel

Through: Myrtle Beach

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Little River, SC → Greenville, SC

259.6 mi 5h 9m Score: 8/10 ~$41 fuel

Through: Marion

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Hilton Head Island, SC → Judson, SC

259.3 mi 5h 1m Score: 8/10 ~$41 fuel

Through: Greenville

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Hilton Head, SC → Welcome, SC

256.8 mi 4h 53m Score: 8/10 ~$41 fuel

Through: Greenville → Mauldin → Anderson

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Westminster, SC → Charleston, SC

256.3 mi 5h 3m Score: 9/10 ~$41 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Hilton Head Island, SC → Williamston, SC

255 mi 5h Score: 8/10 ~$41 fuel

Through: Greenville → Pelzer

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Hilton Head Island, SC → East Gaffney, SC

253.8 mi 5h 8m Score: 9/10 ~$40 fuel

Through: Union

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Hilton Head Island, SC → Lyman, SC

253.1 mi 4h 53m Score: 8/10 ~$42 fuel

Through: Spartanburg

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Hilton Head Island, SC → Gaffney, SC

253 mi 5h 7m Score: 9/10 ~$40 fuel

Through: Union

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Anderson, SC → Port Royal, SC

251.9 mi 4h 58m Score: 8/10 ~$40 fuel

Through: Charleston → Yemassee

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Westminster, SC → North Charleston, SC

250.4 mi 4h 55m Score: 9/10 ~$42 fuel

Through: Charleston

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Myrtle Beach, SC → Powdersville, SC

250.2 mi 5h 1m Score: 9/10 ~$40 fuel

Through: Greenville → Mauldin → Anderson

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Anderson, SC → Red Hill, SC

249.6 mi 5h 5m Score: 8/10 ~$40 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Hilton Head Island, SC → Clover, SC

249.6 mi 4h 57m Score: 9/10 ~$40 fuel

Through: York

5 tricky spots High drive quality

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