Bennettsville, SC to Myrtle Beach, SC is 85.9 miles and takes about 1 hour 56 minutes via US 501 Business, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within South Carolina, taking you from the Southeast region to another part of the Southeast. Expect a highway-focused journey that's straightforward and efficient. It's a manageable distance, making it a good option if you're looking for a relatively quick transition between locations without a major time commitment.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
43 miles from Bennettsville, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 57m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 501 Business
41.6 mi
55m
State Highway 38
21.7 mi
29m
US 501
14.2 mi
17m
Blenheim Highway
4.5 mi
6m
Broad Street
2 mi
3m
South Main Street
0.9 mi
1m
North Kings Highway
0.3 mi
<1m
North Marlboro Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 501 Business
— 41.6 mi, about 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bennettsville, SC and Myrtle Beach, SC.
1
Start on West Market Street
240 ft·16 sec·West Market Street
2
Turn sharp right onto North Marlboro Street
327 ft·12 sec·North Marlboro Street
3
Turn right onto SC 385
237 ft·11 sec·East Main Street
4
Turn left onto SC 9 Business; SC 38 Business
2.0 mi·3 min·Broad Street
5
Continue on State Highway 38
0.8 mi·1 min·State Highway 38
6
Continue on State Highway 38
4.5 mi·6 min·Blenheim Highway
7
Continue on South Main Street
0.9 mi·1 min·South Main Street
8
Continue on SC 38
21 mi·28 min·State Highway 38
9
Continue on US 501
12 mi·13 min·US 501
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·50 sec
11
Keep slight left at fork
129 ft·5 sec
12
Turn left onto US 501 Business
42 mi·55 min·US 501 Business
Use the left lane.
13
Turn straight onto US 501
2.0 mi·3 min·US 501
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Turn slight right onto 8th Avenue North
248 ft·14 sec·8th Avenue North
15
Turn right onto US 17 Business
0.3 mi·40 sec·North Kings Highway
16
Turn left onto 5th Avenue North
198 ft·11 sec·5th Avenue North
17
Turn right
196 ft·14 sec
18
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of about 1 hour 56 minutes, you have a lot of flexibility with this trip. Consider leaving in the morning to maximize your day in Myrtle Beach, or depart later if you have morning commitments in Bennettsville. With only 85.9 miles and a fuel cost around $13, you won't need extensive planning for fuel stops. The longest continuous stretch is 41.6 miles on US 501 Business, so plan for any personal needs before embarking on that segment to ensure a comfortable drive.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 43 miles from Bennettsville, SC, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 41.6 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 19 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 43 miles or 57m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Myrtle Beach, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bennettsville, SC so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bennettsville, SC
This is one driving day of about 85.9 miles and 1h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Bennettsville, SC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 501 Business for about 41.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 85.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip|~0m in|North Marlboro Street
Turn sharp right onto North Marlboro Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
4
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|SC 385 / East Main Street
Turn right onto SC 385 / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
85.6 mi into trip|~1h 55m in|US 17 Business / North Kings Highway
Turn right onto US 17 Business / North Kings Highway
Navigation decision point
5
85.8 mi into trip|~1h 56m in|5th Avenue North
Turn left onto 5th Avenue North
Navigation decision point
5
85.9 mi into trip|~1h 56m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.43 one way
$26.87 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg30 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$14.69
$29.38
premium
$4.70
$15.90
$31.80
diesel
$5.61
$18.97
$37.93
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
25.8
0
$9.02
$4.12
Efficient EV
21.5
0
$7.52
$3.44
EV Truck/SUV
34.4
0
$12.03
$5.50
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026
Origin
Bennettsville, SC
Evening
in Bennettsville on Sunday
Local time
5:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
93°F
Sunny
S 1 to 9 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Myrtle Beach, SC
Evening
in Myrtle Beach on Sunday
Local time
5:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Marion, SC
43 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
35 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 56m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 90% of the journey utilizing major roadways. You'll experience a significant stretch of 41.6 miles on US 501 Business, which forms the backbone of this trip. The drive is characterized by its consistent highway feel, meaning you'll likely encounter fewer towns and more open road for extended periods. This offers a predictable and often faster travel experience, allowing you to maintain a steady pace for most of the 85.9 miles.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 41.6 mi on US 501 Business.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 501 Business and State Highway 38. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Marlboro Street.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 85.9 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Marlboro Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.1 miles (SC 385 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 85.6 miles (US 17 Business / North Kings Highway): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 56m. Total distance: 85.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 41.6 miles on US 501 Business. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Marlboro Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.1 miles (SC 385 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 85.6 miles (US 17 Business / North Kings Highway): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Myrtle Beach, SC before heading back.
