Embarking on the journey from Hilton Head Island, SC, to Fashing, TX, is a significant undertaking spanning 1,217.8 miles and requiring approximately 22 hours and 48 minutes of driving. This long-distance trip is best planned over three days to comfortably cover the distance, rather than attempting it as a single day trip. You'll be covering a large portion of the country, moving from the Southeast region into the Great Plains, with a projected fuel cost of around $195. The route is designed for efficiency, making it a practical choice for reaching your destination with minimal fuss.
Trip Pace
Best split across 3 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
6 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
608.9 miles from Hilton Head Island, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 11h 33m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
514 mi
9h 19m
I 65
170.3 mi
3h 4m
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
128.5 mi
2h 17m
West Florida Republic Parkway
86.4 mi
1h 33m
GA 96
71.1 mi
1h 32m
TX 80
56.7 mi
1h 3m
I 85
43.7 mi
48m
US 280
40.6 mi
46m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 514 mi, about 9h 19m
Traffic on I-10
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 96 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~3,017 veh/hr typical
· worst 3,722
Quietest
2 AM
~351 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
8.6×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hilton Head Island, SC and Fashing, TX.
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Start on Allen Road
0.2 mi·41 sec·Allen Road
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Turn left onto Marshland Road
2.2 mi·5 min·Marshland Road
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Take the ramp
0.4 mi·53 sec
4
Merge onto US 278
2.3 mi·2 min·Cross Island Parkway
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Merge onto US 278
3.9 mi·4 min·William Hilton Parkway
6
Continue on US 278
11 mi·15 min·Fording Island Road
7
Continue on US 278
6.3 mi·7 min·Independence Boulevard
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi·37 sec
Toward I 95 South: Savannah
9
Merge onto I 95
21 mi·22 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi·17 sec
Exit 99Toward I 16 West: Macon, SavannahUse the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I-85 South, US 29 South, US 280 West: Auburn, MontgomeryUse the left lane.
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Continue on I 85
44 mi·47 min·I 85
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
32
Keep slight left at fork onto I 85
0.2 mi·15 sec·I 85
Toward I 65 South: Mobile, Day Street
33
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·21 sec
Toward I-65 South: Mobile
34
Continue on this road
0.1 mi·14 sec·this road
Exit 171Toward I 65 South: Mobile
35
Merge onto I 65; US 82
170 mi·3 hr 4 min·I 65; US 82
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Keep slight right at fork
0.7 mi·55 sec
Toward I 10 West: Mississippi
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Merge onto I 10
103 mi·1 hr 50 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
38
Keep slight right at fork onto I 12
0.2 mi·14 sec·West Florida Republic Parkway
Toward I 12, I 59: Hammond, Baton Rouge, Hattiesburg
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Continue on I 12
86 mi·1 hr 33 min·West Florida Republic Parkway
Exit 267BToward I 12: Hammond, Baton RougeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
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Merge onto I 10
3.6 mi·4 min·I 10
Use the slight right lane.
41
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10
408 mi·7 hr 24 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
42
Take the exit
0.2 mi·27 sec
Exit 628Toward TX 80: San Marcos, NixonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
43
Continue on Ih 10 East Access Road
0.1 mi·20 sec·Ih 10 East Access Road
44
Turn left onto TX 80
57 mi·1 hr 3 min·TX 80
45
Turn left onto TX 80; TX 123
0.3 mi·43 sec·North Badger Drive
46
Turn right onto Weir Street
45 ft·4 sec·Weir Street
47
Turn left onto Badgerette Drive
0.2 mi·19 sec·Badgerette Drive
48
Turn straight onto US 181 Business
0.4 mi·42 sec·East Calvert Avenue
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Turn left onto FM 99
0.4 mi·43 sec·South Panna Maria Avenue
50
Turn right onto FM 99
16 mi·26 min·West South Line Street
51
Turn right onto FM 2924
152 ft·3 sec·FM 2924
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Arrive at destination
FM 2924
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 22-hour, 1,217.8-mile drive, plan for a three-day itinerary, breaking up the longest stretch of 514 miles on I-10. Starting early in the morning will help you maximize daylight driving and reach your first planned stop with ample time. With six planned stops, you can easily incorporate rest breaks and refuel every few hours. Keep a close eye on your fuel levels, especially during the longer segments on I-10, as services can sometimes be spaced out.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
This drive is better paced as a 3-day trip.
Plan roughly 6 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 608.9 miles from Hilton Head Island, SC, or about 11h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 514 miles.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 220 miles or 4h 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 608.9 miles or 11h 33m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 405.9 miles or 7h 54m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 21h 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fashing, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hilton Head Island, SC so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
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Treat this as a 3-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Hilton Head Island, SC
Aim for roughly 406 miles and 7.6 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Keep the middle miles efficient
Aim for roughly 406 miles and 7.6 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 3
Finish the approach into Fashing, TX
Aim for roughly 406 miles and 7.6 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 220 miles from Hilton Head Island, SC.
This route usually feels better as a 3-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 6 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 10 for about 514 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 38
5 decision points cluster between mile 47 and 1143.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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47 mi into trip|~59m in
Take the exit toward I 16 West: Macon, Savannah
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 99
Toward I 16 West: Macon, Savannah
7
47.2 mi into trip|~59m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 16 West: Macon, Savannah
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 99
Toward I 16 West: Macon, Savannah
6
176.6 mi into trip|~3h 19m in
Keep slight left at fork toward GA 358: Allentown, Danville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward GA 358: Allentown, Danville
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309.5 mi into trip|~6h 8m in|US 280
Take the exit onto US 280 toward I-85 South, US 29 South, US 280 West: Auburn, Montgomery
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I-85 South, US 29 South, US 280 West: Au...
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1143.4 mi into trip|~21h 15m in
Take the exit toward TX 80: San Marcos, Nixon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 628
Toward TX 80: San Marcos, Nixon
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$193.70 one way
$387.39 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg426 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.41
$211.20
$422.39
premium
$4.78
$229.13
$458.26
diesel
$5.35
$256.51
$513.01
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$194
Hotel (2n)
$160–$280
Meals
$75–$150
Total
$429–$624
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 426.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $128 in charging
· 4 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
365.3
4
$127.87
$58.45
Efficient EV
304.5
3
$106.56
$48.71
EV Truck/SUV
487.1
6
$170.49
$77.94
Gas CO2
426 kg
EV CO2
142 kg (67% less)
This is a long EV road trip requiring 4 charging stops. Plan your route around charger locations and allow extra time for charging.
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 Jun 1, 2026
Origin
Hilton Head Island, SC
Afternoon
in Hilton Head Island on Wednesday
Local time
3:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
NW 3 mph35% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Fashing, TX
Afternoon
in Fashing on Wednesday
Local time
2:01 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Mostly Cloudy
SE 5 mph1% chanceLive forecast
67°F
Hamilton, GA
304 mi in
73°F
Pennsylvania, AL
609 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.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
Time zone
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
1 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
22h 48m on the road
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Reconstruction Era National Historical Park
National Historical Park
The Reconstruction era,1861-1900 the historic period in which the United States grappled with the question of how to integrate millions of newly freed African Americans into social, political, economi...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly an interstate experience, with 96% of the drive taking place on major highways like I-10, I-65, and the Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway. Expect long stretches of consistent driving, including a significant segment of 514 miles on I-10. While the profile is classified as a 'long-distance drive,' its highway-heavy nature means you'll spend most of your time on high-speed, direct routes. The character of the drive is consistent, prioritizing forward momentum across the landscape.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
52 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 514 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and I 65. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 47 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 38 significant decision points across 1217.8 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 47 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 47.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 176.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
482 ft11 ft
Total Climb
918 ft
Total Descent
491 ft
Highest Point
482 ft
~261 mi in
Elevation Range
471 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Hilton Head Island, SC and Fashing, TX, road signs point toward Danville, Montgomery, Baton Rouge, Hattiesburg and Nixon.
Hilton Head Island is a city and barrier island in South Carolina, just across the border from Savannah, Georgia. With an approximate population of 40,000, it is on a beautiful, sub-tropical 12-mile (19-km) barrier island. Hilton Head Island is a vacation playland with famous beaches and great golf courses that overlook the Atlantic Ocean.
Top landmarks
•Cherry Hill School — historic school for African-American students located at Hilton Head Island, Bea...
•St. Luke's Parish Zion Chapel of Ease Cemetery — historic site in Beaufort County, South Carolina, US
The longest stretch is about 514 miles on I 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — a 3-day pace is more comfortable than one long haul. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 406 miles on day one.
Yes — we found about 115 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Fashing, TX before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 6 meaningful breaks. There are 115 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 47 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 47.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 176.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Reconstruction Era National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 22.8 hours each way, a round trip means 45.6 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Fashing, TX before the return drive.
