Origin
Myrtle Beach, SC
Late night in Myrtle Beach on Tuesday
Local time
4:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Myrtle Beach, SC to Conway, SC
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
24m
Distance
14.1 mi
23 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 22m
★
6 AM
0h 24m
8 AM
0h 28m
10 AM
0h 25m
12 PM
0h 25m
3 PM
0h 26m
5 PM
0h 28m
8 PM
0h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Myrtle Beach, SC
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Conway, SC
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transition from the coast to the inland charm of South Carolina, the 14.1-mile journey from Myrtle Beach to Conway is an ideal day trip. You can expect a short 24-minute drive, making this a highly efficient route for those who want to reach their destination quickly. Budgeting just $2 for fuel covers the trip, as the distance is quite manageable. Since both cities are located within the Southeast region, the transition is seamless and lacks any dramatic shifts in climate or geography. You do not need to worry about overnight logistics, as the proximity allows for total flexibility in your schedule. It is a straightforward, no-fuss connection perfect for a morning outing or an afternoon excursion.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 501 | 10.5 mi | 16m |
| US 501 Business | 3 mi | 5m |
| 6th Avenue North | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| North Kings Highway | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| 4th Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Alder Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 501
— 10.5 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Myrtle Beach, SC and Conway, SC.
1
Start on this road
69 ft
·
9 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left
159 ft
·
13 sec
3
At end of road, turn right onto US 17 Business
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
North Kings Highway
4
Turn left onto 6th Avenue North
489 ft
·
21 sec
·
6th Avenue North
5
Continue on 6th Avenue North
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
·
6th Avenue North
6
At end of road, turn right onto Alder Street
154 ft
·
6 sec
·
Alder Street
7
Turn left onto US 501
11 mi
·
16 min
·
US 501
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Turn straight onto US 501 Business
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
US 501 Business
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Turn left onto SC 905
331 ft
·
9 sec
·
4th Avenue
Use the left lane.
10
Arrive at destination
SC 905
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 14 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 17 Business / North Kings Highway
At end of road, turn right onto US 17 Business / North Kings Highway
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
6th Avenue North
Turn left onto 6th Avenue North
Navigation decision point
5
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Alder Street
At end of road, turn right onto Alder Street
Navigation decision point
5
14 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
SC 905 / 4th Avenue
Turn left onto SC 905 / 4th Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.20 one way
$4.41 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $2.41 | $4.82 |
| premium | $4.70 | $2.61 | $5.22 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.11 | $6.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.48 | $0.68 |
| Efficient EV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.23 | $0.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.97 | $0.90 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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.
Destination
Conway, SC
Late night in Conway on Tuesday
Local time
4:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
25 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
24m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 96% of this trip takes place on major thoroughfares. You will spend the bulk of your time on US 501, which features a long, uninterrupted 10.5-mile stretch that allows for a steady pace. The route transitions from the busier roads of Myrtle Beach onto US 501 and US 501 Business before finishing via 6th Avenue North. While the road is designed for efficiency rather than sightseeing, the transition from coastal traffic to the more localized flow of Conway is clear. Behind the wheel, you will find a consistent, predictable drive that prioritizes speed and direct access between these two South Carolina hubs.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 10.5 mi on US 501.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 501 and US 501 Business. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 24m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; near the start (US 17 Business / North Kings Highway): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (6th Avenue North): Navigation decision point.
About the Cities
Starting in Myrtle Beach, SC
Full guide →Myrtle Beach is a major tourist destination and the central focus of the Grand Strand coast of South Carolina. It is widely known for its wide beaches, numerous golf courses, seafood restaurants, and outlet-style shopping, as well as one of the highest concentrations of miniature golf courses you'll find anywhere. A popular spring break destination, Myrtle Beach is heavily developed and crowded, in contrast to other Southern beaches, such as the Outer Banks in North Carolina, and attracts a lot of tourists from other Southern states or "Snowbirds" from the North, who may own a condominium or timeshare along the coast.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 24m. Total distance: 14.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 10.5 miles on US 501. 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: Navigation decision point; near the start (US 17 Business / North Kings Highway): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (6th Avenue North): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Conway, SC before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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