Origin
North Myrtle Beach, SC
Morning in North Myrtle Beach on Tuesday
Local time
6:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North 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
40m
Distance
28.8 mi
46 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 37m
★
6 AM
0h 40m
8 AM
0h 47m
10 AM
0h 43m
12 PM
0h 42m
3 PM
0h 43m
5 PM
0h 47m
8 PM
0h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North 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, this 26.7-mile connection between North Myrtle Beach and Conway is a straightforward choice. You can expect to complete the journey in about 34 minutes, making it an easy day trip that requires no overnight stay. The route utilizes a combination of Highway 17 South, Robert Edge Parkway, and US 501 to navigate the region. With a fuel budget of approximately $4, it is an incredibly economical drive for travelers. Both your starting point and destination are nestled within the Southeast, ensuring a consistent regional feel throughout your short time on the road.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Carolina Bays Parkway | 16.8 mi | 19m |
| US 501 | 5.1 mi | 7m |
| US 501 Business | 3 mi | 5m |
| Robert Edge Parkway | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| 6th Avenue South | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| US Highway 17 South | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| 4th Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Carolina Bays Parkway
— 16.8 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Myrtle Beach, SC and Conway, SC.
1
Start on S-26-358
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
6th Avenue South
2
Turn right onto US 17
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
US Highway 17 South
3
Turn left onto Robert Edge Parkway
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Robert Edge Parkway
Use the left lane.
4
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward SC 31 South: US 501, Myrtle Beach
5
Merge onto SC 31
17 mi
·
19 min
·
Carolina Bays Parkway
6
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 501 North: Carolina Forest, Conway
7
Merge onto US 501
5.1 mi
·
7 min
·
US 501
Use the straight lane.
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 85 decision points cluster between mile 1 and 28.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
Robert Edge Parkway
Turn left onto Robert Edge Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
2.9 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Turn left toward SC 31 South: US 501, Myrtle Beach
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward SC 31 South: US 501, Myrtle Beach
5
20 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Take the exit toward US 501 North: Carolina Forest, Conway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 501 North: Carolina Forest, Conway
5
20.6 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
US 501
Merge onto US 501
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
28.7 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
SC 905 / 4th Avenue
Turn left onto SC 905 / 4th Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.50 one way
$9.01 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $4.92 | $9.85 |
| premium | $4.70 | $5.33 | $10.66 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.36 | $12.72 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.02 | $1.38 |
| Efficient EV | 7.2 | 0 | $2.52 | $1.15 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.5 | 0 | $4.03 | $1.84 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Morning in Conway on Tuesday
Local time
6:36 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
27 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
40m 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 turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route features zero percent highway travel. You will be navigating local roads, which requires your full attention as you transition off the coastal grid. The drive maintains a steady, functional pace as you move through these South Carolina communities. Because the total distance is under 30 miles, you will find yourself behind the wheel for a very manageable duration. Prepare for frequent turns and intersections rather than long, uninterrupted stretches of highway speed.
94% 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: 16.8 mi on Carolina Bays Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Carolina Bays Parkway and US 501. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near Robert Edge Parkway.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 28.8 miles you will encounter 8 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: at 1 miles (Robert Edge Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from North Myrtle Beach, SC to Conway, SC, road signs begin pointing toward Myrtle Beach along the way.
Myrtle Beach
2.9 mi in
|
~5m
About the Cities
Starting in North Myrtle Beach, SC
Full guide →North Myrtle Beach is a small town in South Carolina with approximately 15,000 residents. North Myrtle Beach proudly has two claims to fame. It is the birthplace of South Carolina's state dance, the shag. It is also the hometown of Vanna White of "Wheel of Fortune" fame.
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 40m. Total distance: 28.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 16.8 miles on Carolina Bays Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Conway, SC before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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: at 1 miles (Robert Edge Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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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