How far is Columbia, SC from Myrtle Beach, SC?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Columbia and Myrtle Beach is 125.13 miles (201.38 km).

Flight distance from Columbia, SC to Myrtle Beach, SC is 125.13 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 18 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 16 minutes to travel from Columbia to Myrtle Beach with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Columbia, South Carolina to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is: 153.94 miles (247.74 km) by car.

Driving from Columbia to Myrtle Beach will take approximately 02 hours 37 minutes.

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#1 Columbia

The most populous city in South Carolina. It is located on the Congaree River in central South Carolina. Columbia is known for its many colleges and universities, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the University of South Carolina and the South Carolina State Museum.

Population 132130
GPS Coordinates 34°0'3"N 81°2'5"W
Latitude 34.0007100
Longitude -81.0348100
Altitude 89
Country United States
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#2 Myrtle Beach

Coastal city in South Carolina, United States

Population 35555
GPS Coordinates 33°41'21"N 78°53'12"W
Latitude 33.6890600
Longitude -78.8866900
Altitude 8
Country United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Columbia and Myrtle Beach

The distance between Columbia and Myrtle Beach is 248 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 45 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.

There is no time difference between Columbia and Myrtle Beach. The current time is 00:14:12.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 05 hours 07 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 03 hours 50 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 03 hours 04 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 02 hours 33 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 02 hours 11 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 02 hours 03 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 01 hours 55 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 20.56 liters (5.43 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Columbia and Myrtle Beach.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Columbia to Myrtle Beach is $16.86 (diesel $22.68).

South Carolina gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.1 $3.53 $3.88 $4.18
Total $16.86 $19.17 $21.1 $22.68

Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.

The average gas price (in South Carolina ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.104 (Diesel $4.176) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 27, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Columbia and Myrtle Beach (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.

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