How far is Hardeeville, SC from Hilton Head, SC?
The driving distance from Hardeeville, SC to Hilton Head, SC is about 22.8 miles (36.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 19.8 miles (31.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 59m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Beaufort County, South Carolina, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hardeeville and Hilton Head.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hardeeville and Hilton Head.
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Start on Main Street
37 m · 4 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Whyte Hardee Boulevard
2 mi · 3 min · Whyte Hardee Boulevard
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Turn right onto Independence Boulevard
6.5 mi · 8 min · Independence Boulevard
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Continue on Fording Island Road
10.9 mi · 15 min · Fording Island Road
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Continue on William Hilton Parkway
3.4 mi · 4 min · William Hilton Parkway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · William Hilton Parkway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hardeeville and Hilton Head.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Fording Island Road
Continue on Fording Island Road
10.9 mi · 00h 15m
Route Summary
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A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Hardeeville and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Hilton Head.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hardeeville to Hilton Head?
The road trip is about 22.8 miles (36.7 km) and usually takes 00h 29m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Bluffton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.4 miles from Hardeeville and 11.4 miles from Hilton Head.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 19.8 miles (31.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 3 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:30 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.21 one way or $6.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Hardeeville and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Hilton Head.
Stop Ideas Near Bluffton
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hardeeville and Hilton Head. Straight-line distance: 19.78 mi (31.84 km).
#1 Hardeeville
City in Jasper County, South Carolina, United States of America
| Population | 8,451 |
| Coordinates | 32.2871400, -81.0806700 |
| Altitude | 8 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hilton Head
Resort town in South Carolina, USA
| Population | 37,099 |
| Coordinates | 32.2163200, -80.7526100 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hilton Head (-80.75261, 32.21632)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 37 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 17m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.96 | $3.21 | $6.42 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $3.59 | $7.17 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $3.87 | $7.74 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $4.56 | $9.11 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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