How far is Murrells Inlet, SC from Columbia, SC?
The driving distance from Murrells Inlet, SC to Columbia, SC is about 164 miles (263.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 118.6 miles (190.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 53m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 56m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Williamsburg County, South Carolina, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Murrells Inlet and Columbia.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Murrells Inlet and Columbia.
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Start on US 17 Business
1660 ft · 59 sec · US 17 Business
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Turn right onto Wachesaw Road
1253 ft · 36 sec · Wachesaw Road
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Turn left onto Highway 17
1.8 mi · 2 min · Highway 17
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Continue on Ocean Highway
17.4 mi · 25 min · Ocean Highway
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Continue on L. H. Siau Bridge
1340 ft · 25 sec · L. H. Siau Bridge
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Continue on Church Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · Church Street
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Merge slight left onto Highmarket Street
9.4 mi · 13 min · Highmarket Street
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Continue on Georgetown Highway
6.2 mi · 7 min · Georgetown Highway
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Continue on Georgetown Highway
1.7 mi · 2 min · Georgetown Highway
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Continue on East Main Street
1.7 mi · 3 min · East Main Street
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Continue on US Highway 521
26.8 mi · 30 min · US Highway 521
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Continue on Society Street
1.2 km · 54 sec · Society Street
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Continue on Society Street
2787 ft · 36 sec · Society Street
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Continue on C E Murray Boulevard
11.5 mi · 13 min · C E Murray Boulevard
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Turn slight right
103 m · 4 sec
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Keep slight left
984 ft · 15 sec
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Merge slight left onto Greeleyville Highway
2.4 mi · 3 min · Greeleyville Highway
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Continue on East Boyce Street
2023 ft · 58 sec · East Boyce Street
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Turn right onto North Church Street
1.1 km · 49 sec · North Church Street
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Continue on North Brooks Street
15.1 mi · 17 min · North Brooks Street
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Turn left onto South Guignard Parkway
1.1 mi · 1 min · South Guignard Parkway
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Continue on South Guignard Drive
3.6 mi · 4 min · South Guignard Drive
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Continue on Bultman Drive
1.1 km · 2 min · Bultman Drive
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Turn left onto Broad Street
3.3 mi · 6 min · Broad Street
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Continue straight
34.2 mi · 42 min
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Continue on Devine Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · Devine Street
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Turn slight right onto Millwood Avenue
1.4 mi · 3 min · Millwood Avenue
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Turn left onto Gervais Street
1.3 mi · 3 min · Gervais Street
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Continue on Gervais Street
71 m · 22 sec · Gervais Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Gervais Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Murrells Inlet and Columbia.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Broad Street
Continue straight
34.2 mi · 00h 42m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny leaving Murrells Inlet and Sunny near Columbia.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Murrells Inlet to Columbia?
The road trip is about 164 miles (263.9 km) and usually takes 02h 56m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Greeleyville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 72.8 miles from Murrells Inlet and 91.2 miles from Columbia.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 118.6 miles (190.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 45.4 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:36 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.93 one way or $45.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 51.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Murrells Inlet and Sunny near Columbia.
Stop Ideas Near Greeleyville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Greeleyville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Murrells Inlet and Columbia. Straight-line distance: 118.62 mi (190.9 km).
#1 Murrells Inlet
Town in Georgetown County and Horry County, South Carolina, United States
| Population | 7,547 |
| Coordinates | 33.5510000, -79.0414300 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Columbia
The most populous city in South Carolina.
| Population | 132,130 |
| Coordinates | 34.0007100, -81.0348100 |
| Altitude | 89 |
| Country | United States |
End: Gervais Street (-81.034853, 34.000804)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 264 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 02m |
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 | $22.93 | $45.87 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $25.64 | $51.29 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $27.66 | $55.33 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $32.56 | $65.13 |
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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