How far is Murrells Inlet, SC from Summerville, SC?
The driving distance from Murrells Inlet, SC to Summerville, SC is about 88.3 miles (142.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 75.1 miles (120.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 19m 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 09m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Town in South Carolina, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Murrells Inlet and Summerville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Murrells Inlet and Summerville.
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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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Take the exit slight left
115 m · 11 sec
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Turn left onto Saints Delight Road
13.8 mi · 19 min · Saints Delight Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto County Line Road
5.8 mi · 8 min · County Line Road
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Turn right
17.8 mi · 26 min
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Turn left
1.2 km · 1 min
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Continue straight
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Turn right onto North Live Oak Drive
12 mi · 18 min · North Live Oak Drive
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Continue on North Main Street
6 mi · 10 min · North Main Street
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Turn left onto East Richardson Avenue
35 m · 5 sec · East Richardson Avenue
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Turn right
28 m · 7 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Murrells Inlet and Summerville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
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17.8 mi · 00h 26m
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 Mostly Sunny near Summerville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Murrells Inlet to Summerville?
The road trip is about 88.3 miles (142.1 km) and usually takes 02h 09m 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?
Jamestown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 44.1 miles from Murrells Inlet and 44.2 miles from Summerville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 75.1 miles (120.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.2 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 2:10 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.36 one way or $24.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Murrells Inlet and Mostly Sunny near Summerville.
Stop Ideas Near Jamestown
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Murrells Inlet and Summerville. Straight-line distance: 75.14 mi (120.92 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 Summerville
Town in South Carolina, United States
| Population | 53,301 |
| Coordinates | 33.0185000, -80.1756500 |
| Altitude | 27 |
| Country | United States |
End: Summerville (-80.17565, 33.0185)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 142 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 06m |
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 | $12.36 | $24.72 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $13.82 | $27.64 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $14.91 | $29.81 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $17.55 | $35.09 |
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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