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

The driving distance from Myrtle Beach, SC to Darlington, SC is about 77.3 miles (124.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 45m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 70.6 miles (113.7 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 31m 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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Quick Snapshot
Road
77.32 mi
01h 45m
Flight
70.67 mi
113.73 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
70.67 mi
Kilometers
113.73 km
Flight Time
00h 08m

Driving Distance

Road route
77.32 mi
Kilometers
124.44 km
Drive Time
01h 45m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 45m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Darlington
Sat, Apr 11, 1:57 PM EDT
Return by in Myrtle Beach
Sat, Apr 11, 3:43 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Myrtle Beach
2026-04-11T12:11
Arrive Darlington
Sat, Apr 11, 1:57 PM EDT
Route Timing
01h 45m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:46 AM to 11:46 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
2:58 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Myrtle Beach
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Marion
SC

City in and the county seat of Marion County, Kansas, United States

From Myrtle Beach
38.6 mi
00h 52m
To Darlington
38.6 mi
00h 52m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
71°F
Saturday

Sunny

Starts
Sat, Apr 11 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
1 to 9 mph W
Destination
84°F
Saturday

Sunny

Starts
Sat, Apr 11 2:00 AM EDT
Wind
3 mph NW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Myrtle Beach and Darlington.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Myrtle Beach and Darlington.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    21 m · 10 sec

  2. 2

    Turn left

    49 m · 14 sec

  3. 3

    At the end of the road, turn right onto North Kings Highway

    609 ft · 20 sec · North Kings Highway

  4. 4

    Turn left onto 6th Avenue North

    149 m · 22 sec · 6th Avenue North

  5. 5

    Continue on 6th Avenue North

    889 ft · 46 sec · 6th Avenue North

  6. 6

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Alder Street

    47 m · 7 sec · Alder Street

  7. 7

    Turn left

    10.5 mi · 16 min

  8. 8

    Continue on Highway 501 East

    2 mi · 3 min · Highway 501 East

  9. 9

    Continue on Church Street

    31.2 mi · 39 min · Church Street

  10. 10

    Turn straight

    3.2 mi · 4 min

  11. 11

    Continue straight

    6.7 mi · 8 min

  12. 12

    Continue straight

    12.1 mi · 17 min

  13. 13

    Turn slight right onto East Cheves Street

    1 mi · 2 min · East Cheves Street

  14. 14

    Turn right onto South Church Street

    638 ft · 14 sec · South Church Street

  15. 15

    Continue on East Lucas Street

    4.6 mi · 8 min · East Lucas Street

  16. 16

    Continue on South Main Street

    3.4 mi · 4 min · South Main Street

  17. 17

    Continue on South Main Street

    1.6 mi · 3 min · South Main Street

  18. 18

    Turn left onto Pearl Street

    1854 ft · 35 sec · Pearl Street

  19. 19

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Pearl Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Myrtle Beach and Darlington.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
19 steps
9 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
24.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Church Street
49.9 mi · 65%
South Main Street
5.04 mi · 7%
East Lucas Street
4.64 mi · 6%
Highway 501 East
2.03 mi · 3%
East Cheves Street
1 mi · 1%
Pearl Street
0.35 mi
Longest Stretch

Church Street

Continue on Church Street

31.2 mi · 00h 39m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 45m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 32m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+6.7 mi
70.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Marion
00h 52m from Myrtle Beach
Leave By
2:58 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Myrtle Beach and Sunny near Darlington.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Myrtle Beach to Darlington?

The road trip is about 77.3 miles (124.4 km) and usually takes 01h 45m 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?

Marion is a useful midpoint, sitting about 38.6 miles from Myrtle Beach and 38.6 miles from Darlington.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 70.6 miles (113.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.7 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 2:58 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.81 one way or $21.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Myrtle Beach and Sunny near Darlington.

Stop Ideas Near Marion

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Marion and the surrounding midpoint area.
Marion Old Town Hall and Opera House
Scenic stop 7.8 mi away

Marion Old Town Hall and Opera House

Marion , SC
Marion, SC 29571
Rating 4.6/5 5 reviews Historical landmark
Marion City Hall
Meeting point 7.8 mi away

Marion City Hall

Marion , SC
107 S Main St, Marion, SC 29571
Rating 5.0/5 1 reviews City Hall,City government office

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Marion.

RAIL

Dillon

27 mi away
100 North Railroad Avenue
RAIL

Florence

33 mi away
805 East Day Street
RAIL

Kingstree

69 mi away
101 East Main St.
RAIL

Hamlet

83 mi away
West Main St. and North Bridges St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Myrtle Beach and Darlington. Straight-line distance: 70.67 mi (113.73 km).

Myrtle Beach

#1 Myrtle Beach

Coastal city in South Carolina, United States

Population35,555
Coordinates33.6890600, -78.8866900
Altitude8
CountryUnited States
Darlington

#2 Darlington

City in South Carolina

Population5,901
Coordinates34.2998800, -79.8761700
Altitude46
CountryUnited States
Start: Myrtle Beach (-78.88669, 33.68906)
End: Darlington (-79.87617, 34.29988)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 124 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 34m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 55m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 32m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 17m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 06m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 57m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.73 gal
10.33 L · about $10.81
Round trip
$21.63
5.46 gal · 20.66 L
Estimated CO2
24.3 kg one way
Round trip: 48.5 kg / 107 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.96 $10.81 $21.63
Mid-grade $4.43 $12.09 $24.18
Premium $4.78 $13.04 $26.09
Diesel $5.62 $15.35 $30.71

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in South Carolina · Apr 11, 2026

There is no time difference between Myrtle Beach and Darlington. The current time is 12:11:40.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.