How far is Port Royal, SC from Hilton Head Island, SC?
Fastest route
The distance from Port Royal, South Carolina to Hilton Head Island, South Carolina is approximately 32.7 miles (52.6 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 1 hour and 5 minutes.
Directions
- Head north on Paris Ave toward 15th St.
- Turn left onto Ribaut Rd.
- Continue straight onto Parris Island Gateway.
- Turn left onto SC-128.
- Turn left onto SC-170 W/Robert Smalls Pkwy.
- Use the right lane to take the ramp to S Carolina 170/Beaufort.
- Merge onto US-278 E.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Plan ahead: Before starting your journey, check the traffic conditions for the fastest route.
- ⛽ Fuel up: Ensure your vehicle has enough fuel for the trip.
- 🗺️ GPS or map: Use a GPS device or have a map handy to avoid getting lost.
- 🚦 Traffic updates: Stay informed about any road closures or detours.
- 🕑 Time management: Allocate sufficient time for the 1-hour and 5-minute journey.
- 🚧 Road conditions: Be mindful of the road conditions and drive safely.
- 🚘 Vehicle maintenance: Ensure your vehicle is in good working condition before the trip.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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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 00h 51m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Beaufort County, South Carolina, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Port Royal and Hilton Head Island.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Port Royal and Hilton Head Island.
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Start on Paris Avenue
2052 ft · 48 sec · Paris Avenue
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Turn left onto Ribaut Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Ribaut Road
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Continue on Russell Bell Bridge
3174 ft · 1 min · Russell Bell Bridge
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Continue on Parris Island Gateway
1.2 mi · 2 min · Parris Island Gateway
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Turn left onto Savannah Highway
2.1 mi · 4 min · Savannah Highway
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Turn left onto Robert Smalls Parkway
1937 ft · 25 sec · Robert Smalls Parkway
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Continue on Edward Burton Rodgers Bridge
1.7 mi · 2 min · Edward Burton Rodgers Bridge
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Continue on Okatie Highway
12.3 mi · 14 min · Okatie Highway
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Take the exit slight right
1365 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left onto Fording Island Road
9.3 mi · 13 min · Fording Island Road
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Continue on William Hilton Parkway
3.8 mi · 5 min · William Hilton Parkway
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Keep slight left to continue on Cross Island Parkway
2.4 mi · 3 min · Cross Island Parkway
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Take the exit slight right
2198 ft · 59 sec
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Turn left onto Marshland Road
2.3 mi · 6 min · Marshland Road
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Turn right onto Allen Road
887 ft · 39 sec · Allen Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Allen Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Port Royal and Hilton Head Island.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Okatie Highway
Continue on Okatie Highway
12.3 mi · 00h 14m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Port Royal and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Hilton Head Island.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Port Royal to Hilton Head Island?
The road trip is about 37.5 miles (60.3 km) and usually takes 00h 51m 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?
Bluffton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.1 miles from Port Royal and 18.3 miles from Hilton Head Island.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 13 miles (21 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.5 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 4:46 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.23 one way or $10.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Port Royal and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Hilton Head Island.
Stop Ideas Near Bluffton
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 Bluffton.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Port Royal and Hilton Head Island. Straight-line distance: 13.07 mi (21.04 km).
#1 Port Royal
Settlement in Jamaica
| Population | 14,516 |
| Coordinates | 32.3790800, -80.6926100 |
| Altitude | 7 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hilton Head Island
Resort town in South Carolina, USA
| Population | 39,619 |
| Coordinates | 32.1938200, -80.7381600 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| Country | United States |
End: Allen Road (-80.737481, 32.193969)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 60 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 28m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $5.23 | $10.46 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $5.85 | $11.69 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $6.31 | $12.61 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $7.42 | $14.85 |
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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