How far is Red Hill, SC from Myrtle Beach, SC?

Fastest route

The fastest route from Red Hill, South Carolina, USA to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, USA is via US-501 S. The estimated travel time is 19 minutes covering a distance of 13.1 miles.

Directions

  1. Head northwest on Dobbs Rd toward State Rd S-26-14. [๐Ÿงญ]
  2. Turn left onto State Rd S-26-14. [๐Ÿšฆ]
  3. Follow US-501 S to 3rd Ave S. [๐Ÿš—]
  4. Turn left onto US-501 BUS N. [๐Ÿšฆ]
  5. Continue straight onto S Carolina 544 Overpass. [๐Ÿ›ฃ๏ธ]
  6. Use the right lane to merge onto US-501 S via the ramp to Myrtle Beach/N Myrtle. [๐Ÿš—]
  7. Turn right onto 3rd Ave S, and then turn left onto US-17 BUS N. [๐Ÿšฆ]

Tips & Suggestions

  • Make sure to check the current traffic conditions for the fastest route. [โฐ]
  • Keep an eye out for road signs and follow the directions accordingly. [๐Ÿšง]
  • Stay in the right lane when merging onto US-501 S. [๐Ÿš—]
  • Be cautious while turning left onto US-17 BUS N. [๐Ÿšฆ]
  • Enjoy the journey and have a great time in Myrtle Beach! [๐ŸŒŠ]
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
13.07 mi
00h 24m
Flight
11.85 mi
19.07 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
11.85 mi
Kilometers
19.07 km
Flight Time
00h 01m

Driving Distance

Road route
13.07 mi
Kilometers
21.03 km
Drive Time
00h 24m

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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 24m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Myrtle Beach
Thu, Apr 23, 5:44 AM EDT
Return by in Red Hill
Thu, Apr 23, 6:08 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Red Hill
2026-04-23T05:19
Arrive Myrtle Beach
Thu, Apr 23, 5:44 AM EDT
Route Timing
00h 24m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:24 AM to 7:24 PM EDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
7:42 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Red Hill
10:00 PM EDT
Flexible departure

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
Forestbrook
SC

Census-designated place in Horry County, South Carolina

From Red Hill
6.5 mi
00h 12m
To Myrtle Beach
6.6 mi
00h 12m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
57ยฐF
Overnight

Clear

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 2:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 mph SW
Destination
Myrtle Beach Weather
SC
Live fallback forecast
57ยฐF
Overnight
Using Red Hill as the closest live forecast in the Horry County weather hub.

Clear

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 2:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 mph SW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Red Hill and Myrtle Beach.

  1. 1

    Start on Dobros Road

    95 m ยท 21 sec ยท Dobros Road

  2. 2

    Turn sharp left onto Depot Road

    2323 ft ยท 2 min ยท Depot Road

  3. 3

    Turn left

    3158 ft ยท 1 min

  4. 4

    Continue on SC 544 Overpass

    719 ft ยท 15 sec ยท SC 544 Overpass

  5. 5

    Take the ramp slight right

    791 ft ยท 22 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left onto Highway 501 East

    9 mi ยท 13 min ยท Highway 501 East

  7. 7

    Turn straight

    2 mi ยท 4 min

  8. 8

    Turn slight right onto 8th Avenue North

    76 m ยท 15 sec ยท 8th Avenue North

  9. 9

    Turn right onto North Kings Highway

    1443 ft ยท 41 sec ยท North Kings Highway

  10. 10

    Turn left onto 5th Avenue North

    61 m ยท 11 sec ยท 5th Avenue North

  11. 11

    Turn right

    60 m ยท 14 sec

  12. 12

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m ยท 1 sec

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Turn-heavy local drive

The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.

Directions
12 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
1 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
91.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Highway 501 East
9.05 mi ยท 69%
Depot Road
0.44 mi ยท 3%
SC 544 Overpass
0.29 mi ยท 2%
North Kings Highway
0.27 mi ยท 2%
Dobros Road
0.06 mi
8th Avenue North
0.05 mi
Longest Stretch

Highway 501 East

Merge slight left onto Highway 501 East

9.05 mi ยท 00h 13m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 24m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
00h 48m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+1.1 mi
11.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Forestbrook
00h 12m from Red Hill
Leave By
7:42 PM EDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Clear leaving Red Hill and Clear near Myrtle Beach.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Red Hill to Myrtle Beach?

The road trip is about 13 miles (21 km) and usually takes 00h 24m 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?

Forestbrook is a useful midpoint, sitting about 6.5 miles from Red Hill and 6.6 miles from Myrtle Beach.

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

The direct path is about 11.9 miles (19.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.1 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 7:42 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.82 one way or $3.64 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.1 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Clear around Red Hill and Clear near Myrtle Beach.

Stop Ideas Near Forestbrook

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

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Forestbrook, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

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

RAIL

Kingstree

81 mi away
101 East Main St.
RAIL

Dillon

86 mi away
100 North Railroad Avenue
RAIL

Florence

91 mi away
805 East Day Street
BUS

Wilmington, NC

116 mi away
505 Cando St

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Red Hill and Myrtle Beach. Straight-line distance: 11.85 mi (19.07 km).

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#1 Red Hill

Borough of Pennsylvania

Population13,223
Coordinates33.8207300, -79.0189200
Altitude10
CountryUnited States
Myrtle Beach

#2 Myrtle Beach

Coastal city in South Carolina, United States

Population35,555
Coordinates33.6890600, -78.8866900
Altitude8
CountryUnited States
Start: Dobros Road (-79.018812, 33.820997)
End: North Kings Highway (-78.887105, 33.689329)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 21 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 26m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 19m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 15m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 13m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 11m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 09m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.46 gal
1.75 L ยท about $1.82
Round trip
$3.64
0.92 gal ยท 3.5 L
Estimated CO2
4.1 kg one way
Round trip: 8.2 kg / 18 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.96 $1.82 $3.64
Mid-grade $4.43 $2.04 $4.07
Premium $4.78 $2.20 $4.40
Diesel $5.62 $2.59 $5.17

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 ยท Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Red Hill and Myrtle Beach. The current time is 05:19:35.

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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.