How far is Rock Hill, SC from Sullivans Island, SC?
The driving distance from Rock Hill, SC to Sullivans Island, SC is about 145.2 miles (233.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 131.4 miles (211.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 59m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 59m.
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Town in South Carolina, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rock Hill and Sullivans Island.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rock Hill and Sullivans Island.
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Start on State Highway 215S
6.4 mi · 11 min · State Highway 215S
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Continue on Monticello Road
12.6 mi · 22 min · Monticello Road
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Take the ramp straight
1307 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
4 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 26 East: Charleston
1653 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left
1.1 km · 56 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Charleston
102.9 mi · 1 hr 53 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Aviation Avenue, Remount Road
1137 ft · 28 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Remount Road, Hanahan
1865 ft · 46 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Remount Road, Hanahan
952 ft · 29 sec
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Turn left onto Remount Road
1932 ft · 45 sec · Remount Road
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Turn right onto Rivers Avenue
1.3 km · 1 min · Rivers Avenue
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Take the ramp slight left
1890 ft · 48 sec
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Merge slight left onto Mark Clark Expressway
11.9 mi · 15 min · Mark Clark Expressway
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Continue on Chuck Dawley Boulevard
1.4 km · 2 min · Chuck Dawley Boulevard
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Turn left onto Myrick Road
1758 ft · 51 sec · Myrick Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Rifle Range Road
1437 ft · 38 sec · Rifle Range Road
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Turn left onto Ben Sawyer Boulevard
2.2 mi · 3 min · Ben Sawyer Boulevard
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Continue on Station 22 1/2 Street
933 ft · 19 sec · Station 22 1/2 Street
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Turn right
18 m · 5 sec
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Turn right
11 m · 3 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 Rock Hill and Sullivans Island.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Charleston
Keep slight right to continue on Charleston
103 mi · 01h 53m
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 Rock Hill and Mostly Sunny near Sullivans Island.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rock Hill to Sullivans Island?
The road trip is about 145.2 miles (233.6 km) and usually takes 02h 59m 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?
Bowman is a useful midpoint, sitting about 72.6 miles from Rock Hill and 72.6 miles from Sullivans Island.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 131.4 miles (211.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.8 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 12:30 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.28 one way or $40.56 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Rock Hill and Mostly Sunny near Sullivans Island.
Stop Ideas Near Bowman
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rock Hill and Sullivans Island. Straight-line distance: 131.36 mi (211.4 km).
#1 Rock Hill
The second most populous city in York County, South Carolina.
| Population | 76,318 |
| Coordinates | 34.2518200, -81.2550900 |
| Altitude | 132 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sullivans Island
Island in the United States of America
| Population | 1,791 |
| Coordinates | 32.7632300, -79.8367500 |
| Altitude | 4 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sullivans Island (-79.83675, 32.76323)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 234 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 48m |
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 | $20.28 | $40.56 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $22.68 | $45.35 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $24.46 | $48.93 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $28.79 | $57.59 |
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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