How far is West Columbia, SC from Myrtle Beach, SC?

Fastest route

The distance from West Columbia, South Carolina, to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is approximately 154 miles (248 kilometers). The fastest route, considering traffic conditions, is via I-20 E. The estimated travel time is 2 hours and 49 minutes.

Directions

1. 🚗 Head southwest on Monticello St toward Lexington St.
2. 🛣️ Turn left onto SC-12 E/Jarvis Klapman Blvd and continue to follow SC-12 E.
3. 🛣️ Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto US-176 W/US-21 N/US-321 N/Huger St and continue to follow US-176 W/US-21 N/US-321 N.
4. 🛣️ Keep right at the fork, follow signs for US-21/US-176/US-321/Elmwood Ave and continue onto US-176 W/US-21 N/US-321 N/US-76 E.
5. 🛣️ Take I-20 E to SC-327 S in Florence County. Take exit 170 from I-95 N.
6. 🛣️ Merge onto SC-327 S and continue to Myrtle Beach.
7. 🛣️ Use State Rd S-21-24, US-76 E, S Hwy 501 S, and US-17 BUS N to reach Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

Tips & Suggestions

• 🚦 Check traffic conditions before starting your journey for the most efficient route.
• 🛣️ Stick to major highways and interstates to ensure a smoother and faster drive.
• 🍽️ Plan for rest stops and meal breaks along the way to keep refreshed.
• ⛽ Make sure your vehicle is in good condition and has enough fuel for the trip.
• 📱 Use a GPS navigation app to stay on track and avoid getting lost.
• 🚘 Share driving responsibilities if possible to reduce fatigue during the long journey.
• 🌇 Enjoy the scenic views during the drive, especially as you approach Myrtle Beach.

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between West Columbia and Myrtle Beach is 127.27 miles (204.82 km).

Flight distance from West Columbia, SC to Myrtle Beach, SC is 127.27 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 19 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 17 minutes to travel from West Columbia to Myrtle Beach with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from West Columbia, South Carolina to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is: 160.07 miles (257.61 km) by car.

Driving from West Columbia to Myrtle Beach will take approximately 02 hours 42 minutes.

#1 West Columbia

City in Lexington County, South Carolina, United States of America

Population	18109
GPS Coordinates	33°59'37"N 81°4'26"W
Latitude	33.9934900
Longitude	-81.0739800
Altitude	87
Country	United States

#2 Myrtle Beach

Coastal city in South Carolina, United States

Population	35555
GPS Coordinates	33°41'21"N 78°53'12"W
Latitude	33.6890600
Longitude	-78.8866900
Altitude	8
Country	United States

Estimated Travel Time Between West Columbia and Myrtle Beach

The distance between West Columbia and Myrtle Beach is 258 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 51 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.

There is no time difference between West Columbia and Myrtle Beach. The current time is 07:16:56.

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 21.38 liters (5.65 gallon) of gas to cover the route between West Columbia and Myrtle Beach.
The estimated cost of gas to go from West Columbia to Myrtle Beach is $17.53 (diesel $23.59).

South Carolina gas prices.

Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.

The average gas price (in South Carolina ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.104 (Diesel $4.176) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 26, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between West Columbia and Myrtle Beach (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.