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

The drive from Charleston to Myrtle Beach takes about 1 hr 35 min in normal traffic at typical highway speeds.

Where is the halfway point between Charleston and Myrtle Beach?

The geographic midpoint sits roughly between the two cities. Use MidMeetup's halfway point calculator to see the exact coordinates and venue suggestions.

What are the best restaurants or coffee shops halfway between Charleston and Myrtle Beach?

MidMeetup ranks restaurants, coffee shops, and bars within walking distance of the exact midpoint between Charleston and Myrtle Beach, filtered by rating and current opening hours.

Distance Guide

How far is Charleston from Myrtle Beach?

Q: How far is Charleston from Myrtle Beach?

Charleston, SC is approximately 87 miles from Myrtle Beach, SC as the crow flies, and around the same by interstate driving.

The distance between Charleston, SC and Myrtle Beach, SC is about 87 miles — roughly a 1 hr 35 min drive at typical highway speeds.

Distance

87 mi

Drive time

1 hr 35 min

Midpoint

33.233°, -79.409°

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Midpoint

33.2328°, -79.4089°

Charleston and Myrtle Beach are about 87 miles apart — each person drives roughly 44 miles.

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Sample of top spots near this midpoint

Coffee

Roastery & Co.

★ 4.8 · Open · Quick stop

Brunch

Sunday Skillet

★ 4.7 · Open · Patio seating

Bar

The Halfway House

★ 4.6 · Open · Walkable

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Driving from Charleston to Myrtle Beach

Most drivers cover the 87-mile route in about 1 hr 35 min, depending on traffic, weather, and stops. The fair midpoint — a natural place to break the trip or meet someone driving from the other direction.

Meet in the middle instead of driving the whole way

If you and a friend are both making this trip just to see each other, meeting halfway saves everyone roughly half the drive — about 44 miles each instead of 87. MidMeetup picks the exact fair midpoint and recommends restaurants, coffee shops, and bars nearby.

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