Is Hilton Head in North Carolina?
No: there is no Hilton Head, North Carolina. Hilton Head Island is in South Carolina, at the southern tip of the state’s coast near Savannah, Georgia, about four and a half hours’ drive from the North Carolina line.
Hilton Head NC or SC?
Hilton Head Island is in South Carolina, not North Carolina. The mix-up is common: both Carolinas have famous beach islands, and many visitors drive down from North Carolina. But Hilton Head is at the far southern end of the South Carolina coast, closer to Georgia than to North Carolina.
Where Hilton Head Island Is
The island is in Beaufort County, about 40 miles from Savannah and 105 from Charleston, with Bluffton across the bridge. For the county, the size of the island and its population, see Hilton Head Island facts.
How Far Hilton Head Is from North Carolina
| From | Distance | Drive |
|---|---|---|
| Charlotte, NC | About 250 miles | About 5 hours |
| Wilmington, NC | About 300 miles | About 6 hours |
| Raleigh, NC | About 320 miles | About 6 hours |
| Outer Banks (Nags Head), NC | About 480 miles | Eight to nine hours |
Hilton Head is a long day’s drive from most of North Carolina, mostly on I-95 or I-26. Flying, the nearest big airport is Savannah, about an hour from the island. See getting to Hilton Head.
If You Meant a North Carolina Beach
If you were thinking of a North Carolina beach, it may have been the Outer Banks, the chain of barrier islands on the state’s northern coast. See Hilton Head vs the Outer Banks for how the two compare, and Hilton Head vs Myrtle Beach for South Carolina’s other big beach town, near the North Carolina line.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hilton Head in North Carolina?
No. Hilton Head Island is in Beaufort County, South Carolina. There is no Hilton Head in North Carolina.
Is Hilton Head NC or SC?
SC. Hilton Head Island is at the southern tip of the South Carolina coast, about 40 miles from Savannah, Georgia.
How far is Hilton Head from North Carolina?
About four and a half hours from the North Carolina line by car, and about five hours from Charlotte.
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