Getting Here
With easy air and land access, getting to the Hilton Head Island area is easy.
Located at the southernmost tip of South Carolina, the Hilton Head Island area is about 20 minutes drive time from I-95, via Exit 8. Once you've arrived, be sure to visit our Welcome Center for more visitor information.
Airline Service
Two airports service the Hilton Head Island area: Hilton Head Airport, located approximately 5 miles (8 km) from all Island resorts, and Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport, located approximately 45 miles (72 km) south of the Island.
Driving Directions
Driving to Hilton Head Island
From I-95: Take Exit 8 (eight miles from the Georgia border) and go east following signs to Hilton Head Island. This is Highway 278 and you will travel about 18 miles and then you cross the bridge to Hilton Head. Continue over the bridge and look for signs for the Cross Island Expressway. If you are going to the south end of the island (Shipyard, Coligny, Forest Beach, Sea Pines) stay to your left and use the expressway (Toll $1.25) to save time. Otherwise, keep right and stay on Highway 278 Business.
After you cross the bridge onto Hilton Head Island, look for the Welcome Center and Coastal Discovery Museum on your right. The Welcome Center has brochures on Hilton Head activities, additional maps and upcoming events.
Flying into the Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport
If flying into the Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport, take I-95 North and follow the above directions.
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