Drive guide
Surfside Beach to Charleston, SC
Travelmath lists the drive from Surfside Beach, SC, to Charleston, SC, as 88 miles. Its estimated drive time is 1 hour, 52 minutes.
Sources checked September 26, 2026: Travelmath driving distance (opens in a new tab) and Travelmath drive time (opens in a new tab).
Before you drive
Travelmath bases its drive time on typical traffic conditions, not live traffic. These figures describe a one-way drive between the two cities.
Your exact addresses, route, traffic, and stops can change the distance and time. Check directions for your departure time before you leave.