Bluffton travel guide

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You're Going to Love Bluffton

With a population of 12,530, Bluffton is a must-see destination in South Carolina, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Bluffton deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Bluffton

If you’re looking for affordable options, Truffles Cafe - Belfair (91 Towne Drive) and Nectar Farm Kitchen- Bluffton (207 Bluffton Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Bluffton

Bluffton in January
Estimated hotel price
$170
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bluffton in January
Estimated hotel price
$170
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Bluffton

Plane

When flying to Bluffton, you’ll arrive at Hilton Head Island (HHH), which is located 10 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Bluffton include United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Bluffton departs from New Haven and takes around 1h 31m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Bluffton.

Car

Another option to get to Bluffton is to pick up a car rental from Jacksonville, which is about 140 miles from Bluffton. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Easirent, among others, in Jacksonville.

Bus

Bluffton’s bus station is located 0.7 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Bluffton, you’ll arrive at Hilton Head Island (HHH), which is located 10 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Bluffton include United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Bluffton departs from New Haven and takes around 1h 31m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Bluffton.

Car

Another option to get to Bluffton is to pick up a car rental from Jacksonville, which is about 140 miles from Bluffton. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Easirent, among others, in Jacksonville.

Bus

Bluffton’s bus station is located 0.7 miles from the city center.

Airlines serving Bluffton

Lufthansa
Good (4,697 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,586 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,598 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,269 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (491 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,116 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,957 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,437 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,936 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (224 reviews)
Finnair
Good (863 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,172 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,727 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,587 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (726 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (4,551 reviews)
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Where to stay in Bluffton

Average rates range from around $469 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $597 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Bluffton

Most booked hotels in Bluffton

Montage Palmetto Bluff
5 stars
Excellent (9.6, 34 reviews)
$597+
Palmera Inn and Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 3047 reviews)
$200+
Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 768 reviews)
$459+
Hampton Inn & Suites Bluffton-Sun City
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 303 reviews)
$137+
The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 721 reviews)
$431+
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bluffton @ Hilton Head Area
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 566 reviews)
$139+

Renting a car in Bluffton

Renting a car in Bluffton costs $69 per day, on average, or $138 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 7% cheaper than airport locations in Bluffton.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Bluffton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Bluffton is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Class Intermediate Car or similar) are, on average, 69% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Bluffton costs $69 per day, on average, or $138 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 7% cheaper than airport locations in Bluffton.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Bluffton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Bluffton is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Class Intermediate Car or similar) are, on average, 69% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.