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 Delta, American Airlines and United Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Bluffton departs from New Haven and takes around 1h 31m.

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 Easirent and Hertz, 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 Delta, American Airlines and United Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Bluffton departs from New Haven and takes around 1h 31m.

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 Easirent and Hertz, among others, in Jacksonville.

Bus

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

Airlines serving Bluffton

Lufthansa
Good (4,677 reviews)
KLM
Good (857 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,506 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,607 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,304 reviews)
Air France
Good (983 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (477 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,941 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,133 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,479 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,815 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,168 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (917 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,609 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (716 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,608 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (4,541 reviews)
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Where to stay in Bluffton

Average rates range from around $503 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $610 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bluffton @ Hilton Head Area and Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Bluffton - Hilton Head.

Where to stay in popular areas of Bluffton

Most booked hotels in Bluffton

Montage Palmetto Bluff
5 stars
Excellent (9.6, 33 reviews)
$610+
Palmera Inn and Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 3045 reviews)
$228+
Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 774 reviews)
$465+
Hampton Inn & Suites Bluffton-Sun City
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 310 reviews)
$158+
The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 731 reviews)
$456+
Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Bluffton - Hilton Head
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 285 reviews)
$122+

Renting a car in Bluffton

Renting a car in Bluffton costs $71 per day, on average, or $141 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 11% cheaper than airport locations in Bluffton.

Expect to pay $3.94 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 $47.24 and $62.99. 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, 68% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Bluffton costs $71 per day, on average, or $141 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 11% cheaper than airport locations in Bluffton.

Expect to pay $3.94 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 $47.24 and $62.99. 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, 68% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.