Origin
Bishopville, SC
Evening in Bishopville on Sunday
Local time
5:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bishopville, SC to Florence, SC
Drive Time
39m
Distance
30 mi
48 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 36m
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6 AM
0h 40m
8 AM
0h 46m
10 AM
0h 42m
12 PM
0h 41m
3 PM
0h 42m
5 PM
0h 46m
8 PM
0h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bishopville, SC
Junior Bastos
Florence, SC
Samual lim
Trip Overview
The drive from Bishopville, SC to Florence, SC covers 30 miles and takes about 39m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 20, Wisacky Highway, West Evans Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 23.1 miles on I 20. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.80 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
15 miles from Bishopville, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 19m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 39m highway drive covering 30 miles, with most of the trip on I 20 and Wisacky Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 23.1 miles on I 20.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 20 is the longest continuous segment at about 23.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 20 and Wisacky Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SC 341 / East Church Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 39m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SC 341 / East Church Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 3.6 miles (I 20): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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SC 341 / East Church Street
Turn left onto SC 341 / East Church Street
Navigation decision point
4
3.3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
5
3.6 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
I 20
Merge onto I 20
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / right lanes.
4
29.1 mi into trip
|
~37m in
|
Warley Street
Turn right onto Warley Street
Navigation decision point
5
30 mi into trip
|
~39m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 20 | 23.1 mi | 26m |
| Wisacky Highway | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| West Evans Street | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| East Church Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| West Cheves Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Warley Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 20
— 23.1 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bishopville, SC and Florence, SC.
1
Start on US 15; SC 34; SC 341
47 ft
·
6 sec
·
North Main Street
2
Turn left onto SC 341
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Church Street
3
Continue on SC 341
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Wisacky Highway
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
5
Merge onto I 20
23 mi
·
26 min
·
I 20
Use the none / straight / right lanes.
6
Turn left onto S-21-31
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
West Evans Street
7
Turn right onto Warley Street
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Warley Street
8
Turn left onto West Cheves Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Cheves Street
9
Turn right
133 ft
·
11 sec
10
Turn right
50 ft
·
3 sec
11
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 15 miles from Bishopville, SC, or about 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 23.1 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 30 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 15 miles or 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Florence, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bishopville, SC so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bishopville, SC
This is one driving day of about 30 miles and 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bishopville, SC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 20 for about 23.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15 mi from Bishopville, SC · 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15 miles from Bishopville, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Florence, SC
The final approach into Florence, SC usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Florence, SC.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.80 one way
$9.60 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $5.23 | $10.46 |
| premium | $4.78 | $5.64 | $11.29 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $6.66 | $13.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9 | 0 | $3.15 | $1.44 |
| Efficient EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.63 | $1.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12 | 0 | $4.20 | $1.92 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (60% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Florence, SC
Evening in Florence on Sunday
Local time
5:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
39m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Bishopville, SC to Florence, SC covers 30 miles and takes about 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 20, Wisacky Highway, West Evans Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15 miles from Bishopville, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.80 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 39m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SC 341 / East Church Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 3.6 miles (I 20): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Bishopville, SC to Florence, SC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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