Trip from Cane Savannah, SC to Florence, SC

Drive Time

1h 11m

Distance

52.3 mi

84 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$8

one way

EV Charging

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station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 16 min
4 AM
1h 6m ★
6 AM
1h 11m
8 AM
1h 22m
10 AM
1h 15m
12 PM
1h 14m
3 PM
1h 16m
5 PM
1h 22m
8 PM
1h 8m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Cane Savannah, SC, SC

Cane Savannah, SC

Vladimir Srajber

Downtown Florence, SC, SC

Florence, SC

Samual lim

Trip Overview

If you are planning a trip from Cane Savannah to Florence, you are looking at a straightforward 52.3-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 11 minutes to complete. This Southeast drive is well-suited for a single-day excursion, as it does not require an overnight stay to manage the distance. With an estimated fuel cost of only $8, it is a highly budget-friendly route for local travel. You will primarily utilize I-95, US 378, and Wedgefield Road to navigate between these two South Carolina locations. Because the trip is short and efficient, it offers excellent flexibility for your daily schedule, allowing you to easily complete the round trip in a single afternoon if necessary.

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

26.1 miles from Cane Savannah, SC

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 38m into the drive .

Drive Character

This highway-focused drive consists of 72% highway travel, giving it a fast and functional personality. You will spend a significant portion of your time on major thoroughfares, with the longest uninterrupted stretch covering 24.5 miles on I-95. The experience shifts from local roads like Wedgefield Road to the more consistent pace of the interstate, creating a blend of residential transitions and highway cruising. Because the route is dominated by high-speed corridors, you can expect a steady and predictable rhythm behind the wheel. It is a practical drive designed for efficiency rather than leisure, making it ideal for when you need to reach your destination without unnecessary delays.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 95 is the longest continuous segment at about 24.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and US 378. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.6 miles in near SC 763 / Wedgefield Road.

Route Complexity 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 52.3 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 2.6 miles (SC 763 / Wedgefield Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 22 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 46.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 10 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4
2.6 mi into trip | ~4m in | SC 763 / Wedgefield Road

Enter roundabout onto SC 763 / Wedgefield Road

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

6
22 mi into trip | ~33m in

Take the exit toward I 95 North: Florence

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward I 95 North: Florence
4
46.8 mi into trip | ~1h in

Take the exit toward I 20 Business East: Florence

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward I 20 Business East: Florence
4
51.4 mi into trip | ~1h 9m in | Warley Street

Turn right onto Warley Street

Navigation decision point

5
52.3 mi into trip | ~1h 11m in

Turn right

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 95 24.5 mi 26m
US 378 11.7 mi 15m
Wedgefield Road 4.2 mi 7m
West Liberty Street 3.5 mi 6m
Myrtle Beach Highway 2.6 mi 4m
West Evans Street 2.4 mi 4m
I 20 Bus 1.6 mi 2m
West Cheves Street 0.7 mi 1m
Longest stretch: I 95 — 24.5 mi, about 26m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Cane Savannah, SC and Florence, SC.

1

Start on SC 763

2.6 mi · 4 min · Wedgefield Road
2

Enter roundabout onto SC 763

100 ft · 2 sec · Wedgefield Road
3

Continue on SC 763

1.5 mi · 2 min · Wedgefield Road
4

Turn straight

145 ft · 4 sec
5

Turn left onto SC 120; SC 763

3.5 mi · 6 min · West Liberty Street
6

Turn slight right onto SC 763

2.6 mi · 4 min · Myrtle Beach Highway
7

Continue on US 378

12 mi · 15 min · US 378
8

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 40 sec
Toward I 95 North: Florence
9

Merge onto I 95

25 mi · 26 min · I 95
10

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Toward I 20 Business East: Florence
11

Merge onto I 20 Bus

1.6 mi · 2 min · I 20 Bus
12

Turn left onto S-21-31

2.4 mi · 4 min · West Evans Street
13

Turn right onto Warley Street

0.1 mi · 20 sec · Warley Street
14

Turn left onto West Cheves Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · West Cheves Street
15

Turn right

133 ft · 11 sec
16

Turn right

50 ft · 3 sec
17

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Since this is a quick 1-hour and 11-minute trip, you have plenty of freedom regarding your departure time. You likely won't need to plan for any formal stops, but keeping an eye on traffic patterns along I-95 is a smart way to ensure your drive remains stress-free. Given the modest $8 fuel budget, you can easily fill up at your starting point in Cane Savannah without worrying about mid-trip refueling. Because you are spending nearly three-quarters of your time on highways, stay alert during the 24.5-mile stretch on I-95 where the pace is highest. Leverage the route’s short duration to prioritize your arrival time in Florence, as the lack of required stops gives you total control over your pace.

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 26.1 miles from Cane Savannah, SC, or about 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 24.5 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 52.3 miles or 1h 11m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 26.1 miles or 38m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 57m

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 Cane Savannah, 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 Cane Savannah, SC

This is one driving day of about 52.3 miles and 1h 11m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Cane Savannah, 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 95 for about 24.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 26.1 mi from Cane Savannah, SC · 38m into the drive

Downtown Charlotte, NC, NC

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Charlotte, NC

26 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

Fayetteville, NC

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 52.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Charlotte, NC

Meal break

The midpoint is around 26.1 miles from Cane Savannah, 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

$8.37 one way

$16.74 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 18 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.43 $9.12 $18.24
premium $4.78 $9.84 $19.68
diesel $5.64 $11.62 $23.24

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$8

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$33–$58

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 18.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 15.7 0 $5.49 $2.51
Efficient EV 13.1 0 $4.58 $2.09
EV Truck/SUV 20.9 0 $7.32 $3.35

Gas CO2

18 kg

EV CO2

6 kg (67% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Cane Savannah, SC

Evening in Cane Savannah on Sunday

Local time

7:40 PM

EDT

Current temp

62°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Florence, SC

Evening in Florence on Sunday

Local time

7:40 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

1h 11m 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 Cane Savannah, SC to Florence, SC covers 52.3 miles and takes about 1h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, US 378, Wedgefield Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.1 miles from Cane Savannah, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.37 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 52.3 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.6 miles (SC 763 / Wedgefield Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 22 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 46.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Cane Savannah, SC to Florence, SC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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