Origin
Florence, SC
Late night in Florence on Saturday
Local time
5:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Florence, SC to East Gaffney, SC
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 12m
Distance
147.6 mi
237 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 0m
★
6 AM
3h 12m
8 AM
3h 36m
10 AM
3h 20m
12 PM
3h 18m
3 PM
3h 22m
5 PM
3h 34m
8 PM
3h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Florence, SC
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East Gaffney, SC
Mark Stebnicki
Trip Overview
The drive from Florence, SC to East Gaffney, SC covers 147.6 miles and takes about 3h 12m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Church Street, East Lucas Street, South Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $23.08 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
73.8 miles from Florence, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 36m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 12m. Total distance: 147.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 3h 12m drive with frequent turns across 147.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 39 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Church Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Florence, SC to East Gaffney, SC is easy. At 3h 12m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Florence, SC to East Gaffney, SC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Church Street | — | — |
| East Lucas Street | — | — |
| South Main Street | — | — |
| North Governor Williams Highway | — | — |
| Harry Byrd Highway | — | — |
| East Bobo Newsome Highway | — | — |
| Highway 151 | — | — |
| Pine Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
South Church Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Florence, SC and East Gaffney, SC.
1
Start on the route
49 ft
·
9 sec
·
the route
2
Turn left
46 ft
·
5 sec
3
Turn right
23 ft
·
2 sec
4
Turn slight right
161 ft
·
18 sec
5
At the end of the road, turn left onto South Church Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
South Church Street
6
Continue on East Lucas Street
4.6 mi
·
7 min
·
East Lucas Street
7
Continue on South Main Street
3.4 mi
·
3 min
·
South Main Street
8
Continue on North Governor Williams Highway
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
North Governor Williams Highway
9
Take the exit slight right
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
10
Turn left onto Harry Byrd Highway
4.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Harry Byrd Highway
11
Continue on East Bobo Newsome Highway
15 mi
·
21 min
·
East Bobo Newsome Highway
12
Continue on State Highway 151
4.9 mi
·
5 min
·
State Highway 151
13
Continue on Pine Avenue
18 mi
·
20 min
·
Pine Avenue
14
Continue on State Highway 151
4.8 mi
·
5 min
·
State Highway 151
15
Turn left onto Pearl Street
453 ft
·
15 sec
·
Pearl Street
16
Turn left onto Tory Road
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Tory Road
17
At the end of the road, turn left
19 mi
·
21 min
18
Take the exit slight right
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
19
Merge slight left onto Lancaster Bypass
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Lancaster Bypass
20
Take the exit slight right
7.3 mi
·
10 min
21
Take the exit slight left
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
22
Continue on Rock Hill Highway
7.6 mi
·
11 min
·
Rock Hill Highway
23
Take the ramp slight right
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
24
Merge slight left onto Anderson Road South
4.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Anderson Road South
25
Continue straight
472 ft
·
6 sec
26
Continue on East Main Street
0.8 mi
·
59 sec
·
East Main Street
27
Merge slight left onto Albright Road
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Albright Road
28
Turn right onto South Heckle Boulevard
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
South Heckle Boulevard
29
Turn left onto West Main Street
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
West Main Street
30
Continue on York Highway
6.5 mi
·
7 min
·
York Highway
31
Continue on Alexander Love Highway
5.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Alexander Love Highway
32
Turn right onto Black Highway
9.6 mi
·
11 min
·
Black Highway
33
Continue on Kings Creek Drive
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Kings Creek Drive
34
Continue on York Road
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
York Road
35
Continue on York Highway
0.7 mi
·
49 sec
·
York Highway
36
Continue on York Road
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
York Road
37
Turn left onto East Cherokee Street
4.7 mi
·
7 min
·
East Cherokee Street
38
Continue on Cherokee Avenue
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Cherokee Avenue
39
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 73.8 miles from Florence, SC, or about 1h 36m into the drive.
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 32 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73.8 miles or 1h 36m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near East Gaffney, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Florence, 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.
+
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 Florence, SC
This is one driving day of about 147.6 miles and 3h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Florence, SC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 73.8 mi from Florence, SC · 1h 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
74 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 73.8 miles from Florence, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in East Gaffney, SC
The final approach into East Gaffney, 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 East Gaffney, 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
$23.08 one way
$46.16 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
52 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $25.24 | $50.47 |
| premium | $4.70 | $27.32 | $54.64 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.59 | $65.18 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.3 | 0 | $15.50 | $7.08 |
| Efficient EV | 36.9 | 0 | $12.92 | $5.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 59 | 0 | $20.66 | $9.45 |
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 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.
Destination
East Gaffney, SC
Late night in East Gaffney on Saturday
Local time
5:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°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
25 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 12m 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 Florence, SC to East Gaffney, SC covers 147.6 miles and takes about 3h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Church Street, East Lucas Street, South Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 73.8 miles from Florence, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.08 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Florence, SC to East Gaffney, SC is easy. At 3h 12m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Florence, SC to East Gaffney, SC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Florence, SC to East Gaffney, SC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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