Drive Time
1h 51m
Distance
108 mi
Route Type
Turn-heavy local drive
Quick day tripSame Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
The drive from Forest Acres, SC to Florence, SC covers 108 miles and takes about 1h 51m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Farrell Street, South Live Oak Drive, Longstreet Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $16.84 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
54 miles from Forest Acres, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 55m into the drive .
Expect a 1h 51m drive with frequent turns across 108 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Farrell Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Live Oak Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Longstreet Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Williamsburg County Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Ron McNair Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Irby Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Freedom Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Church Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Forest Acres, SC and Florence, SC.
Start on Gross Avenue
Turn right onto Farrell Street
At the end of the road, turn left onto South Live Oak Drive
Merge slight right
Continue straight
Turn slight left
Turn left onto Longstreet Street
Continue on North Williamsburg County Highway
Continue on South Ron McNair Boulevard
Continue on South Irby Street
Turn right onto Freedom Boulevard
Turn left onto South Church Street
Turn left
Turn slight left
At the end of the road, turn left
Turn right
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 80 miles or 1h 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 54 miles or 55m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Florence, SC than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Forest Acres, SC so your first major turns are already loaded.
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 Forest Acres, SC
This is one driving day of about 108 miles and 1h 51m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 54 mi from Forest Acres, SC · 55m into the drive
Late stop town
Meal stop
54 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 54 miles from Forest Acres, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
Regular Gas
$16.84 one way
$33.68 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $18.83 | $37.66 |
| premium | $4.78 | $20.32 | $40.63 |
| diesel | $5.62 | $23.91 | $47.83 |
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals (1 day)
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.8 kg one way.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Forest Acres on Saturday
Local time
4:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Florence on Saturday
Local time
4:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Forecast unavailable right now
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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