The drive from Hampton, SC to Florence, SC covers 138.8 miles and takes about 2h 52m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 95, Sniders Highway, Charleston Highway for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 106.2 miles on I 95.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $21.71 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
69.4 miles from Hampton, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 33m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 52m. Total distance: 138.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
This is a 2h 52m highway drive covering 138.8 miles, with most of the trip on I 95 and Sniders Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 106.2 miles on I 95.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 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 106.2 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
160 ft58 ft
Total Climb
181 ft
Total Descent
152 ft
Highest Point
160 ft
~89.2 mi in
Elevation Range
102 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Sniders Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near US 278 / Elm Street West.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 52m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (US 278 / Elm Street West): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles (SC 363 / Charleston Highway): Navigation decision point; at 26.8 miles: Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0.3 mi into trip|~1m in|US 278 / Elm Street West
At end of road, turn right onto US 278 / Elm Street West
Navigation decision point
4
1.8 mi into trip|~3m in|SC 363 / Charleston Highway
Turn left onto SC 363 / Charleston Highway
Navigation decision point
5
26.8 mi into trip|~47m in
Take the ramp toward I 95 North: Florence
Navigation decision point
Toward I 95 North: Florence
5
27.1 mi into trip|~48m in|I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
138.8 mi into trip|~2h 52m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
106.2 mi
1h 53m
Sniders Highway
16.9 mi
29m
Charleston Highway
4.3 mi
7m
Walterboro Highway
3.7 mi
6m
West Evans Street
2.4 mi
4m
I 20 Bus
1.6 mi
2m
Elm Street West
1.5 mi
2m
West Cheves Street
0.7 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 106.2 mi, about 1h 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hampton, SC and Florence, SC.
1
Start on Helen Street
0.3 mi·1 min·Helen Street
2
At end of road, turn right onto US 278
1.5 mi·2 min·Elm Street West
3
Turn left onto SC 363
4.3 mi·7 min·Charleston Highway
4
Turn left onto SC 63
3.7 mi·6 min·Walterboro Highway
5
Continue on SC 63
17 mi·29 min·Sniders Highway
6
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·47 sec
Toward I 95 North: Florence
7
Merge onto I 95
106 mi·1 hr 53 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 20 Business East: Florence
9
Merge onto I 20 Bus
1.6 mi·2 min·I 20 Bus
10
Turn left onto S-21-31
2.4 mi·4 min·West Evans Street
11
Turn right onto Warley Street
0.1 mi·20 sec·Warley Street
12
Turn left onto West Cheves Street
0.7 mi·1 min·West Cheves Street
13
Turn right
133 ft·11 sec
14
Turn right
50 ft·3 sec
15
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 69.4 miles from Hampton, SC, or about 1h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 106.2 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 31 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 69.4 miles or 1h 33m 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 21m
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 Hampton, 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 Hampton, SC
This is one driving day of about 138.8 miles and 2h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 miles from Hampton, 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.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 106.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 69.4 mi from Hampton, SC
· 1h 33m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Congaree National Park
National Park
Astonishing biodiversity exists in Congaree National Park, the largest intact expanse of old growth bottomland hardwood forest remaining in the southeastern United States. Waters from the Congaree and...
26 mi from route
~65 min detour
Free
near mile 76.6
Caution: Backcountry Trail Conditions
Park Closure: Boardwalk Partially Closed for Construction
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.71 one way
$43.41 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg49 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$23.73
$47.47
premium
$4.70
$25.69
$51.38
diesel
$5.61
$30.65
$61.29
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
41.6
0
$14.57
$6.66
Efficient EV
34.7
0
$12.15
$5.55
EV Truck/SUV
55.5
0
$19.43
$8.88
Gas CO2
49 kg
EV CO2
16 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 as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Hampton, SC
Morning
in Hampton on Saturday
Local time
10:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Florence, SC
Morning
in Florence on Saturday
Local time
10:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
77°F
Holly Hill, SC
69 mi in
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
1 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
2h 52m 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 Hampton, SC to Florence, SC covers 138.8 miles and takes about 2h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, Sniders Highway, Charleston Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 69.4 miles from Hampton, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.71 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 2h 52m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (US 278 / Elm Street West): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles (SC 363 / Charleston Highway): Navigation decision point; at 26.8 miles: Navigation decision point.
The route from Hampton, SC to Florence, SC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 58 ft to 160 ft elevation with about 181 ft of total climbing.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Congaree National Park.
