Origin
Lugoff, SC
Late night in Lugoff on Friday
Local time
2:29 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Lugoff, SC to Florence, SC
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
1h 9m
Distance
56.3 mi
91 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 4m
★
6 AM
1h 10m
8 AM
1h 21m
10 AM
1h 14m
12 PM
1h 13m
3 PM
1h 14m
5 PM
1h 20m
8 PM
1h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lugoff, SC
Renan Braz
Florence, SC
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Trip Overview
The drive from Lugoff, SC to Florence, SC covers 56.3 miles and takes about 1h 9m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 20, West Evans Street, Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 45.3 miles on I 20. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.80 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 9m. Total distance: 56.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 9m highway drive covering 56.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 20 and West Evans Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 45.3 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 13 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 45.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 20 and West Evans Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 6.1 miles in near US 521 / Sumter Highway.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 9m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 6.1 miles (US 521 / Sumter Highway): Navigation decision point; at 7.8 miles (I 20): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.4 miles (Warley Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
6.1 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
US 521 / Sumter Highway
At end of road, turn right onto US 521 / Sumter Highway
Navigation decision point
5
7.8 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
I 20
Merge onto I 20
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
55.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
|
Warley Street
Turn right onto Warley Street
Navigation decision point
4
55.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
|
West Cheves Street
Turn left onto West Cheves Street
Navigation decision point
5
56.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 20 | 45.3 mi | 50m |
| West Evans Street | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| Main Street | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| West DeKalb Street | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| US 521 Truck | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Sumter Highway | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| West Cheves Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Ridgeway Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 20
— 45.3 mi, about 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lugoff, SC and Florence, SC.
1
Start on SC 34
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Ridgeway Road
2
Turn left onto US 1; US 601; SC 34
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
3
Continue on US 1; US 601; SC 34
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
West DeKalb Street
4
Turn slight right onto US 521 Truck
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
US 521 Truck
Use the right lane.
5
At end of road, turn right onto US 521
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Sumter Highway
6
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
7
Merge onto I 20
45 mi
·
50 min
·
I 20
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn left onto S-21-31
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
West Evans Street
9
Turn right onto Warley Street
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Warley Street
10
Turn left onto West Cheves Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Cheves Street
11
Turn right
133 ft
·
11 sec
12
Turn right
50 ft
·
3 sec
13
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.2 mi from Lugoff, SC · 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.2 miles from Lugoff, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.80 one way
$17.61 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $9.63 | $19.25 |
| premium | $4.70 | $10.42 | $20.84 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.43 | $24.86 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.9 | 0 | $5.91 | $2.70 |
| Efficient EV | 14.1 | 0 | $4.93 | $2.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.5 | 0 | $7.88 | $3.60 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Late night in Florence on Friday
Local time
2:29 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
3 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
1h 9m 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 Lugoff, SC to Florence, SC covers 56.3 miles and takes about 1h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 20, West Evans Street, Main 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 28.2 miles from Lugoff, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.80 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 1h 9m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 6.1 miles (US 521 / Sumter Highway): Navigation decision point; at 7.8 miles (I 20): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.4 miles (Warley Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Lugoff, SC to Florence, SC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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