Origin
North Myrtle Beach, SC
Evening in North Myrtle Beach on Wednesday
Local time
7:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Myrtle Beach, SC to Florence, SC
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 39m
Distance
79 mi
127 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 32m
★
6 AM
1h 39m
8 AM
1h 54m
10 AM
1h 44m
12 PM
1h 43m
3 PM
1h 45m
5 PM
1h 53m
8 PM
1h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Myrtle Beach, SC
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Florence, SC
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Trip Overview
The drive from North Myrtle Beach, SC to Florence, SC covers 79 miles and takes about 1h 39m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Highway 17 South, Robert Edge Parkway, US 501 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.35 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
39.5 miles from North Myrtle Beach, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 39m drive with frequent turns across 79 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Highway 17 South 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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from North Myrtle Beach, SC to Florence, SC is easy. At 1h 39m 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 North Myrtle Beach, SC to Florence, SC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Highway 17 South | — | — |
| Robert Edge Parkway | — | — |
| US 501 | — | — |
| Carolina Bays Parkway | — | — |
| SC 22 | — | — |
| SC 22 West | — | — |
| Veterans Highway | — | — |
| US 501 North | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Highway 17 South
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Myrtle Beach, SC and Florence, SC.
1
Start on 6th Avenue South
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
6th Avenue South
2
Turn right onto US Highway 17 South
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
US Highway 17 South
3
Turn left onto Robert Edge Parkway
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Robert Edge Parkway
4
Turn left onto SC 31 South: US 501, Myrtle Beach
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
SC 31 South: US 501, Myrtle Beach
5
Merge slight left onto Carolina Bays Parkway
4.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Carolina Bays Parkway
6
Take the exit slight right toward SC 22: Myrtle Beach, Conway
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
SC 22: Myrtle Beach, Conway
7
Keep slight right to continue on SC 22 West: Conway
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
SC 22 West: Conway
8
Merge slight left onto Veterans Highway
26 mi
·
30 min
·
Veterans Highway
9
Keep slight right to continue on US 501 North: Aynor, Marion
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
US 501 North: Aynor, Marion
10
Merge slight left
21 mi
·
24 min
11
Turn straight
3.2 mi
·
3 min
12
Continue straight
6.7 mi
·
7 min
13
Continue straight
12 mi
·
16 min
14
Turn slight right onto East Cheves Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East Cheves Street
15
Turn left
131 ft
·
12 sec
16
Turn right
49 ft
·
4 sec
17
Arrive at your 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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 39.5 miles from North Myrtle Beach, SC, or about 49m 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 17 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.5 miles or 49m 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 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Florence, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving North Myrtle Beach, SC so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from North Myrtle Beach, SC
This is one driving day of about 79 miles and 1h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from North Myrtle Beach, SC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 39.5 mi from North Myrtle Beach, SC · 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
40 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 39.5 miles from North Myrtle Beach, 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
$12.35 one way
$24.71 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $13.51 | $27.02 |
| premium | $4.70 | $14.62 | $29.24 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.44 | $34.88 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.7 | 0 | $8.30 | $3.79 |
| Efficient EV | 19.8 | 0 | $6.91 | $3.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.6 | 0 | $11.06 | $5.06 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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
Evening in Florence on Wednesday
Local time
7:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°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
18 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 39m 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 North Myrtle Beach, SC to Florence, SC covers 79 miles and takes about 1h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Highway 17 South, Robert Edge Parkway, US 501. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 39.5 miles from North Myrtle Beach, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.35 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.
The drive from North Myrtle Beach, SC to Florence, SC is easy. At 1h 39m 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 North Myrtle Beach, SC to Florence, SC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from North Myrtle Beach, SC to Florence, SC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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