Origin
Stateburg, SC
Evening in Stateburg on Wednesday
Local time
7:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Stateburg, SC to Florence, SC
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 15m
Distance
58.4 mi
94 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 10m
★
6 AM
1h 15m
8 AM
1h 27m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 18m
3 PM
1h 20m
5 PM
1h 27m
8 PM
1h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Stateburg, SC
Ken Jacobsen
Florence, SC
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Trip Overview
The drive from Stateburg, SC to Florence, SC covers 58.4 miles and takes about 1h 15m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 95, Myrtle Beach Highway, US 76 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 24.5 miles on I 95. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.13 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
29.2 miles from Stateburg, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 39m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 1h 15m highway drive covering 58.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 95 and Myrtle Beach Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 24.5 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 14 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 24.5 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
302 ft
105 ft
Total Climb
67 ft
Total Descent
232 ft
Highest Point
302 ft
Elevation Range
197 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Myrtle Beach Highway. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in near US 76; US 378.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 58.4 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles (US 76; US 378): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.6 miles (US 76; US 378 / Robert E Graham Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 28.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
1.1 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 76; US 378
Turn left onto US 76; US 378
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
9.6 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
US 76; US 378 / Robert E Graham Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto US 76; US 378 / Robert E Graham Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
6
28.1 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Take the exit toward I 95 North: Florence
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 95 North: Florence
4
52.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
Take the exit toward I 20 Business East: Florence
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 20 Business East: Florence
5
58.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 24.5 mi | 26m |
| Myrtle Beach Highway | 12.1 mi | 15m |
| US 76 | 8.6 mi | 12m |
| Robert E Graham Freeway | 6.4 mi | 7m |
| West Evans Street | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| I 20 Bus | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| North Kings Highway | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| West Cheves Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 24.5 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stateburg, SC and Florence, SC.
1
Start on SC 261
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
North Kings Highway
2
Turn left onto US 76; US 378
8.6 mi
·
12 min
·
US 76; US 378
Use the straight lane.
3
Keep slight left at fork onto US 76; US 378
6.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Robert E Graham Freeway
4
Continue on US 378
12 mi
·
15 min
·
Myrtle Beach Highway
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 95 North: Florence
6
Merge onto I 95
25 mi
·
26 min
·
I 95
7
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 20 Business East: Florence
8
Merge onto I 20 Bus
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
I 20 Bus
9
Turn left onto S-21-31
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
West Evans Street
10
Turn right onto Warley Street
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Warley Street
11
Turn left onto West Cheves Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Cheves Street
12
Turn right
133 ft
·
11 sec
13
Turn right
50 ft
·
3 sec
14
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 29.2 miles from Stateburg, SC, or about 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 24.5 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 13 miles or 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 29.2 miles or 39m 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
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 Stateburg, SC so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Stateburg, SC
This is one driving day of about 58.4 miles and 1h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 13 miles from Stateburg, SC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 24.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.2 mi from Stateburg, SC · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.2 miles from Stateburg, 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
$9.13 one way
$18.26 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $9.99 | $19.97 |
| premium | $4.70 | $10.81 | $21.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.89 | $25.79 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.4 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 | 17.5 | 0 | $6.13 | $2.80 |
| Efficient EV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.11 | $2.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.4 | 0 | $8.18 | $3.74 |
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
Evening in Florence on Wednesday
Local time
7:20 PM
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
25 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 15m 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 Stateburg, SC to Florence, SC covers 58.4 miles and takes about 1h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, Myrtle Beach Highway, US 76. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.2 miles from Stateburg, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.13 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 58.4 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles (US 76; US 378): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.6 miles (US 76; US 378 / Robert E Graham Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 28.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Stateburg, SC to Florence, SC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 105 ft to 302 ft elevation with about 67 ft of total climbing.
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