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Trip from Wellford, SC to Florence, SC

Drive Time

3h 21m

Distance

175.4 mi

282 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$28

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 36 min
4 AM
3h 9m ★
6 AM
3h 21m
8 AM
3h 45m
10 AM
3h 30m
12 PM
3h 27m
3 PM
3h 31m
5 PM
3h 44m
8 PM
3h 14m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Florence, SC, SC

Florence, SC

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Trip Overview

The drive from Wellford, SC to Florence, SC covers 175.4 miles and takes about 3h 21m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 26, I 20, Warren H Abernathy Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 85.9 miles on I 26. At current regular gas prices, budget about $28.07 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

87.7 miles from Wellford, SC

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 38m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a 3h 21m highway drive covering 175.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 26 and I 20. The longest continuous stretch is about 85.9 miles on I 26.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 26 is the longest continuous segment at about 85.9 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 26 and I 20. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 6.7 miles in near I 26.

Route Complexity 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

This is a straightforward 3h 21m 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 6.7 miles (I 26): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 92.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 92.9 miles (I 20): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 9 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
6.7 mi into trip | ~10m in | I 26

Merge onto I 26

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
92.6 mi into trip | ~1h 44m in

Take the exit toward I 20 East: Florence

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Exit 107B Toward I 20 East: Florence
5
92.9 mi into trip | ~1h 44m in | I 20

Merge onto I 20

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
174.6 mi into trip | ~3h 19m in | Warley Street

Turn right onto Warley Street

Navigation decision point

5
175.4 mi into trip | ~3h 21m in

Turn right

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 26 85.9 mi 1h 33m
I 20 79.3 mi 1h 29m
Warren H Abernathy Highway 4.4 mi 7m
West Evans Street 2.4 mi 4m
Spartanburg Highway 1.9 mi 2m
West Cheves Street 0.7 mi 1m
Warley Street 0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 26 — 85.9 mi, about 1h 33m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Wellford, SC and Florence, SC.

1

Start on Spartanburg Highway

1.9 mi · 2 min · Spartanburg Highway
2

Continue on Warren H Abernathy Highway

4.4 mi · 7 min · Warren H Abernathy Highway
3

Take the ramp slight right toward I 26 East: Columbia

0.3 mi · 42 sec · I 26 East: Columbia
4

Merge slight left

86 mi · 1 hr 33 min
5

Take the exit slight right toward I 20 East: Florence

0.3 mi · 41 sec · I 20 East: Florence
6

Merge slight left

79 mi · 1 hr 29 min
7

Turn left onto West Evans Street

2.4 mi · 4 min · West Evans Street
8

Turn right onto Warley Street

0.1 mi · 20 sec · Warley Street
9

Turn left onto West Cheves Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · West Cheves Street
10

Turn right

131 ft · 12 sec
11

Turn right

49 ft · 4 sec
12

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 87.7 miles from Wellford, SC, or about 1h 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 85.9 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 80 miles or 1h 30m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 87.7 miles or 1h 38m 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 42m

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 Wellford, 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 Wellford, SC

This is one driving day of about 175.4 miles and 3h 21m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Wellford, 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 26 for about 85.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 87.7 mi from Wellford, SC · 1h 38m into the drive

Downtown Belmont, NC, NC

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Belmont, NC

88 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

Belmont, NC

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Belmont, NC

Meal break

The midpoint is around 87.7 miles from Wellford, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 26 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 85.9 miles.

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.

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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Cowpens National Battlefield

Cowpens National Battlefield

National Battlefield

A pasturing area at the time of the battle, this Revolutionary War site commemorates the place where Daniel Morgan and his army turned the flanks of Banastre Tarleton's British army. This classic mili...

17 mi from route ~44 min detour Free near mile 6
Caution: Hazardous Conditions on Trails
View on nps.gov
Congaree National Park

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...

22 mi from route ~55 min detour Free near mile 108.9
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$28.07 one way

$56.14 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 61 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.43 $30.58 $61.17
premium $4.78 $32.99 $65.99
diesel $5.64 $38.97 $77.94

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$28

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$53–$78

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 61.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 52.6 0 $18.42 $8.42
Efficient EV 43.9 0 $15.35 $7.02
EV Truck/SUV 70.2 0 $24.56 $11.23

Gas CO2

61 kg

EV CO2

21 kg (66% 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 data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Wellford, SC

Late night in Wellford on Monday

Local time

5:51 AM

EDT

Current temp

62°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Florence, SC

Late night in Florence on Monday

Local time

5:51 AM

EDT

Current temp

62°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

64°F

Belmont, NC

88 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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

3h 21m 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 Wellford, SC to Florence, SC covers 175.4 miles and takes about 3h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 26, I 20, Warren H Abernathy 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 87.7 miles from Wellford, SC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $28.07 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 3h 21m 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 6.7 miles (I 26): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 92.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 92.9 miles (I 20): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Wellford, SC to Florence, SC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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