Origin
Bamberg, SC
Late night in Bamberg on Tuesday
Local time
4:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bamberg, SC to Florence, SC
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 11m
Distance
110.1 mi
177 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 2m
★
6 AM
2h 11m
8 AM
2h 30m
10 AM
2h 18m
12 PM
2h 16m
3 PM
2h 19m
5 PM
2h 29m
8 PM
2h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bamberg, SC
Leopold Heid Aerist Dronemedia
Florence, SC
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Trip Overview
Bamberg, SC to Florence, SC is 110.1 miles and takes about 2h 11m via I 95, with a fuel budget near $17 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Southeast region, connecting two points in South Carolina. It's a straightforward drive, primarily using the interstate, making it a convenient option for a quick transfer. Consider this route if you're looking for efficiency and don't need extensive sightseeing along the way. The relatively short duration means you can easily complete it in a single day.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
55.1 miles from Bamberg, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 7m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 63.6 mi | 1h 8m |
| Five Chop Road | 21.3 mi | 26m |
| Bamberg Road | 12.4 mi | 15m |
| Main Highway | 3 mi | 3m |
| John C Calhoun Drive | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| West Evans Street | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| Old Edisto Drive | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| I 20 Bus | 1.6 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 63.6 mi, about 1h 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bamberg, SC and Florence, SC.
1
Start on US 78
37 ft
·
4 sec
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Heritage Highway
2
Turn right onto US 301; US 601
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Highway
3
Continue on US 301; US 601
12 mi
·
15 min
·
Bamberg Road
4
Continue on US 301; US 601; SC 4
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Old Edisto Drive
5
Continue on US 301; US 601; SC 4
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
John C Calhoun Drive
6
Turn right onto US 301
21 mi
·
26 min
·
Five Chop Road
7
Take the exit onto US 15; US 301
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
US 15; US 301
Use the right lane.
8
Merge onto I 95
64 mi
·
1 hr 8 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 20 Business East: Florence
10
Merge onto I 20 Bus
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
I 20 Bus
11
Turn left onto S-21-31
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
West Evans Street
12
Turn right onto Warley Street
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Warley Street
13
Turn left onto West Cheves Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Cheves Street
14
Turn right
133 ft
·
11 sec
15
Turn right
50 ft
·
3 sec
16
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the drive's 2h 11m duration, departing Bamberg, SC anytime in the morning will comfortably get you to Florence, SC well before evening. With only 110.1 miles, you won't need to split this into an overnight stay, and the estimated fuel cost of $17 is quite manageable. The longest continuous stretch on I 95 is over 63 miles, so plan your last fuel stop before entering that segment if you're running low. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as services can be spaced out on the interstate sections.
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 55.1 miles from Bamberg, SC, or about 1h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 63.6 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 24 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55.1 miles or 1h 7m 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 45m
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 Bamberg, 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 Bamberg, SC
This is one driving day of about 110.1 miles and 2h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Bamberg, SC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 63.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
55 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 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 55.1 miles from Bamberg, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 95 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 63.6 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 40.8 and 110.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
40.8 mi into trip
|
~51m in
|
US 15; US 301
Take the exit onto US 15; US 301
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
41.1 mi into trip
|
~52m in
|
I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
104.7 mi into trip
|
~2h in
Take the exit toward I 20 Business East: Florence
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 20 Business East: Florence
4
109.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 9m in
|
Warley Street
Turn right onto Warley Street
Navigation decision point
5
110.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 11m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.22 one way
$34.43 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
39 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $18.83 | $37.65 |
| premium | $4.70 | $20.38 | $40.75 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.31 | $48.62 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 33 | 0 | $11.56 | $5.28 |
| Efficient EV | 27.5 | 0 | $9.63 | $4.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 44 | 0 | $15.41 | $7.05 |
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 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.
Destination
Florence, SC
Late night in Florence on Tuesday
Local time
4:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
85°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
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
2h 11m 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.
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...
22 mi from route
~54 min detour
Free
near mile 19
Caution: Backcountry Trail Conditions
Park Closure: Boardwalk Partially Closed for Construction
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This journey offers a mixed drive experience, with 59% of the route on highways. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 63.6 miles on I 95, which provides a consistent, faster pace. While much of the drive is on the interstate, you will also navigate local roads like Five Chop Road and Bamberg Road, introducing some variation. Expect periods of smooth highway cruising interspersed with stretches that may require more attention as you transition between road types.
59% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 63.6 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 40.8 miles in near US 15; US 301.
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 2h 11m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 40.8 miles (US 15; US 301): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 41.1 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 104.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
About the Cities
Arriving in Florence, SC
Full guide →Florence is a city in the Pee Dee Country Region of South Carolina. It was the site of the Florence Stockade, a Confederate POW camp, notably bad but still maybe not as bad as Andersonville, then a railroad hub, and nowadays a regional center for medical care and manufacturing, including as it sits at the terminus for I-20. Even though it got started rather late, in 1871, it's more or less the hub for northeastern South Carolina, aka Pee Dee Country.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 11m. Total distance: 110.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (59%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 63.6 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 40.8 miles (US 15; US 301): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 41.1 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 104.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes — Congaree National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Florence, SC before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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