Traveling from Clover to Florence, South Carolina, covers 128.2 miles and takes approximately 2 hours and 44 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, as the duration is manageable without needing an overnight stay. You should budget about $21 for fuel to cover the distance. Since both towns are located within the Southeast region, you will experience a consistent regional feel throughout your journey. Navigating this path involves a blend of roads, including the State Hwy 151 Bypass, Governor James G Martin Freeway, and West Bobo Newsome Highway. It is a straightforward trip that balances highway efficiency with local road travel.
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
64.1 miles from Clover, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 22m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
State Hwy 151 Bypass
18.2 mi
20m
Governor James G Martin Freeway
16.5 mi
17m
West Bobo Newsome Highway
15.1 mi
21m
Pageland Highway
14.7 mi
16m
State Highway 151
12.3 mi
15m
NC 49
7.7 mi
12m
West Roosevelt Boulevard
6.9 mi
8m
State Highway 557
6.6 mi
10m
Longest stretch:
State Hwy 151 Bypass
— 18.2 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clover, SC and Florence, SC.
1
Start on US 321
38 ft·8 sec·North Main Street West
2
Turn left onto Bethel Street
1.3 mi·2 min·Bethel Street
Use the straight lane.
3
Continue on SC 55
0.9 mi·1 min·Highway 55 East
4
Turn left onto SC 557
6.6 mi·10 min·State Highway 557
5
Continue on SC 49
3.0 mi·4 min·Charlotte Highway
Use the left lane.
6
Continue on NC 49
7.7 mi·12 min·NC 49
Use the left lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·36 sec
Toward I 485 South
8
Merge onto I 485
0.8 mi·49 sec·Seddon "Rusty" Goode Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 485
16 mi·17 min·Governor James G Martin Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi·27 sec
Exit 51B-AToward US 74: Charlotte, MonroeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 51BToward US 74 East: Monroe
12
Merge onto US 74
0.8 mi·1 min·East Independence Boulevard
13
Keep slight right at fork onto US 74
5.6 mi·7 min·Independence Boulevard
Toward US 74 East: Indian Trail, MonroeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on US 74
6.9 mi·8 min·West Roosevelt Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
15
Turn right onto US 601
15 mi·16 min·Pageland Highway
16
Continue on SC 151
1.2 mi·1 min·Van Lingle Mungo Boulevard
17
Continue on SC 151
7.1 mi·8 min·State Highway 151
18
Continue on SC 151 Bypass
18 mi·20 min·State Hwy 151 Bypass
19
Continue on SC 151
5.2 mi·6 min·State Highway 151
20
Continue on SC 151
15 mi·21 min·West Bobo Newsome Highway
21
Continue on SC 34; SC 151
4.7 mi·5 min·Harry Byrd Highway
22
Take the exit
0.2 mi·34 sec
23
Merge onto US 52; US 401
5.5 mi·6 min·South Governor Williams Highway
24
Continue on US 52
4.6 mi·7 min·West Lucas Street
25
Continue on South Church Street
0.1 mi·20 sec·South Church Street
26
Turn right
57 ft·4 sec
27
Turn slight left
126 ft·14 sec
28
At end of road, turn left
44 ft·5 sec
29
Turn right
50 ft·3 sec
30
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
With a total travel time under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. While the trip is short enough to drive in one go, you should account for at least one planned stop to keep your energy levels steady. Since you are spending roughly $21 on gas, consider fueling up before you hit the road to avoid unnecessary detours during your drive. Keep a close eye on your navigation when transitioning between the Governor James G Martin Freeway and the West Bobo Newsome Highway. Prioritizing a mid-trip break will make the 128.2-mile trek feel much more relaxed.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 64.1 miles from Clover, SC, or about 1h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 18.2 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 28 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 64.1 miles or 1h 22m 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 12m
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 Clover, 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 Clover, SC
This is one driving day of about 128.2 miles and 2h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Clover, 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 State Hwy 151 Bypass for about 18.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 38.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip|~0m in|Bethel Street
Turn left onto Bethel Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
20.7 mi into trip|~32m in|I 485 / Governor James G Martin Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 485 / Governor James G Martin Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
37.2 mi into trip|~50m in
Take the exit toward US 74: Charlotte, Monroe
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 51B-A
Toward US 74: Charlotte, Monroe
6
37.4 mi into trip|~50m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 74 East: Monroe
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 51B
Toward US 74 East: Monroe
8
38.8 mi into trip|~52m in|US 74 / Independence Boulevard
Keep slight right at fork onto US 74 / Independence Boulevard toward US 74 East: Indian Trail, Monroe
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 74 East: Indian Trail, Monroe
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.05 one way
$40.10 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg45 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$21.92
$43.84
premium
$4.70
$23.73
$47.45
diesel
$5.61
$28.30
$56.61
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 44.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
38.5
0
$13.46
$6.15
Efficient EV
32.1
0
$11.22
$5.13
EV Truck/SUV
51.3
0
$17.95
$8.20
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 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.
Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026
Origin
Clover, SC
Late night
in Clover on Tuesday
Local time
4:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Florence, SC
Late night
in Florence on Tuesday
Local time
4:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
83°F
Monroe, NC
64 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
4 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 44m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive offers a mixed-road experience, with highways accounting for 49 percent of your total travel time. You will encounter varied conditions, moving between faster freeway stretches and more localized road segments that change the pace of your journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will navigate is 18.2 miles along the State Hwy 151 Bypass, which serves as a key connection point. Because the route is a blend of different road types, it avoids the monotony of a purely interstate-focused drive. Expect a transition in road personality as you move from the initial freeway portions into the secondary highway segments.
49% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
30 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.2 mi on State Hwy 151 Bypass.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Bethel Street.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 128.2 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Bethel Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 20.7 miles (I 485 / Governor James G Martin Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 37.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
811 ft131 ft
Total Climb
410 ft
Total Descent
1,084 ft
Highest Point
811 ft
Elevation Range
680 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Clover, SC to Florence, SC, road signs begin pointing toward Monroe along the way.
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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 44m. Total distance: 128.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 44m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (49%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 18.2 miles on State Hwy 151 Bypass. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Florence, SC before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Bethel Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 20.7 miles (I 485 / Governor James G Martin Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 37.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Florence, SC before heading back.
