Origin
East Sumter, SC
Afternoon in East Sumter on Sunday
Local time
1:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from East Sumter, SC to Florence, SC
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
55m
Distance
43.4 mi
70 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 5m
10 AM
0h 59m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
1h 0m
5 PM
1h 5m
8 PM
0h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
East Sumter, SC
Connor Scott McManus
Florence, SC
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 43.4-mile drive from East Sumter, SC, to Florence, SC, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 55 minutes. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $7, it's an economical journey. The route primarily utilizes I-95, suggesting a good portion of highway driving. As both the origin and destination are within the Southeast region and the same state, expect a consistent regional feel throughout your travels. This trip is ideal for those seeking a quick and efficient transit between these two South Carolina locations, without the need for an overnight stop.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 24.5 mi | 26m |
| Myrtle Beach Highway | 12 mi | 15m |
| West Evans Street | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| I 20 Bus | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| North Pike East | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| West Cheves Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Paul Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Warley Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 24.5 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Sumter, SC and Florence, SC.
1
Start on Young Street
480 ft
·
23 sec
·
Young Street
2
Turn right onto Paul Street
0.2 mi
·
52 sec
·
Paul Street
3
Turn left onto North Pike East
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Pike East
4
Turn left onto 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
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.7 miles from East Sumter, SC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 115 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 43.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Paul Street
Turn right onto Paul Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
North Pike East
Turn left onto North Pike East
Navigation decision point
6
13.1 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Take the exit toward I 95 North: Florence
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 95 North: Florence
4
37.9 mi into trip
|
~45m 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
43.3 mi into trip
|
~55m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.79 one way
$13.57 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $7.42 | $14.84 |
| premium | $4.70 | $8.03 | $16.06 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.58 | $19.16 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13 | 0 | $4.56 | $2.08 |
| Efficient EV | 10.9 | 0 | $3.80 | $1.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.4 | 0 | $6.08 | $2.78 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Afternoon in Florence on Sunday
Local time
1:28 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
14 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
55m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a mixed drive on this route, with about 60% of the journey on highways. You'll experience a 24.5-mile stretch on I-95, offering a period of consistent speed. The remainder of the drive incorporates local roads like Myrtle Beach Highway and West Evans Street, which will likely involve more varied speed limits and potential for local traffic. This blend means you'll transition from a faster highway pace to a more community-oriented driving experience as you approach Florence.
60% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 24.5 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Paul Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 43.4 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 0.1 miles (Paul Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (North Pike East): Navigation decision point; at 13.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 55m. Total distance: 43.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (60%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 24.5 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Paul Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (North Pike East): Navigation decision point; at 13.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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