Traveling from Florence to Burnettown is a straightforward 142.6-mile journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 47 minutes. Since this is a highway-focused drive, you can easily complete the trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $23 on fuel, making it a budget-friendly option for regional travel within South Carolina. You will spend the vast majority of your time on major routes like the J Strom Thurmond Freeway and Columbia Highway North. Because the entire route remains within the Southeast region, the transition between these two South Carolina towns feels consistent and familiar.
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
71.3 miles from Florence, SC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 24m into the drive
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Step-by-step road directions between Florence, SC and Burnettown, SC.
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Start on this road
50 ft·8 sec·this road
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Turn left
133 ft·15 sec
3
At end of road, turn left onto East Cheves Street
0.7 mi·1 min·East Cheves Street
4
Turn right onto Warley Street
0.1 mi·18 sec·Warley Street
5
Turn left onto S-21-31
2.4 mi·4 min·West Evans Street
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Turn right onto I 20 Bus
1.5 mi·2 min·West David H McLeod Boulevard
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Continue on I 20 Bus
120 mi·2 hr 13 min·J Strom Thurmond Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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Take the exit
0.3 mi·43 sec
Exit 22Toward US 1: Aiken
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Turn straight onto US 1
6.0 mi·6 min·Columbia Highway North
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Continue on US 1
0.6 mi·53 sec·York Street Northeast
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Turn right onto SC 118; US 78 Truck
171 ft·2 sec·Rudy Mason Parkway
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Continue on SC 118; US 1 Truck; US 78 Truck
1.0 mi·1 min·Rutland Drive
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Continue on SC 118; US 1 Truck; US 78 Truck; SC 19 Truck
3.1 mi·3 min·University Parkway
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Continue on SC 118; US 1 Truck; US 78 Truck; SC 19 Truck
1.5 mi·1 min·Robert M Bell Parkway
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Take the exit onto US 1 Truck; US 78 Truck
243 ft·6 sec·US 1 Truck; US 78 Truck
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Continue on US 1; US 78
4.9 mi·7 min·Jefferson Davis Highway
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Turn left onto S-2-254
390 ft·9 sec·Langley Dam Road
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Continue on S-2-254
0.5 mi·55 sec·Langley Dam Road
19
Turn right onto Carline Road
465 ft·14 sec·Carline Road
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Turn left onto Cross Over Road
366 ft·10 sec·Cross Over Road
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Turn right onto SC 421
332 ft·6 sec·Augusta Road
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Arrive at destination
SC 421
Trip Plan
Planning for this 142.6-mile drive is simple since the duration is well under three hours. Because you only need to account for one stop, you have plenty of flexibility to adjust your departure time based on local traffic patterns. To keep your travel stress-free, aim to fuel up before hitting the longer 119.5-mile stretch of the J Strom Thurmond Freeway to ensure you have a buffer for the $23 estimated cost. Since this is a highway-heavy route, stay alert for changing speed limits as you move from the freeway onto the Jefferson Davis Highway. Being prepared for these transitions will help you maintain a steady, comfortable pace until you reach Burnettown.
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 71.3 miles from Florence, SC, or about 1h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 119.5 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 31 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 71.3 miles or 1h 24m 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 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Burnettown, SC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Florence, 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 Florence, SC
This is one driving day of about 142.6 miles and 2h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 miles from Florence, 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 J Strom Thurmond Freeway for about 119.5 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 124.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|East Cheves Street
At end of road, turn left onto East Cheves Street
Navigation decision point
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0.7 mi into trip|~1m in|Warley Street
Turn right onto Warley Street
Navigation decision point
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0.9 mi into trip|~2m in|S-21-31 / West Evans Street
Turn left onto S-21-31 / West Evans Street
Navigation decision point
5
124.2 mi into trip|~2h 23m in
Take the exit toward US 1: Aiken
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 22
Toward US 1: Aiken
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.30 one way
$44.60 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg50 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$24.38
$48.76
premium
$4.70
$26.39
$52.78
diesel
$5.61
$31.48
$62.97
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 49.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
42.8
0
$14.97
$6.84
Efficient EV
35.7
0
$12.48
$5.70
EV Truck/SUV
57
0
$19.96
$9.13
Gas CO2
50 kg
EV CO2
17 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 as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Florence, SC
Late night
in Florence on Sunday
Local time
3:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Burnettown, SC
Late night
in Burnettown on Sunday
Local time
3:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
89°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
89°F
Saint Andrews, SC
71 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
15 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 47m 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 68.8
Caution: Backcountry Trail Conditions
Park Closure: Boardwalk Partially Closed for Construction
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is defined by its efficiency, with 87% of the route consisting of highway driving. You will settle into a rhythm quickly, as the longest uninterrupted stretch covers 119.5 miles along the J Strom Thurmond Freeway. While the path starts with high-speed highway segments, you will eventually transition onto the Columbia Highway North and Jefferson Davis Highway as you near your destination. Expect a reliable, consistent road surface that prioritizes speed and directness over winding, technical turns. It is a no-nonsense commute that lets you cover significant ground across the state in under three hours.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 119.5 mi on J Strom Thurmond Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on J Strom Thurmond Freeway and Columbia Highway North. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Florence, SC to Burnettown, SC is easy. At 2h 47m with 87% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; near the start (East Cheves Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (Warley Street): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 47m. Total distance: 142.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 119.5 miles on J Strom Thurmond Freeway. 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: near the start: Navigation decision point; near the start (East Cheves Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (Warley Street): Navigation decision point.
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 Burnettown, SC before heading back.
