Origin
Pamplico, SC
Morning in Pamplico on Sunday
Local time
10:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pamplico, 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
35m
Distance
19.4 mi
31 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 32m
★
6 AM
0h 35m
8 AM
0h 41m
10 AM
0h 37m
12 PM
0h 37m
3 PM
0h 37m
5 PM
0h 41m
8 PM
0h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pamplico, SC
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Florence, SC
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Trip Overview
If you are traveling from Pamplico to Florence, you are looking at a straightforward 19.4-mile trek through the heart of Southeast South Carolina. This local drive typically takes about 35 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stops. Budgeting approximately $3 for fuel should be sufficient to cover the entire distance. Since the route stays entirely within the state, you will experience a consistent regional feel throughout the journey. It is a practical, no-fuss connection between two local hubs, perfect for those who prefer a short, manageable time behind the wheel.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Pamplico Highway | 17.1 mi | 30m |
| South Church Street | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| North Walnut Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
North Pamplico Highway
— 17.1 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pamplico, SC and Florence, SC.
1
Start on State Road S-21-132
40 ft
·
8 sec
·
North Walnut Street
2
Continue on North Walnut Street
75 ft
·
4 sec
·
North Walnut Street
3
Turn right onto SC 51
17 mi
·
30 min
·
North Pamplico Highway
4
Turn right onto South Church Street
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
South Church Street
5
Turn left
57 ft
·
4 sec
Use the left lane.
6
Turn slight left
126 ft
·
14 sec
7
At end of road, turn left
44 ft
·
5 sec
8
Turn right
50 ft
·
3 sec
9
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 55 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 19.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
North Walnut Street
Continue onto North Walnut Street
Navigation decision point
3
17.2 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
South Church Street
Turn right onto South Church Street
Navigation decision point
5
19.3 mi into trip
|
~34m in
Turn left
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
19.4 mi into trip
|
~34m in
At end of road, turn left
Navigation decision point
5
19.4 mi into trip
|
~35m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.03 one way
$6.07 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $3.32 | $6.63 |
| premium | $4.70 | $3.59 | $7.18 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.28 | $8.57 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.8 | 0 | $2.04 | $0.93 |
| Efficient EV | 4.9 | 0 | $1.70 | $0.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.72 | $1.24 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Morning in Florence on Sunday
Local time
10:18 AM
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
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
35m 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 turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route features zero highway travel. You will navigate primarily via North Walnut Street, North Pamplico Highway, and South Church Street to reach your destination. Because the entire 19.4-mile path consists of local roads, you should stay alert for frequent turns and changing traffic conditions. The road offers a steady, hands-on driving experience that requires your full attention compared to a standard highway haul. It is a direct, uncomplicated run that keeps you on local pavement from start to finish.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 17.1 mi on North Pamplico Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Walnut Street.
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 35m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Walnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 17.2 miles (South Church Street): Navigation decision point; at 19.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 35m. Total distance: 19.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 17.1 miles on North Pamplico Highway. 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: near the start (North Walnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 17.2 miles (South Church Street): Navigation decision point; at 19.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
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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