Augusta, Georgia to Florence, South Carolina: Road Trip Guide & Distance

136.5 miles 219.6 km · straight line
170.6 miles estimated 274.5 km · driving distance
3h 26min estimated drive time
$16 - $20 estimated fuel cost
~46min flight time
68° ENE bearing direction

How far is Augusta, Georgia from Florence, South Carolina?

The distance from Augusta, Georgia to Florence, South Carolina is 136.5 miles (219.6 km) as the crow flies. Florence, South Carolina is located ENE of Augusta, Georgia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 170.6 miles, taking about 3h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. Both are located in United States — Augusta, Georgia in Georgia and Florence, South Carolina in South Carolina.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Augusta, Georgia and Florence, South Carolina. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Augusta, Georgia to Florence, South Carolina

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 26min $16 - $20 Flexible stops
Fly ~46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 7min $14–$26* Budget
Train ~3h 16min $20–$60* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Augusta, Georgia & Florence, South Carolina

Quick Facts

Augusta, Georgia
33.47°N, 81.97°W
America/New_York
43m elevation
Florence, South Carolina
34.20°N, 79.76°W
America/New_York
42m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 46 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 182.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients