Charlottesville to Florence, South Carolina: Road Trip Guide & Distance

274.5 miles 441.7 km · straight line
343.1 miles estimated 552.1 km · driving distance
6h 54min estimated drive time
$33 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
196° SSW bearing direction

How far is Charlottesville from Florence, South Carolina?

The distance from Charlottesville to Florence, South Carolina is 274.5 miles (441.7 km) as the crow flies. Florence, South Carolina is located SSW of Charlottesville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 343.1 miles, taking about 6h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Charlottesville in Virginia 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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Charlottesville 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 Charlottesville to Florence, South Carolina

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 54min $33 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 17min $27–$51* Budget
Train ~6h 33min $41–$120* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Charlottesville & Florence, South Carolina

Quick Facts

Charlottesville
38.03°N, 78.48°W
America/New_York
142m 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 92 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 90.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients