Decatur, Alabama to Florence, South Carolina: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Decatur, Alabama from Florence, South Carolina?

The distance from Decatur, Alabama to Florence, South Carolina is 412.5 miles (663.9 km) as the crow flies. Florence, South Carolina is located E of Decatur, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 495 miles, taking about 9h 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 20min. Both are located in United States — Decatur, Alabama in Alabama and Florence, South Carolina in South Carolina.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Decatur, Alabama 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.