Florence, South Carolina to Jacksonville Beach: Road Trip Guide & Distance

285.8 miles 460 km · straight line
357.3 miles estimated 575 km · driving distance
7h 11min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
200° SSW bearing direction

How far is Florence, South Carolina from Jacksonville Beach?

The distance from Florence, South Carolina to Jacksonville Beach is 285.8 miles (460 km) as the crow flies. Jacksonville Beach is located SSW of Florence, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 357.3 miles, taking about 7h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States — Florence, South Carolina in South Carolina and Jacksonville Beach in Florida.

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 Florence, South Carolina and Jacksonville Beach. 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 Florence, South Carolina to Jacksonville Beach

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 11min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 37min $29–$54* Budget
Train ~6h 49min $43–$125* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Florence, South Carolina & Jacksonville Beach

Quick Facts

Florence, South Carolina
34.20°N, 79.76°W
America/New_York
42m elevation
Jacksonville Beach
30.29°N, 81.39°W
America/New_York
3m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 95 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 87.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients