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

How far is Florence, South Carolina from Jacksonville, North Carolina?

The distance from Florence, South Carolina to Jacksonville, North Carolina is 138.3 miles (222.6 km) as the crow flies. Jacksonville, North Carolina is located ENE of Florence, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 172.9 miles, taking about 3h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United States — Florence, South Carolina in South Carolina and Jacksonville, North Carolina in North 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 Florence, South Carolina and Jacksonville, North 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.