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

334.4 miles 538.1 km · straight line
401.2 miles estimated 645.7 km · driving distance
8h 4min estimated drive time
$39 - $48 estimated fuel cost
~1h 10min flight time
331° NNW bearing direction

How far is Florence, South Carolina from Meads?

The distance from Florence, South Carolina to Meads is 334.4 miles (538.1 km) as the crow flies. Meads is located NNW of Florence, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 401.2 miles, taking about 8h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 10min. Both are located in United States — Florence, South Carolina in South Carolina and Meads in Kentucky.

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. 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 Meads. 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 Meads

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 4min $39 - $48 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 10min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 41min $32–$60* Budget
Train ~7h 40min $48–$140* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Florence, South Carolina & Meads

Quick Facts

Florence, South Carolina
34.20°N, 79.76°W
America/New_York
42m elevation
Meads
38.41°N, 82.71°W
America/New_York
185m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 111 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 28 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 74.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients