Florence, South Carolina to Outer Banks: Road Trip Guide & Distance

261 miles 420.1 km · straight line
326.3 miles estimated 525.1 km · driving distance
6h 34min estimated drive time
$31 - $39 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
68° ENE bearing direction

How far is Florence, South Carolina from Outer Banks?

The distance from Florence, South Carolina to Outer Banks is 261 miles (420.1 km) as the crow flies. Outer Banks is located ENE of Florence, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 326.3 miles, taking about 6h 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Florence, South Carolina in South Carolina and Outer Banks 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Florence, South Carolina and Outer Banks. 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 Outer Banks

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 34min $31 - $39 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 53min $26–$49* Budget
Train ~6h 14min $39–$114* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Florence, South Carolina & Outer Banks

Quick Facts

Florence, South Carolina
34.20°N, 79.76°W
America/New_York
42m elevation
Outer Banks
35.56°N, 75.47°W
America/New_York
2m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 87 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 95.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients