Florence, South Carolina to Salem, Virginia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Florence, South Carolina from Salem, Virginia?

The distance from Florence, South Carolina to Salem, Virginia is 214.7 miles (345.5 km) as the crow flies. Salem, Virginia is located N of Florence, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 268.4 miles, taking about 5h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Florence, South Carolina in South Carolina and Salem, Virginia in Virginia.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Florence, South Carolina and Salem, Virginia. 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.