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

148.5 miles 239 km · straight line
185.7 miles estimated 298.8 km · driving distance
3h 44min estimated drive time
$18 - $22 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
44° NE bearing direction

How far is Florence, South Carolina from Wilson?

The distance from Florence, South Carolina to Wilson is 148.5 miles (239 km) as the crow flies. Wilson is located NE of Florence, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 185.7 miles, taking about 3h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United States — Florence, South Carolina in South Carolina and Wilson 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 Wilson. 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 Wilson

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 44min $18 - $22 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 29min $15–$28* Budget
Train ~3h 33min $22–$65* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Florence, South Carolina & Wilson

Quick Facts

Florence, South Carolina
34.20°N, 79.76°W
America/New_York
42m elevation
Wilson
35.72°N, 77.92°W
America/New_York
33m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 50 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 167.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients