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

134.3 miles 216.2 km · straight line
168 miles estimated 270.3 km · driving distance
3h 23min estimated drive time
$16 - $20 estimated fuel cost
~46min flight time
348° NNW bearing direction

How far is Florence, South Carolina from Winston-Salem?

The distance from Florence, South Carolina to Winston-Salem is 134.3 miles (216.2 km) as the crow flies. Winston-Salem is located NNW of Florence, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 168 miles, taking about 3h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. Both are located in United States — Florence, South Carolina in South Carolina and Winston-Salem 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. 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. 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 Winston-Salem. 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 Winston-Salem

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 23min $16 - $20 Flexible stops
Fly ~46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 4min $13–$25* Budget
Train ~3h 13min $20–$59* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Florence, South Carolina & Winston-Salem

Quick Facts

Florence, South Carolina
34.20°N, 79.76°W
America/New_York
42m elevation
Winston-Salem
36.10°N, 80.24°W
America/New_York
293m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 45 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 185.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients