Sumter to West Palm Beach: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Sumter from West Palm Beach?

The distance from Sumter to West Palm Beach is 498.1 miles (801.6 km) as the crow flies. West Palm Beach is located S of Sumter. By car, the driving distance is approximately 597.7 miles, taking about 12h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 30min. Both are located in United States — Sumter in South Carolina and West Palm Beach in Florida.

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. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey.

Coordinates come from public place data for Sumter and West Palm Beach. 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.