How far is Calhoun Falls, SC from Florence, SC?
The driving distance from Calhoun Falls, SC to Florence, SC is about 193.8 miles (311.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 162.2 miles (261 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 51m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Lexington County, South Carolina, USA
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Calhoun Falls and Florence.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Calhoun Falls and Florence.
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Start on North Cox Avenue
104 m · 17 sec · North Cox Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right onto East Russell Lake Boulevard
24.4 mi · 33 min · East Russell Lake Boulevard
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Turn right onto State Highway 72
1.3 mi · 3 min · State Highway 72
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Continue on West Cambridge Avenue
1.6 mi · 3 min · West Cambridge Avenue
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Turn left onto Grace Street
1617 ft · 35 sec · Grace Street
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Turn right onto Reynolds Avenue
1 mi · 2 min · Reynolds Avenue
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Continue straight
24.2 mi · 32 min
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Turn right onto Springdale Drive
3.4 mi · 5 min · Springdale Drive
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Turn right onto Highway 72 East
1.1 mi · 1 min · Highway 72 East
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Take the exit right
1176 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left
53.3 mi · 58 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 20 East: Florence
1687 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left
79.3 mi · 1 hr 30 min
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Turn left onto West Evans Street
2.4 mi · 5 min · West Evans Street
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Turn right onto Warley Street
644 ft · 20 sec · Warley Street
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Turn left onto West Cheves Street
1.1 km · 1 min · West Cheves Street
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Turn right
40 m · 12 sec
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Turn right
15 m · 4 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Calhoun Falls and Florence.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 20 East
Merge slight left
79.3 mi · 01h 30m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Sunny leaving Calhoun Falls and Sunny near Florence.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Calhoun Falls to Florence?
The road trip is about 193.8 miles (311.9 km) and usually takes 03h 55m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Chapin is a useful midpoint, sitting about 96.8 miles from Calhoun Falls and 97 miles from Florence.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 162.2 miles (261 km), while the road route adds roughly 31.6 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:08 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $27.09 one way or $54.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 60.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Calhoun Falls and Sunny near Florence.
Stop Ideas Near Chapin
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Chapin.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Calhoun Falls and Florence. Straight-line distance: 162.16 mi (260.97 km).
#1 Calhoun Falls
Town in Abbeville County, South Carolina, United States
| Population | 1,883 |
| Coordinates | 34.0923400, -82.5956900 |
| Altitude | 161 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Florence
Civil town in Florence County, Wisconsin
| Population | 38,467 |
| Coordinates | 34.1954300, -79.7625600 |
| Altitude | 42 |
| Country | United States |
End: Florence (-79.76256, 34.19543)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 312 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 52m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 25m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.96 | $27.09 | $54.19 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $30.29 | $60.59 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $32.68 | $65.36 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $38.47 | $76.94 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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