How far is Florence, SC from Myrtle Beach, SC?
The driving distance from Florence, SC to Myrtle Beach, SC is about 67.7 miles (109 km), with a travel time of about 01h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 61.2 miles (98.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 44m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 22m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Horry County, South Carolina, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Clear
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Florence and Myrtle Beach.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Florence and Myrtle Beach.
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Start on the route
15 m · 9 sec
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Turn left
40 m · 12 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right onto East Cheves Street
1.5 km · 2 min · East Cheves Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East Palmetto Street
18.9 mi · 25 min · East Palmetto Street
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Continue straight
3.1 mi · 4 min
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Continue straight
41.9 mi · 55 min
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Turn straight
2 mi · 4 min
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Turn slight right onto 8th Avenue North
76 m · 15 sec · 8th Avenue North
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Turn right onto North Kings Highway
1443 ft · 41 sec · North Kings Highway
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Turn left onto 5th Avenue North
61 m · 11 sec · 5th Avenue North
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Turn right
60 m · 14 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 Florence and Myrtle Beach.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East Palmetto Street
Continue straight
41.9 mi · 00h 55m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Florence and Clear near Myrtle Beach.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Florence to Myrtle Beach?
The road trip is about 67.7 miles (109 km) and usually takes 01h 22m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Aynor is a useful midpoint, sitting about 33.7 miles from Florence and 34.1 miles from Myrtle Beach.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 61.2 miles (98.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.5 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:46 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.47 one way or $18.93 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Florence and Clear near Myrtle Beach.
Stop Ideas Near Aynor
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Marion Old Town Hall and Opera House
Aynor Town Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Aynor.
Dillon
Florence
Kingstree
Hamlet
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Florence and Myrtle Beach. Straight-line distance: 61.19 mi (98.48 km).
#1 Florence
Civil town in Florence County, Wisconsin
| Population | 38,467 |
| Coordinates | 34.1954300, -79.7625600 |
| Altitude | 42 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Myrtle Beach
Coastal city in South Carolina, United States
| Population | 35,555 |
| Coordinates | 33.6890600, -78.8866900 |
| Altitude | 8 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Kings Highway (-78.887105, 33.689329)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 109 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 50m |
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 | $9.47 | $18.93 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $10.59 | $21.17 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $11.42 | $22.84 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $13.44 | $26.88 |
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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