How far is Saint Matthews, SC from Florence, SC?
The driving distance from Saint Matthews, SC to Florence, SC is about 95.6 miles (153.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 68.8 miles (110.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 55m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 57m.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Matthews and Florence.
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Start on the route
9 m · 7 sec
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Turn left onto Bridge Street
89 m · 12 sec · Bridge Street
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Turn right onto Harry C Raysor Drive
1.2 mi · 2 min · Harry C Raysor Drive
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Continue on Saint Matthews Road
1 km · 56 sec · Saint Matthews Road
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Turn left onto Old State Road
15.7 mi · 23 min · Old State Road
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Turn left onto Five Chop Road
8.6 mi · 11 min · Five Chop Road
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Take the exit slight right
1383 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
63.6 mi · 1 hr 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 20 Business East: Florence
1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight right
1.6 mi · 3 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 Saint Matthews and Florence.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Five Chop Road
Merge slight left
63.6 mi · 01h 08m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Saint Matthews to Florence?
The road trip is about 95.6 miles (153.8 km) and usually takes 01h 57m 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?
Manning is a useful midpoint, sitting about 47.8 miles from Saint Matthews and 47.7 miles from Florence.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 68.8 miles (110.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.8 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 2:34 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.35 one way or $26.70 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near Manning
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Saint Matthews and Florence. Straight-line distance: 68.79 mi (110.7 km).
#1 Saint Matthews
Town in Calhoun County, South Carolina
| Population | 1,903 |
| Coordinates | 33.6648800, -80.7778700 |
| Altitude | 84 |
| 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: 154 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 11m |
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 | $13.35 | $26.70 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $14.93 | $29.85 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $16.10 | $32.20 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $18.95 | $37.91 |
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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