How far is Simpsonville, SC from Florence, SC?
The driving distance from Simpsonville, SC to Florence, SC is about 168.6 miles (271.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 146.8 miles (236.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 14m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 37m.
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.
Town on the east coast of Fife in Scotland
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Sunny
Mostly Clear
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Simpsonville and Florence.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Simpsonville and Florence.
-
1
Start on the route
33 m · 10 sec
-
2
Turn right
53 m · 18 sec
-
3
Turn left onto Hedge Street
45 m · 11 sec · Hedge Street
-
4
Turn left onto East Curtis Street
114 m · 14 sec · East Curtis Street
-
5
Turn left onto Southeast Main Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · Southeast Main Street
-
6
Turn right onto Fairview Road
1408 ft · 36 sec · Fairview Road
-
7
Take the ramp slight right
1076 ft · 26 sec
-
8
Merge slight left onto Golden Strip Freeway
27.2 mi · 30 min · Golden Strip Freeway
-
9
Merge slight left
55.2 mi · 1 hr
-
10
Take the exit slight right toward I 20 East: Florence
1687 ft · 41 sec
-
11
Merge slight left
79.3 mi · 1 hr 30 min
-
12
Turn left onto West Evans Street
2.4 mi · 5 min · West Evans Street
-
13
Turn right onto Warley Street
644 ft · 20 sec · Warley Street
-
14
Turn left onto West Cheves Street
1.1 km · 1 min · West Cheves Street
-
15
Turn right
40 m · 12 sec
-
16
Turn right
15 m · 4 sec
-
17
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Simpsonville 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 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 Simpsonville and Mostly Clear near Florence.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Simpsonville to Florence?
The road trip is about 168.6 miles (271.4 km) and usually takes 02h 37m 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?
Saint Andrews is a useful midpoint, sitting about 83.3 miles from Simpsonville and 85.3 miles from Florence.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 146.8 miles (236.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.8 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 1:16 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.57 one way or $47.14 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 52.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Simpsonville and Mostly Clear near Florence.
Stop Ideas Near Saint Andrews
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 Saint Andrews.
Columbia
Camden
Denmark
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Simpsonville and Florence. Straight-line distance: 146.79 mi (236.23 km).
#1 Simpsonville
City in Greenville County, South Carolina, United States of America
| Population | 25,272 |
| Coordinates | 34.7370600, -82.2542800 |
| Altitude | 262 |
| 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: (-79.762378, 34.19544)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 271 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 06m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $23.57 | $47.14 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $26.35 | $52.71 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $28.43 | $56.86 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $33.46 | $66.93 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in South Carolina · Apr 15, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.