How far is Auburn, AL from Cedar Bluff, AL?
The driving distance from Auburn, AL to Cedar Bluff, AL is about 133.6 miles (215 km), with a travel time of about 03h 12m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 111.5 miles (179.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 25m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 12m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Auburn and Cedar Bluff.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Auburn and Cedar Bluff.
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Start on the route
89 m · 24 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right onto North College Street
4 mi · 6 min · North College Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward North College Street
24 m · 1 sec · North College Street
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Exit the roundabout onto North College Street
1.2 km · 1 min · North College Street
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Take the ramp slight left toward North College Street
50 m · 3 sec · North College Street
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Continue straight
1983 ft · 28 sec
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Turn right
7.9 mi · 11 min
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Turn sharp left
71.5 mi · 1 hr 40 min
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Continue on Old US Highway 431 South
2001 ft · 33 sec · Old US Highway 431 South
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At the end of the road, turn right
4 mi · 6 min
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Turn left onto State Route 9
20.6 mi · 29 min · State Route 9
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Continue on South Main Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · South Main Street
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Turn right
141 m · 14 sec
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Turn left onto State Route 9
14.8 mi · 26 min · State Route 9
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Continue on Piedmont Highway
1.4 mi · 3 min · Piedmont Highway
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Continue on Armory Road
1.4 km · 2 min · Armory Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Cedar Bluff Road
2.8 mi · 3 min · Cedar Bluff Road
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Continue on State Route 9
2.5 mi · 3 min · State Route 9
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Turn left onto South Weiss Lake Drive
1002 ft · 27 sec · South Weiss Lake Drive
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Turn left onto Old Hwy 9
13 m · 2 sec · Old Hwy 9
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Old Hwy 9
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Auburn and Cedar Bluff.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn sharp left
71.5 mi · 01h 40m
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 Auburn and Sunny near Cedar Bluff.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Auburn to Cedar Bluff?
The road trip is about 133.6 miles (215 km) and usually takes 03h 12m 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?
Wedowee is a useful midpoint, sitting about 66.9 miles from Auburn and 66.7 miles from Cedar Bluff.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 111.5 miles (179.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.1 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:34 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.87 one way or $35.75 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 41.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Auburn and Sunny near Cedar Bluff.
Stop Ideas Near Wedowee
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 Wedowee.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Auburn and Cedar Bluff. Straight-line distance: 111.5 mi (179.44 km).
#1 Auburn
The most populous city in Lee County, Alabama.
| Population | 68,343 |
| Coordinates | 32.6098600, -85.4807800 |
| Altitude | 215 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cedar Bluff
Town of the United States
| Population | 1,829 |
| Coordinates | 34.2200900, -85.6077400 |
| Altitude | 181 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cedar Bluff (-85.60774, 34.22009)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 215 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 40m |
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 | $3.79 | $17.87 | $35.75 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $20.10 | $40.20 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $21.83 | $43.66 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $25.56 | $51.12 |
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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