How far is Auburn, AL from Headland, AL?
The driving distance from Auburn, AL to Headland, AL is about 108.9 miles (175.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 87.4 miles (140.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 01m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 30m.
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.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Auburn and Headland.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Auburn and Headland.
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Start on the route
87 m · 24 sec
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Turn right onto North Gay Street
112 m · 20 sec · North Gay Street
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Turn left onto East Glenn Avenue
3.3 mi · 7 min · East Glenn Avenue
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Turn slight right
110 m · 20 sec
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Turn straight onto Bent Creek Road
1813 ft · 56 sec · Bent Creek Road
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Take the ramp left toward I-85 North, US 29 North: Atlanta
1483 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left
3.6 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AL 51, AL 169: Opelika, Hurtsboro
1002 ft · 24 sec
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Keep slight left
46 m · 9 sec
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Turn left onto Marvyn Parkway
2739 ft · 55 sec · Marvyn Parkway
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Turn left onto Crawford Road
16.1 mi · 25 min · Crawford Road
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Continue straight
2909 ft · 56 sec
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Turn right
9.7 mi · 17 min
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Turn right
32.4 mi · 40 min
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Continue on South Eufaula Avenue
13 mi · 18 min · South Eufaula Avenue
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Continue straight
3.4 mi · 4 min
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Continue straight
1.9 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
2.2 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
3.2 mi · 4 min
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Continue straight
16.8 mi · 19 min
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Turn right
526 ft · 11 sec
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Continue on Main Street
1.6 km · 2 min · Main Street
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Continue on Main Street
645 ft · 19 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto East Church Street
74 m · 7 sec · East Church Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Church Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Auburn and Headland.
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 right
32.4 mi · 00h 40m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Auburn and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Headland.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Auburn to Headland?
The road trip is about 108.9 miles (175.3 km) and usually takes 02h 30m 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?
Eufaula is a useful midpoint, sitting about 54.6 miles from Auburn and 54.4 miles from Headland.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 87.4 miles (140.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.5 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:28 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.54 one way or $29.08 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Auburn and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Headland.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Auburn and Headland. Straight-line distance: 87.34 mi (140.56 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 Headland
City in Alabama, United States
| Population | 4,748 |
| Coordinates | 31.3512800, -85.3421600 |
| Altitude | 116 |
| Country | United States |
End: Headland (-85.34216, 31.35128)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 175 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 21m |
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 | $14.54 | $29.08 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $16.35 | $32.71 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $17.76 | $35.52 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $20.79 | $41.59 |
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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