How far is Auburn, AL from Luverne, AL?
The driving distance from Auburn, AL to Luverne, AL is about 102.4 miles (164.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 76.9 miles (123.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 33m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 16m.
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.
The capital of Alabama.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Auburn and Luverne.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Auburn and Luverne.
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Start on the route
89 m · 26 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North College Street
3.8 mi · 8 min · North College Street
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Take the ramp slight right toward I-85 South: Montgomery
1792 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left
44.4 mi · 48 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 80 West, US 231, AL 21
1277 ft · 33 sec
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Merge left onto Eastern Boulevard
3.2 mi · 5 min · Eastern Boulevard
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Continue on South Boulevard
3.9 mi · 6 min · South Boulevard
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Turn left onto South Court Street
1.9 mi · 3 min · South Court Street
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Continue on Norman Bridge Road
6.7 mi · 10 min · Norman Bridge Road
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Continue on Hobbie Road
11.3 mi · 17 min · Hobbie Road
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Continue on Anderson Drive
26 mi · 39 min · Anderson Drive
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Continue on West 3rd Street
2922 ft · 57 sec · West 3rd Street
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Turn left onto Forest Avenue
23 m · 3 sec · Forest Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Forest Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Auburn and Luverne.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I-85 South
Merge slight left
44.4 mi · 00h 48m
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 Auburn and Sunny near Luverne.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Auburn to Luverne?
The road trip is about 102.4 miles (164.8 km) and usually takes 02h 16m 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?
Montgomery is a useful midpoint, sitting about 51.2 miles from Auburn and 51.2 miles from Luverne.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 76.9 miles (123.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.5 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 1:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.67 one way or $27.34 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 32.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Auburn and Sunny near Luverne.
Stop Ideas Near Montgomery
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 Montgomery.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Auburn and Luverne. Straight-line distance: 76.86 mi (123.69 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 Luverne
City in Alabama
| Population | 2,703 |
| Coordinates | 31.7165500, -86.2638500 |
| Altitude | 108 |
| Country | United States |
End: Luverne (-86.26385, 31.71655)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 165 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 16m |
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 | $13.67 | $27.34 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $15.37 | $30.75 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $16.70 | $33.39 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $19.55 | $39.10 |
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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