How far is Auburn, AL from Rock Creek, AL?
The driving distance from Auburn, AL to Rock Creek, AL is about 129.4 miles (208.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 110.4 miles (177.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 41m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 50m.
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.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Auburn and Rock Creek.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Auburn and Rock Creek.
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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
13.8 mi · 16 min
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Continue straight
6.4 mi · 8 min
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Continue straight
12.9 mi · 15 min
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Continue straight
25.5 mi · 31 min
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Continue straight
42.8 mi · 57 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 31 North, US 280 West: Birmingham
1901 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left onto Red Mountain Expressway
2.4 mi · 3 min · Red Mountain Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 20, I 59
2132 ft · 52 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 20 West, I 59 South: Tuscaloosa
1.1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
9.6 mi · 12 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Allison-Bonnett Memorial Drive
1713 ft · 42 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Hueytown
779 ft · 19 sec
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Turn straight onto Valley Road
1203 ft · 24 sec · Valley Road
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Continue on Allison-Bonnett Memorial Drive
4.1 mi · 7 min · Allison-Bonnett Memorial Drive
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Continue on Warrior River Road
4.3 mi · 8 min · Warrior River Road
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Continue on Lock 17 Road
1683 ft · 34 sec · Lock 17 Road
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Turn slight left onto Park Road
1075 ft · 53 sec · Park Road
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Turn left onto Hancock Drive
931 ft · 41 sec · Hancock Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Hancock Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Auburn and Rock Creek.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
North College Street
Continue straight
42.8 mi · 00h 57m
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 Rock Creek.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Auburn to Rock Creek?
The road trip is about 129.4 miles (208.3 km) and usually takes 02h 50m 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?
Mignon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 64.7 miles from Auburn and 64.7 miles from Rock Creek.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 110.4 miles (177.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 19 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 12:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.27 one way or $34.54 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Auburn and Sunny near Rock Creek.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Auburn and Rock Creek. Straight-line distance: 110.32 mi (177.55 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 Rock Creek
City in Pine County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,456 |
| Coordinates | 33.4770500, -87.0802700 |
| Altitude | 179 |
| Country | United States |
End: Rock Creek (-87.08027, 33.47705)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 208 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 36m |
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 | $17.27 | $34.54 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $19.42 | $38.84 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $21.09 | $42.18 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $24.69 | $49.38 |
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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