How far is Auburn, AL from Shelby, AL?
The driving distance from Auburn, AL to Shelby, AL is about 96.1 miles (154.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 06m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 72.8 miles (117.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 13m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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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
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 06m.
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 in Alabama, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Auburn and Shelby.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Auburn and Shelby.
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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
11.8 mi · 16 min
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Turn left onto Klein Road
5 mi · 7 min · Klein Road
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At the end of the road, turn left
4.4 mi · 6 min
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Turn left onto South Main Street
2.7 mi · 4 min · South Main Street
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Continue straight
5.9 mi · 8 min
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Turn right onto County Road 42
2.8 mi · 7 min · County Road 42
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Turn left onto County Road 47
1648 ft · 37 sec · County Road 47
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Turn right onto Evergreen Road
52 m · 8 sec · Evergreen Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Evergreen Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Auburn and Shelby.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
North College Street
Continue straight
25.5 mi · 00h 31m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Auburn and Mostly Sunny near Shelby.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Auburn to Shelby?
The road trip is about 96.1 miles (154.7 km) and usually takes 02h 06m 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?
Kellyton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 48.1 miles from Auburn and 48.1 miles from Shelby.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 72.8 miles (117.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.3 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:16 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.43 one way or $24.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Auburn and Mostly Sunny near Shelby.
Stop Ideas Near Kellyton
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 Kellyton.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Auburn and Shelby. Straight-line distance: 72.78 mi (117.13 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 Shelby
Shelby is a place in Alabama, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 33.1104000, -86.5841500 |
| Altitude | 151 |
| Country | United States |
End: Shelby (-86.58415, 33.1104)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 155 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 11m |
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 | $3.67 | $12.43 | $24.87 |
| Mid-grade | $4.15 | $14.08 | $28.16 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $15.44 | $30.88 |
| Diesel | $5.82 | $19.74 | $39.47 |
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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