How far is Auburn, AL from Southside, AL?
The driving distance from Auburn, AL to Southside, AL is about 120.4 miles (193.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 96.1 miles (154.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 04m 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 32m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Alabama, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Auburn and Southside.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Auburn and Southside.
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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
24.2 mi · 29 min
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Take the exit slight right
1053 ft · 29 sec
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Turn right
30 m · 3 sec
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Merge slight left onto Rockford Highway
1.5 km · 1 min · Rockford Highway
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Continue on South Broadway Avenue
22.7 mi · 26 min · South Broadway Avenue
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Turn left
34.5 mi · 49 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Auburn and Southside.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Longest stretch
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34.5 mi · 00h 49m
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 Southside.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Auburn to Southside?
The road trip is about 120.4 miles (193.8 km) and usually takes 02h 32m 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?
Sylacauga is a useful midpoint, sitting about 60.3 miles from Auburn and 60.1 miles from Southside.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 96.1 miles (154.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.3 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:26 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.09 one way or $32.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Auburn and Mostly Sunny near Southside.
Stop Ideas Near Sylacauga
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 Sylacauga.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Auburn and Southside. Straight-line distance: 96.08 mi (154.62 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 Southside
City in Alabama, United States
| Population | 9,046 |
| Coordinates | 33.9245400, -86.0224700 |
| Altitude | 189 |
| Country | United States |
End: Southside (-86.02247, 33.92454)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 194 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 30m |
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 | $16.09 | $32.19 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $18.10 | $36.20 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $19.66 | $39.31 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $23.01 | $46.03 |
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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