How far is Auburn, AL from Steele, AL?
The driving distance from Auburn, AL to Steele, AL is about 132.6 miles (213.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 100.9 miles (162.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 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 46m.
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
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Auburn and Steele.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Auburn and Steele.
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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
9.9 mi · 14 min
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Take the ramp left toward I-20 West: Birmingham
1165 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left
8.8 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 231: Ashville, Pell City
1539 ft · 37 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Ashville
62 m · 5 sec
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Turn straight onto Martin Street North
2.1 mi · 3 min · Martin Street North
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Continue on Heart of Dixie Highway
10.4 mi · 14 min · Heart of Dixie Highway
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
57 m · 3 sec
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Exit the roundabout
4.1 mi · 6 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto 6th Avenue
121 m · 12 sec · 6th Avenue
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Turn right onto 4th Street
86 m · 16 sec · 4th Street
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Turn left onto 5th Avenue
2.5 mi · 4 min · 5th Avenue
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Take the ramp right
1187 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left
6.9 mi · 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Steele
1219 ft · 37 sec
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Turn sharp left onto Steele Station Road
1.1 km · 1 min · Steele Station Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Main Street
615 ft · 16 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto Mc Hugh Street
30 m · 4 sec · Mc Hugh Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Mc Hugh Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Auburn and Steele.
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
24.2 mi · 00h 29m
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 Steele.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Auburn to Steele?
The road trip is about 132.6 miles (213.4 km) and usually takes 02h 46m 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 66.3 miles from Auburn and 66.2 miles from Steele.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 100.9 miles (162.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 31.7 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 12:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.72 one way or $35.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 41.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Auburn and Sunny near Steele.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Auburn and Steele. Straight-line distance: 100.89 mi (162.36 km).
#1 Auburn
The most populous city in Lee County, Alabama.
| Population | 68,343 |
| Coordinates | 32.6098600, -85.4807800 |
| Altitude | 215 |
| Country | United States |
End: Steele (-86.20164, 33.93982)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 213 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 39m |
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 | $17.72 | $35.45 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $19.93 | $39.86 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $21.65 | $43.29 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $25.34 | $50.68 |
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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