How far is Auburn, IN from Richmond, IN?
The driving distance from Auburn, IN to Richmond, IN is about 116.1 miles (186.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 23m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 106.6 miles (171.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 46m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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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 23m.
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.
City in Indiana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Patchy Frost then Mostly Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Auburn and Richmond.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Auburn and Richmond.
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Start on West 7th Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · West 7th Street
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Turn left
926 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left
16.1 mi · 18 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Coldwater Road South, Coldwater Road North
1092 ft · 21 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Coldwater Road South
1591 ft · 39 sec
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Turn straight onto Coldwater Road
1.9 mi · 3 min · Coldwater Road
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Continue on North Clinton Street
1353 ft · 23 sec · North Clinton Street
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Continue on Edgewood Avenue
833 ft · 16 sec · Edgewood Avenue
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Turn left onto Lima Road
724 ft · 15 sec · Lima Road
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Continue on North Clinton Street
1.2 mi · 1 min · North Clinton Street
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Continue on N Clinton Street
3 mi · 4 min · N Clinton Street
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Merge slight left onto Lafayette Street
31.5 mi · 37 min · Lafayette Street
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Continue on South Harrison Street
43.1 mi · 49 min · South Harrison Street
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Continue on South 200 E
6 mi · 7 min · South 200 E
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Continue on Chester Blvd
1.2 km · 51 sec · Chester Blvd
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Continue on Chester Boulevard
7.8 mi · 9 min · Chester Boulevard
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Turn right onto North G Street
601 ft · 32 sec · North G Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North 8th Street
3130 ft · 2 min · North 8th Street
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Turn left onto East Main Street
113 m · 10 sec · East Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Auburn and Richmond.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
South Harrison Street
Continue on South Harrison Street
43.1 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.
Patchy Frost then Mostly Sunny leaving Auburn and Sunny near Richmond.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Auburn to Richmond?
The road trip is about 116.1 miles (186.8 km) and usually takes 02h 23m 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?
Berne is a useful midpoint, sitting about 57.3 miles from Auburn and 58.8 miles from Richmond.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 106.6 miles (171.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.5 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:44 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.46 one way or $30.92 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Frost then Mostly Sunny around Auburn and Sunny near Richmond.
Stop Ideas Near Berne
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 Berne.
Waterloo
Bryan
Connersville station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Auburn and Richmond. Straight-line distance: 106.63 mi (171.61 km).
#1 Auburn
City in DeKalb County, Indiana, United States
| Population | 13,617 |
| Coordinates | 41.3669900, -85.0588600 |
| Altitude | 264 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Richmond
City in Indiana, United States
| Population | 35,239 |
| Coordinates | 39.8289400, -84.8902400 |
| Altitude | 299 |
| Country | United States |
End: US 27 (-84.890345, 39.828941)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 187 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 26m |
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 | $3.77 | $15.46 | $30.92 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $17.44 | $34.87 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $19.08 | $38.16 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $21.75 | $43.49 |
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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