How far is Auburn, MS from Iuka, MS?

The driving distance from Auburn, MS to Iuka, MS is about 65.2 miles (105 km), with a travel time of about 01h 26m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 44.2 miles (71.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 52m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
65.27 mi
01h 26m
Flight
44.24 mi
71.2 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
44.24 mi
Kilometers
71.2 km
Flight Time
00h 05m

Driving Distance

Road route
65.27 mi
Kilometers
105.04 km
Drive Time
01h 26m

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 26m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Iuka
Fri, May 1, 7:54 AM CDT
Return by in Auburn
Fri, May 1, 9:21 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Auburn
2026-05-01T06:28
Arrive Iuka
Fri, May 1, 7:54 AM CDT
Route Timing
01h 26m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:26 AM to 11:26 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:38 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Auburn
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Booneville
MS

City in Prentiss County, Mississippi, United States of America

From Auburn
32.6 mi
00h 43m
To Iuka
32.6 mi
00h 43m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
67°F
Friday

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Fri, May 1 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 mph NE
Destination
67°F
Friday

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Fri, May 1 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 mph NE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Auburn and Iuka.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Auburn and Iuka.

  1. 1

    Start on County Road 1438

    36 m · 11 sec · County Road 1438

  2. 2

    Turn left onto Auburn Road / County Road 931

    1.1 km · 2 min · Auburn Road / County Road 931

  3. 3

    Take the ramp slight right

    1664 ft · 41 sec

  4. 4

    Merge slight left

    3.3 mi · 4 min

  5. 5

    Take the exit slight right toward US 45:north: Corinth

    2209 ft · 1 min

  6. 6

    Merge slight left

    23.9 mi · 28 min

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward MS 30 East: South Booneville, Tishomingo

    7 mi · 10 min

  8. 8

    Turn left

    11.6 mi · 16 min

  9. 9

    Turn left onto Highway 365

    8.3 mi · 11 min · Highway 365

  10. 10

    Take the ramp left

    1021 ft · 29 sec

  11. 11

    Merge slight left

    7 mi · 8 min

  12. 12

    Take the exit slight right toward MS 25: Iuka, Fulton

    1548 ft · 44 sec

  13. 13

    Keep slight left to continue on MS 25 North: Iuka

    98 m · 11 sec

  14. 14

    Turn left onto Veterans Memorial Drive

    2227 ft · 35 sec · Veterans Memorial Drive

  15. 15

    Turn right onto Battleground Drive

    1 mi · 2 min · Battleground Drive

  16. 16

    Turn right onto West Quitman Street

    1988 ft · 45 sec · West Quitman Street

  17. 17

    Turn left onto South Pearl Street

    1036 ft · 48 sec · South Pearl Street

  18. 18

    Turn right onto West Eastport Street

    144 m · 21 sec · West Eastport Street

  19. 19

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · East Eastport Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Auburn and Iuka.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
19 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
8
3 merges, 5 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
29.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
US 45
24.3 mi · 37%
Highway 365
15.5 mi · 24%
MS 30 East
7.03 mi · 11%
Auburn Road / County Road 931
4.34 mi · 7%
Battleground Drive
1.02 mi · 2%
Veterans Memorial Drive
0.42 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

US 45

Merge slight left

23.9 mi · 00h 28m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 26m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 52m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+21 mi
44.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Booneville
00h 43m from Auburn
Leave By
3:38 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Chance Rain Showers leaving Auburn and Chance Rain Showers near Iuka.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Auburn to Iuka?

The road trip is about 65.2 miles (105 km) and usually takes 01h 26m 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?

Booneville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 32.6 miles from Auburn and 32.6 miles from Iuka.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 44.2 miles (71.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 21 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 3:38 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.71 one way or $17.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Auburn and Chance Rain Showers near Iuka.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Auburn and Iuka. Straight-line distance: 44.24 mi (71.2 km).

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#1 Auburn

The most populous city in Lee County, Mississippi.

Population60,258
Coordinates34.2848300, -88.6317200
Altitude101
CountryUnited States
Iuka

#2 Iuka

City in Mississippi, United States

Population2,928
Coordinates34.8117600, -88.1900400
Altitude171
CountryUnited States
Start: Auburn (-88.63172, 34.28483)
End: Iuka (-88.19004, 34.81176)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 105 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 10m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 37m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 18m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 05m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 55m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 48m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.3 gal
8.72 L · about $8.71
Round trip
$17.42
4.6 gal · 17.44 L
Estimated CO2
20.4 kg one way
Round trip: 40.9 kg / 90 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $8.71 $17.42
Mid-grade $4.26 $9.80 $19.59
Premium $4.63 $10.64 $21.28
Diesel $5.42 $12.45 $24.91

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Mississippi · May 01, 2026

There is no time difference between Auburn and Iuka. The current time is 06:28:44.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.