How far is Childersburg, AL from Auburn, AL?
The driving distance from Childersburg, AL to Auburn, AL is about 73.8 miles (118.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 68.5 miles (110.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 34m 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 01h 17m.
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
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City in Tallapoosa County, Alabama, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Childersburg and Auburn.
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Start on 8th Avenue Southwest
18 m · 8 sec · 8th Avenue Southwest
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Turn left onto 1st Street Southwest
1341 ft · 29 sec · 1st Street Southwest
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Turn left
34.2 mi · 42 min
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Continue straight
14.4 mi · 18 min
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Continue straight
6.4 mi · 8 min
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Continue straight
13.8 mi · 16 min
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Turn right onto North College Street
1.2 km · 1 min · North College Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward North College Street
23 m · 1 sec · North College Street
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Exit the roundabout onto North College Street
4 mi · 6 min · North College Street
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Turn left
89 m · 21 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Childersburg and Auburn.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
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34.2 mi · 00h 42m
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 Childersburg and Mostly Clear near Auburn.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Childersburg to Auburn?
The road trip is about 73.8 miles (118.8 km) and usually takes 01h 17m 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?
Alexander City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 36.9 miles from Childersburg and 37 miles from Auburn.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 68.5 miles (110.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.3 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 3:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.85 one way or $19.69 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Childersburg and Mostly Clear near Auburn.
Stop Ideas Near Alexander City
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Childersburg and Auburn. Straight-line distance: 68.57 mi (110.35 km).
#1 Childersburg
City in Talladega County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 4,781 |
| Coordinates | 33.2781700, -86.3549800 |
| Altitude | 128 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Auburn
The most populous city in Lee County, Alabama.
| Population | 68,343 |
| Coordinates | 32.6098600, -85.4807800 |
| Altitude | 215 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-85.480913, 32.609482)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 119 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 55m |
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 | $9.85 | $19.69 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $11.07 | $22.15 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $12.03 | $24.05 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $14.08 | $28.16 |
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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