How far is Hernando, MS from Auburn, MS?
The driving distance from Hernando, MS to Auburn, MS is about 98.5 miles (158.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 86 miles (138.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 02m 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 31m.
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.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hernando and Auburn.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hernando and Auburn.
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Start on the route
49 m · 8 sec
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Turn left onto West Commerce Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · West Commerce Street
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Take the ramp left
1186 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left
1.9 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 69 South: Tunica
1599 ft · 39 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 269 East: Nashville
2730 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto I 269 East: Nashville
14.5 mi · 16 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 22, US 78: Memphis, Tupelo
2134 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 22 East, US 78 East: Holly Springs, Tupelo
1.5 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
77.4 mi · 1 hr 23 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Auburn Road
1211 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight left
82 m · 8 sec
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Turn left onto Auburn Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Auburn Road
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Turn right onto County Road 1438
36 m · 5 sec · County Road 1438
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · County Road 1438
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hernando and Auburn.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 22 East
Merge slight left
77.4 mi · 01h 23m
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 Hernando and Sunny near Auburn.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hernando to Auburn?
The road trip is about 98.5 miles (158.5 km) and usually takes 01h 31m 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?
Potts Camp is a useful midpoint, sitting about 49.2 miles from Hernando and 49.3 miles from Auburn.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 86 miles (138.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.5 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:28 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.18 one way or $26.36 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Hernando and Sunny near Auburn.
Stop Ideas Near Potts Camp
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 Potts Camp.
Central Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hernando and Auburn. Straight-line distance: 85.99 mi (138.39 km).
#1 Hernando
City in Mississippi
| Population | 16,854 |
| Coordinates | 34.8239900, -89.9937000 |
| Altitude | 116 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Auburn
The most populous city in Lee County, Mississippi.
| Population | 60,258 |
| Coordinates | 34.2848300, -88.6317200 |
| Altitude | 101 |
| Country | United States |
End: County Road 1438 (-88.631724, 34.285019)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 159 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 13m |
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 | $13.18 | $26.36 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $14.82 | $29.64 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $16.10 | $32.19 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $18.84 | $37.69 |
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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