How far is Hokes Bluff, AL from Auburn, AL?
The driving distance from Hokes Bluff, AL to Auburn, AL is about 127.4 miles (205 km), with a travel time of about 02h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 98.5 miles (158.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 56m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 28m.
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hokes Bluff and Auburn.
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Start on Main Street
3 m · 3 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto Alford Bend Road
1.4 km · 2 min · Alford Bend Road
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Turn right onto Herman Nelson Highway
3.9 mi · 5 min · Herman Nelson Highway
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Turn left onto Lonesome Bend Road
2.6 mi · 6 min · Lonesome Bend Road
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Turn left onto Chastain Boulevard East
18 mi · 21 min · Chastain Boulevard East
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Continue straight
2131 ft · 33 sec
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Continue straight
2085 ft · 35 sec
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Continue straight
7.2 mi · 9 min
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Continue on Golden Springs Road
1.5 mi · 2 min · Golden Springs Road
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Continue on Leon Smith Parkway
1.3 km · 2 min · Leon Smith Parkway
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Take the exit left toward I 20 East, US 431 South: Atlanta
3.5 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 431 South
1004 ft · 21 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 431 South
26.5 mi · 36 min
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Continue straight
44.9 mi · 1 hr 3 min
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Turn sharp right
7.9 mi · 11 min
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At the end of the road, turn left
2240 ft · 36 sec
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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 Hokes Bluff 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.
US 431 South
Continue straight
44.9 mi · 01h 03m
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 Hokes Bluff and Mostly Sunny near Auburn.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hokes Bluff to Auburn?
The road trip is about 127.4 miles (205 km) and usually takes 02h 28m 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?
Wedowee is a useful midpoint, sitting about 62 miles from Hokes Bluff and 65.3 miles from Auburn.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 98.5 miles (158.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 28.9 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 1:34 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.00 one way or $34.01 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 39.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Hokes Bluff and Mostly Sunny near Auburn.
Stop Ideas Near Wedowee
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 Wedowee.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hokes Bluff and Auburn. Straight-line distance: 98.47 mi (158.47 km).
#1 Hokes Bluff
City in Etowah County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 4,240 |
| Coordinates | 33.9981500, -85.8663600 |
| Altitude | 180 |
| 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: 205 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 35m |
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 | $17.00 | $34.01 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $19.12 | $38.25 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $20.77 | $41.53 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $24.31 | $48.63 |
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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