How far is Kosciusko, MS from Auburn, MS?
The driving distance from Kosciusko, MS to Auburn, MS is about 110.2 miles (177.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 101.1 miles (162.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 08m 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 02h 04m.
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 Kosciusko and Auburn.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kosciusko and Auburn.
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Start on East Jefferson Street
1.9 mi · 3 min · East Jefferson Street
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Turn straight
3.8 mi · 6 min
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Turn left
643 ft · 27 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Natchez Trace Parkway
38.5 mi · 58 min · Natchez Trace Parkway
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Turn right
1571 ft · 28 sec
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Turn right
1.5 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right
10.1 mi · 15 min
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Turn slight right onto County Road 285
839 ft · 36 sec · County Road 285
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Natchez Trace Parkway
49.1 mi · 1 hr 14 min · Natchez Trace Parkway
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Take the ramp slight right toward Birmingham
2657 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
4.5 mi · 5 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 Kosciusko 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.
Natchez Trace Parkway
At the end of the road, turn left onto Natchez Trace Parkway
49.1 mi · 01h 14m
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 Kosciusko and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Auburn.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kosciusko to Auburn?
The road trip is about 110.2 miles (177.3 km) and usually takes 02h 04m 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?
Mantee is a useful midpoint, sitting about 55.9 miles from Kosciusko and 54.3 miles from Auburn.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 101.1 miles (162.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.1 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 2:22 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.73 one way or $29.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Kosciusko and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Auburn.
Stop Ideas Near Mantee
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 Mantee.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kosciusko and Auburn. Straight-line distance: 101.08 mi (162.68 km).
#1 Kosciusko
City in Mississippi, United States
| Population | 6,615 |
| Coordinates | 33.0580000, -89.5895600 |
| Altitude | 147 |
| 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: 177 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 40m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 22m |
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 | $14.73 | $29.46 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $16.57 | $33.14 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $17.99 | $35.98 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $21.06 | $42.13 |
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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