How far is Marks, MS from Auburn, MS?
The driving distance from Marks, MS to Auburn, MS is about 101.3 miles (163.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 43m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 93.7 miles (150.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 27m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 43m.
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.
City in Lafayette County, Mississippi, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Marks and Auburn.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marks and Auburn.
-
1
Start on 1st Street
42 m · 7 sec · 1st Street
-
2
Turn right onto West Main Street
110 m · 18 sec · West Main Street
-
3
Turn right onto Martin Luther King Junior Drive
1740 ft · 35 sec · Martin Luther King Junior Drive
-
4
Turn right
46.4 mi · 1 hr 1 min
-
5
Continue straight
21.2 mi · 24 min
-
6
Continue straight
9 mi · 10 min
-
7
Take the exit slight right toward MS 9: Pontotoc, Sherman
1830 ft · 50 sec
-
8
Keep slight left to continue on MS 9 North: Sherman
72 m · 12 sec
-
9
Turn left
9.8 mi · 12 min
-
10
Take the exit right toward I-22 East, US 78 East: Tupelo
1159 ft · 28 sec
-
11
Merge slight left
12.7 mi · 14 min
-
12
Take the exit slight right toward Auburn Road
1211 ft · 30 sec
-
13
Keep slight left
82 m · 8 sec
-
14
Turn left onto Auburn Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Auburn Road
-
15
Turn right onto County Road 1438
36 m · 5 sec · County Road 1438
-
16
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · County Road 1438
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Marks 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
Turn right
46.4 mi · 01h 01m
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 Marks and Sunny near Auburn.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Marks to Auburn?
The road trip is about 101.3 miles (163.1 km) and usually takes 01h 43m 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?
Oxford is a useful midpoint, sitting about 50.6 miles from Marks and 50.7 miles from Auburn.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 93.7 miles (150.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.6 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 3:02 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.56 one way or $27.11 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Marks and Sunny near Auburn.
Stop Ideas Near Oxford
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 Oxford.
Central Station
Greenwood
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Marks and Auburn. Straight-line distance: 93.73 mi (150.85 km).
#1 Marks
City in Mississippi
| Population | 1,408 |
| Coordinates | 34.2568300, -90.2729800 |
| Altitude | 50 |
| 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: 163 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 15m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $13.56 | $27.11 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $15.25 | $30.49 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $16.56 | $33.12 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $19.39 | $38.77 |
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 03, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.