How far is Oak Grove, KY from Auburn, KY?
The driving distance from Oak Grove, KY to Auburn, KY is about 47.1 miles (75.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 33.2 miles (53.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 53m 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 00h 56m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Oak Grove and Auburn.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oak Grove and Auburn.
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Start on State Highway 505
1.3 mi · 3 min · State Highway 505
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At the end of the road, turn left onto US Highway 231
1.8 mi · 3 min · US Highway 231
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Continue on Beaver Dam Road
1.4 km · 1 min · Beaver Dam Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 165 South: Bowling Green
2828 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
28.1 mi · 30 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 68, KY 80: Russellville, Bowling Green
2107 ft · 54 sec
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Turn right onto Russellville Road
8.1 mi · 9 min · Russellville Road
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Continue on Bowling Green Road
4.6 mi · 5 min · Bowling Green Road
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Turn left onto Bowling Green Road
1.1 km · 1 min · Bowling Green Road
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Continue on East Main Street
1 km · 1 min · East Main Street
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Turn right onto Pearl Street
106 m · 15 sec · Pearl Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Pearl Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Oak Grove 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 165 South
Merge slight left
28.1 mi · 00h 30m
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 Oak Grove and Partly Sunny near Auburn.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Oak Grove to Auburn?
The road trip is about 47.1 miles (75.8 km) and usually takes 00h 56m 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?
Woodbury is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.5 miles from Oak Grove and 23.5 miles from Auburn.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 33.2 miles (53.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.9 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 4:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.26 one way or $12.52 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Oak Grove and Partly Sunny near Auburn.
Stop Ideas Near Woodbury
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 Woodbury.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Oak Grove and Auburn. Straight-line distance: 33.26 mi (53.52 km).
#1 Oak Grove
Oak Grove is a place in Kentucky, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 37.3442100, -86.7547100 |
| Altitude | 162 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Auburn
City in Kentucky
| Population | 1,404 |
| Coordinates | 36.8642100, -86.7102700 |
| Altitude | 195 |
| Country | United States |
End: Auburn (-86.71027, 36.86421)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 76 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 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 | $3.77 | $6.26 | $12.52 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $7.06 | $14.12 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $7.73 | $15.45 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $8.80 | $17.61 |
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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