How far is Richland, MS from Auburn, MS?
The driving distance from Richland, MS to Auburn, MS is about 172.2 miles (277.2 km), with a travel time of about 03h 06m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 136.1 miles (219 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 12m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 03h 06m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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 Mississippi
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Richland and Auburn.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Richland and Auburn.
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Start on Front Road
1124 ft · 55 sec · Front Road
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Turn left onto Logger Lake Road
1.4 mi · 5 min · Logger Lake Road
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Turn left
25.1 mi · 30 min
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Turn right
8.2 mi · 14 min
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Take the ramp slight right
108 m · 11 sec
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Merge slight left
23.2 mi · 31 min
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Turn left
29.5 mi · 50 min
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Take the ramp left
5.1 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MS 7 North: Coffeeville
36.4 mi · 42 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward MS 7 North: Oxford
52 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout onto MS 7 North: Oxford
6.2 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right
1737 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left
1.6 km · 1 min
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Continue straight
21.2 mi · 24 min
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Continue straight
9 mi · 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MS 9: Pontotoc, Sherman
1830 ft · 50 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on MS 9 North: Sherman
72 m · 12 sec
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Turn left
9.8 mi · 12 min
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Take the exit right toward I-22 East, US 78 East: Tupelo
1159 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
12.7 mi · 14 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 Richland and Auburn.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
MS 7 North
Take the exit slight right toward MS 7 North: Coffeeville
36.4 mi · 00h 42m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny leaving Richland and Rain Showers Likely near Auburn.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Richland to Auburn?
The road trip is about 172.2 miles (277.2 km) and usually takes 03h 06m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Grenada is a useful midpoint, sitting about 95.7 miles from Richland and 76.6 miles from Auburn.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 136.1 miles (219 km), while the road route adds roughly 36.1 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:48 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.02 one way or $46.05 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 54 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny around Richland and Rain Showers Likely near Auburn.
Stop Ideas Near Grenada
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 Grenada.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Richland and Auburn. Straight-line distance: 136.06 mi (218.96 km).
#1 Richland
City in Rankin County, Mississippi
| Population | 7,270 |
| Coordinates | 33.0642900, -90.4887000 |
| Altitude | 33 |
| 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: 277 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 08m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $23.02 | $46.05 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $25.89 | $51.79 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $28.12 | $56.24 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $32.92 | $65.85 |
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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