How far is Ripley, MS from Auburn, MS?
The driving distance from Ripley, MS to Auburn, MS is about 47.8 miles (77 km), with a travel time of about 00h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 35.7 miles (57.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 41m 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 00h 50m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Union County, Mississippi, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ripley and Auburn.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ripley and Auburn.
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Start on West Walnut Street
139 m · 22 sec · West Walnut Street
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Turn right onto South Main Street
2322 ft · 1 min · South Main Street
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Turn right onto City Avenue South
20.2 mi · 30 min · City Avenue South
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Take the ramp left toward I-22 East, US 78 East: Tupelo
1144 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
25.6 mi · 27 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 Ripley 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.
I-22 East
Merge slight left
25.6 mi · 00h 27m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Ripley 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 Ripley to Auburn?
The road trip is about 47.8 miles (77 km) and usually takes 00h 50m 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?
New Albany is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.9 miles from Ripley and 23.9 miles from Auburn.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 35.7 miles (57.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.1 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 4:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.40 one way or $12.80 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Ripley and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Auburn.
Stop Ideas Near New Albany
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 New Albany.
Central Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ripley and Auburn. Straight-line distance: 35.7 mi (57.46 km).
#1 Ripley
City in Mississippi, United States
| Population | 5,189 |
| Coordinates | 34.7298200, -88.9506200 |
| Altitude | 152 |
| 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: 77 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 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 | $3.79 | $6.40 | $12.80 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $7.20 | $14.40 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $7.82 | $15.63 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $9.15 | $18.30 |
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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