How far is Saraland, AL from Auburn, AL?

The driving distance from Saraland, AL to Auburn, AL is about 212.9 miles (342.6 km), with a travel time of about 03h 07m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 196.1 miles (315.6 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 15m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
Trip Tools

Reverse, save, or send this route

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
212.88 mi
03h 07m
Flight
196.07 mi
315.55 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

Learn Distance

Choose another destination from Saraland.

Flight Distance

Direct air line
196.07 mi
Kilometers
315.55 km
Flight Time
00h 23m

Driving Distance

Road route
212.88 mi
Kilometers
342.6 km
Drive Time
03h 07m

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 03h 07m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Auburn
Wed, May 13, 12:41 AM CDT
Return by in Saraland
Wed, May 13, 3:49 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Saraland
2026-05-12T21:34
Arrive Auburn
Wed, May 13, 12:41 AM CDT
Route Timing
03h 07m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:08 AM to 11:08 AM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
10:44 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Saraland
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

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.

Mid-route stop
Providence
AL

Town in Marengo County, Alabama, United States

From Saraland
105.6 mi
01h 33m
To Auburn
107.2 mi
01h 33m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
84°F
Tuesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Tue, May 12 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 mph NE
Destination
79°F
Tuesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Tue, May 12 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 10 mph E

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Saraland and Auburn.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Saraland and Auburn.

  1. 1

    Start on Saraland Boulevard South

    4.2 mi · 6 min · Saraland Boulevard South

  2. 2

    Take the ramp right

    916 ft · 22 sec

  3. 3

    Merge slight left

    151.2 mi · 2 hr 43 min

  4. 4

    Take the exit slight right toward I-85 North: Atlanta

    1836 ft · 39 sec

  5. 5

    Merge slight left

    51 mi · 56 min

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right toward US 29: Auburn

    906 ft · 22 sec

  7. 7

    Keep slight left to continue on AL 147 North: Auburn

    67 m · 11 sec

  8. 8

    Turn left onto South College Street

    4.1 mi · 8 min · South College Street

  9. 9

    Turn right

    89 m · 21 sec

  10. 10

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Saraland and Auburn.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Interchange-aware route

The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.

Directions
10 steps
2 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
2 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
4.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Saraland Boulevard South
156 mi · 73%
I-85 North
51.4 mi · 24%
South College Street
4.06 mi · 2%
US 29
0.17 mi
AL 147 North
0.04 mi
Longest Stretch

Saraland Boulevard South

Merge slight left

151 mi · 02h 43m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
03h 07m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
06h 16m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+16.8 mi
196.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Providence
01h 33m from Saraland
Leave By
10:44 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Saraland and Mostly Sunny near Auburn.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Saraland to Auburn?

The road trip is about 212.9 miles (342.6 km) and usually takes 03h 07m 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?

Providence is a useful midpoint, sitting about 105.6 miles from Saraland and 107.2 miles from Auburn.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 196.1 miles (315.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.8 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 10:44 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.44 one way or $56.88 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 66.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Saraland and Mostly Sunny near Auburn.

Stop Ideas Near Providence

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Providence, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Providence.

BUS

Camden, AL

53 mi away
8 Claiborne Street \r\n8 Claiborne Street \r\n
BUS

Selma, AL

79 mi away
434 Broad Street
BUS

Montgomery, AL

82 mi away
950 West South Boulevard
BUS

Thomasville, AL

90 mi away
34390 US Highway 43

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Saraland and Auburn. Straight-line distance: 196.07 mi (315.55 km).

Saraland

#1 Saraland

City in Mobile County, Alabama, United States

Population14,671
Coordinates30.8207400, -88.0705600
Altitude4
CountryUnited States
Auburn

#2 Auburn

The most populous city in Lee County, Alabama.

Population68,343
Coordinates32.6098600, -85.4807800
Altitude215
CountryUnited States
Start: Saraland Boulevard South (-88.070702, 30.820758)
End: (-85.480913, 32.609482)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 343 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)07h 05m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)05h 19m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)04h 15m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 32m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)03h 02m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 39m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
7.51 gal
28.44 L · about $28.44
Round trip
$56.88
15.02 gal · 56.88 L
Estimated CO2
66.7 kg one way
Round trip: 133.5 kg / 294 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $28.44 $56.88
Mid-grade $4.26 $31.99 $63.97
Premium $4.63 $34.73 $69.47
Diesel $5.42 $40.67 $81.33

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 Alabama · May 13, 2026

There is no time difference between Saraland and Auburn. The current time is 21:34:15.

Distance to Other Cities

Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.