How far is Sardis, MS from Auburn, MS?

The driving distance from Sardis, MS to Auburn, MS is about 90 miles (144.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 27m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 74 miles (119.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 54m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
90.01 mi
01h 27m
Flight
74 mi
119.09 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
74 mi
Kilometers
119.09 km
Flight Time
00h 08m

Driving Distance

Road route
90.01 mi
Kilometers
144.85 km
Drive Time
01h 27m

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 27m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Auburn
Tue, Jun 2, 12:43 PM CDT
Return by in Sardis
Tue, Jun 2, 2:10 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Sardis
2026-06-02T11:15
Arrive Auburn
Tue, Jun 2, 12:43 PM CDT
Route Timing
01h 27m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:27 AM to 11:27 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:36 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Sardis
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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
Toccopola
MS

Town of the United States

From Sardis
44.9 mi
00h 43m
To Auburn
45 mi
00h 43m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
84°F
Tuesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Tue, Jun 2 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 10 mph NNE
Destination
85°F
Tuesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Tue, Jun 2 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 15 mph NNE

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on East Lee Street

    1.5 km · 2 min · East Lee Street

  2. 2

    Take the ramp right

    926 ft · 23 sec

  3. 3

    Merge slight left

    8.4 mi · 9 min

  4. 4

    Take the exit slight right

    1192 ft · 29 sec

  5. 5

    Keep slight left

    100 m · 10 sec

  6. 6

    Merge left

    25.6 mi · 31 min

  7. 7

    Continue straight

    21.2 mi · 24 min

  8. 8

    Continue straight

    9 mi · 10 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward MS 9: Pontotoc, Sherman

    1830 ft · 50 sec

  10. 10

    Keep slight left to continue on MS 9 North: Sherman

    72 m · 12 sec

  11. 11

    Turn left

    9.8 mi · 12 min

  12. 12

    Take the exit right toward I-22 East, US 78 East: Tupelo

    1159 ft · 28 sec

  13. 13

    Merge slight left

    12.7 mi · 14 min

  14. 14

    Take the exit slight right toward Auburn Road

    1211 ft · 30 sec

  15. 15

    Keep slight left

    82 m · 8 sec

  16. 16

    Turn left onto Auburn Road

    1.5 km · 2 min · Auburn Road

  17. 17

    Turn right onto County Road 1438

    36 m · 5 sec · County Road 1438

  18. 18

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · County Road 1438

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Sardis 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
18 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
8
3 merges, 5 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
20 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
East Lee Street
65.6 mi · 73%
I-22 East
12.9 mi · 14%
Auburn Road
1.2 mi · 1%
MS 9
0.35 mi
MS 9 North
0.04 mi
County Road 1438
0.02 mi
Longest Stretch

East Lee Street

Merge left

25.6 mi · 00h 31m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 27m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 54m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+16 mi
74 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Toccopola
00h 43m from Sardis
Leave By
3:36 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Sardis 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 Sardis to Auburn?

The road trip is about 90 miles (144.8 km) and usually takes 01h 27m 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?

Toccopola is a useful midpoint, sitting about 44.9 miles from Sardis and 45 miles from Auburn.

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

The direct path is about 74 miles (119.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 16 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 3:36 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.04 one way or $24.09 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

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

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Sardis and Auburn. Straight-line distance: 74 mi (119.09 km).

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#1 Sardis

Town in Panola County, Mississippi, United States

Population1,661
Coordinates34.4370500, -89.9159200
Altitude113
CountryUnited States
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#2 Auburn

The most populous city in Lee County, Mississippi.

Population60,258
Coordinates34.2848300, -88.6317200
Altitude101
CountryUnited States
Start: East Lee Street (-89.915919, 34.437001)
End: County Road 1438 (-88.631724, 34.285019)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 145 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 59m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 15m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 48m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 30m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 17m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 07m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.18 gal
12.02 L · about $12.04
Round trip
$24.09
6.36 gal · 24.04 L
Estimated CO2
28.3 kg one way
Round trip: 56.5 kg / 125 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $12.04 $24.09
Mid-grade $4.26 $13.54 $27.09
Premium $4.63 $14.71 $29.42
Diesel $5.42 $17.22 $34.44

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 · Jun 02, 2026

There is no time difference between Sardis and Auburn. The current time is 11:15:59.

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