How far is Vardaman, MS from Auburn, MS?
The driving distance from Vardaman, MS to Auburn, MS is about 50.5 miles (81.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 42.1 miles (67.8 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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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Chickasaw County, Mississippi, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Vardaman and Auburn.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Vardaman and Auburn.
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Start on East Sweet Potato Avenue
8.4 mi · 12 min · East Sweet Potato Avenue
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Turn slight left
1567 ft · 57 sec
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Turn straight onto Houston Bypass
6.4 mi · 10 min · Houston Bypass
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Turn right
4.7 mi · 8 min
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Turn slight right onto NTP
647 ft · 29 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Natchez Trace Parkway
24.4 mi · 37 min · Natchez Trace Parkway
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Take the ramp slight right toward Birmingham
2657 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
4.5 mi · 5 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 Vardaman 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.
Natchez Trace Parkway
At the end of the road, turn left onto Natchez Trace Parkway
24.4 mi · 00h 37m
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 Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Vardaman and 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 Vardaman to Auburn?
The road trip is about 50.5 miles (81.3 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?
Okolona is a useful midpoint, sitting about 25.2 miles from Vardaman and 25.3 miles from Auburn.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 42.1 miles (67.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.4 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 $6.74 one way or $13.48 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Vardaman and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Auburn.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Vardaman and Auburn. Straight-line distance: 42.12 mi (67.78 km).
#1 Vardaman
City in Calhoun County, Mississippi, United States of America
| Population | 1,259 |
| Coordinates | 33.8756700, -89.1772900 |
| Altitude | 86 |
| 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: 81 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 37m |
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 | $6.74 | $13.48 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $7.58 | $15.16 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $8.23 | $16.47 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $9.64 | $19.28 |
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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