How far is Whitesboro, AL from Auburn, AL?
The driving distance from Whitesboro, AL to Auburn, AL is about 142.9 miles (229.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 112.6 miles (181.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 17m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 38m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Whitesboro and Auburn.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Whitesboro and Auburn.
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Start on Whitesboro Road
65 m · 9 sec · Whitesboro Road
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Turn right onto Leeth Gap Road
4.9 mi · 8 min · Leeth Gap Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Duck Springs Road
2540 ft · 54 sec · Duck Springs Road
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Turn left onto Bruton Gap Road
2.2 mi · 5 min · Bruton Gap Road
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Continue on Noccalula Parkway
1749 ft · 35 sec · Noccalula Parkway
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Take the ramp slight right
1141 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
6.7 mi · 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AL 77: Attalla, Rainbow City
1432 ft · 49 sec
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Turn right onto Gilbert Ferry Road Southeast
2742 ft · 1 min · Gilbert Ferry Road Southeast
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Continue on West Grand Avenue
40.9 mi · 1 hr · West Grand Avenue
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Turn right onto Western Bypass
22.7 mi · 26 min · Western Bypass
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Continue on Rockford Highway
1 mi · 1 min · Rockford Highway
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Turn left
1244 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
57.3 mi · 1 hr 8 min
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Turn right onto North College Street
1.2 km · 1 min · North College Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward North College Street
23 m · 1 sec · North College Street
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Exit the roundabout onto North College Street
4 mi · 6 min · North College Street
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Turn left
89 m · 21 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Whitesboro and Auburn.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Rockford Highway
Merge slight left
57.3 mi · 01h 08m
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.
Sunny leaving Whitesboro and Sunny near Auburn.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Whitesboro to Auburn?
The road trip is about 142.9 miles (229.9 km) and usually takes 02h 38m 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?
Mignon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 71.3 miles from Whitesboro and 71.5 miles from Auburn.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 112.6 miles (181.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 30.3 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:12 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.36 one way or $36.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 44.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Whitesboro and Sunny near Auburn.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Whitesboro and Auburn. Straight-line distance: 112.59 mi (181.19 km).
#1 Whitesboro
Whitesboro is a place in Alabama, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 34.1634300, -86.0694200 |
| Altitude | 324 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Auburn
The most populous city in Lee County, Alabama.
| Population | 68,343 |
| Coordinates | 32.6098600, -85.4807800 |
| Altitude | 215 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-85.480913, 32.609482)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 230 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 46m |
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 | $3.64 | $18.36 | $36.72 |
| Mid-grade | $4.13 | $20.80 | $41.59 |
| Premium | $4.53 | $22.84 | $45.67 |
| Diesel | $5.80 | $29.24 | $58.47 |
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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