Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
47m
Distance
27.9 mi
45 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Amory, MS
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Auburn, MS
Dominik Gryzbon
The drive from Amory, MS to Auburn, MS covers 27.9 miles and takes about 47m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on State Highway 371, I 22, State Highway 6 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 19.8 miles on State Highway 371. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.21 one way before food or hotel costs.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 47m. Total distance: 27.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Straightforward navigation.
This is a 47m highway drive covering 27.9 miles, with most of the trip on State Highway 371 and I 22. The longest continuous stretch is about 19.8 miles on State Highway 371.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 371 and I 22. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MS 25 / South Main Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 47m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MS 25 / South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (MS 6 / State Highway 6): Navigation decision point; at 3.2 miles (MS 371 / State Highway 371): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto MS 25 / South Main Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto MS 6 / State Highway 6
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto MS 371 / State Highway 371
Navigation decision point
Take the exit toward Auburn Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 371 | 19.8 mi | 34m |
| I 22 | 3.5 mi | 3m |
| State Highway 6 | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| South Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Auburn Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| County Road 1438 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 2nd Avenue South | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Amory, MS and Auburn, MS.
Start on 2nd Avenue South
Turn right onto MS 25
Turn left onto MS 6
Turn right onto MS 371
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 22; US 78
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto CR 931
Turn right onto County Road 1438
Arrive at destination
Regular Gas
$4.21 one way
$8.43 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $4.63 | $9.25 |
| premium | $4.56 | $5.01 | $10.02 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.16 | $12.32 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.93 | $1.34 |
| Efficient EV | 7 | 0 | $2.44 | $1.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.91 | $1.79 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Amory on Thursday
Local time
5:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Evening in Auburn on Thursday
Local time
5:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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