Origin
Arnold Line, MS
Evening in Arnold Line on Wednesday
Local time
5:31 PM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Arnold Line, MS to Auburn, MS
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
4h 37m
Distance
236.6 mi
381 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$36
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 24m
★
6 AM
4h 37m
8 AM
5h 4m
10 AM
4h 47m
12 PM
4h 44m
3 PM
4h 48m
5 PM
5h 3m
8 PM
4h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Auburn, MS
Dominik Gryzbon
Trip Overview
The drive from Arnold Line, MS to Auburn, MS covers 236.6 miles and takes about 4h 37m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 59, US 45, US Highway 45 Alternate for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 91 miles on I 59. At current regular gas prices, budget about $35.73 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
118.3 miles from Arnold Line, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 14m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 4h 37m highway drive covering 236.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 59 and US 45. The longest continuous stretch is about 91 miles on I 59.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 59 is the longest continuous segment at about 91 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
433 ft
204 ft
Total Climb
497 ft
Total Descent
383 ft
Highest Point
433 ft
~101.4 mi in
Elevation Range
229 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 59 and US 45. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.3 miles in.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 236.6 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.8 miles (I 59): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 84.8 miles (I 59): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
2.3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the ramp toward I 59 North: Laurel
Navigation decision point
Toward I 59 North: Laurel
5
2.8 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
I 59
Merge onto I 59
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
84.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 35m in
|
I 59
Keep slight right at fork onto I 59 toward I 59 North, I 20 East: Meridian, Tuscaloosa
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 59 North, I 20 East: Meridian, Tuscalo...
6
93.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 45m in
Take the exit toward US 45 North: Macon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 45 North: Macon
8
159.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 1m in
|
US 45 ALT / US Highway 45 Alternate
Keep slight left at fork onto US 45 ALT / US Highway 45 Alternate toward US 45 Alternate North: West Point, Tupelo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward US 45 Alternate North: West Point, Tupel...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Arnold Line, MS and Auburn, MS, road signs point toward Tuscaloosa and Tupelo.
Tuscaloosa
84.8 mi in
|
~1h 35m
|
via I 59
Tupelo
159.2 mi in
|
~3h 1m
|
via US 45 ALT
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 59 | 91 mi | 1h 39m |
| US 45 | 65.1 mi | 1h 14m |
| US Highway 45 Alternate | 53 mi | 1h 3m |
| Martin Luther King Drive | 18.1 mi | 20m |
| South Eason Boulevard | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| Auburn Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| West 4th Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Westover Drive | 0.9 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 59
— 91 mi, about 1h 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Arnold Line, MS and Auburn, MS.
1
Start on Brand Lane
113 ft
·
11 sec
·
Brand Lane
2
Turn left onto West 4th Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West 4th Street
3
Turn right onto Westover Drive
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Westover Drive
4
Turn left onto US 98
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Hardy Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 59 North: Laurel
6
Merge onto I 59
82 mi
·
1 hr 28 min
·
I 59
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 59
9.0 mi
·
10 min
·
I 59
Toward I 59 North, I 20 East: Meridian, Tuscaloosa
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Toward US 45 North: Macon
Use the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto US 45
65 mi
·
1 hr 14 min
·
US 45
Use the straight lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto US 45 ALT
53 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
·
US Highway 45 Alternate
Toward US 45 Alternate North: West Point, Tupelo
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
11
Continue on US 45 ALT
18 mi
·
20 min
·
Martin Luther King Drive
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward Eason Boulevard
13
Turn straight onto South Eason Boulevard
4.9 mi
·
7 min
·
South Eason Boulevard
14
Continue on CR 931
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Auburn Road
15
Turn right onto County Road 1438
119 ft
·
5 sec
·
County Road 1438
16
Arrive at destination
County Road 1438
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 118.3 miles from Arnold Line, MS, or about 2h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 91 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 52 miles or 59m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 118.3 miles or 2h 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Auburn, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Arnold Line, MS so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Arnold Line, MS
This is one driving day of about 236.6 miles and 4h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 52 miles from Arnold Line, MS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 59 for about 91 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 118.3 mi from Arnold Line, MS · 2h 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
118 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 52 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 118.3 miles from Arnold Line, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 59 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 91 miles.
Arriving in Auburn, MS
The final approach into Auburn, MS usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Auburn, MS.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$35.73 one way
$71.46 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
83 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $39.23 | $78.45 |
| premium | $4.56 | $42.47 | $84.93 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $52.24 | $104.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 82.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 71 | 0 | $24.84 | $11.36 |
| Efficient EV | 59.2 | 0 | $20.70 | $9.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 94.6 | 1 | $33.12 | $15.14 |
Gas CO2
83 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Auburn, MS
Evening in Auburn on Wednesday
Local time
5:31 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
79°F
Meridian, MS
118 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
27 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 37m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Arnold Line, MS to Auburn, MS covers 236.6 miles and takes about 4h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 59, US 45, US Highway 45 Alternate. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 118.3 miles from Arnold Line, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $35.73 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 236.6 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.8 miles (I 59): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 84.8 miles (I 59): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Arnold Line, MS and Auburn, MS, road signs point toward Tuscaloosa and Tupelo.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 204 ft to 433 ft elevation with about 497 ft of total climbing.
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