Origin
Auburn, AL
Late night in Auburn on Monday
Local time
4:25 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Auburn, AL to Point Clear, AL
Drive Time
4h 31m
Distance
231.2 mi
372 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$35
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 18m
★
6 AM
4h 32m
8 AM
4h 58m
10 AM
4h 41m
12 PM
4h 38m
3 PM
4h 42m
5 PM
4h 57m
8 PM
4h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Auburn, AL
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Point Clear, AL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Auburn, AL to Point Clear, AL covers 231.2 miles and takes about 4h 31m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 65, I 85, AL 225 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 138.7 miles on I 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $35.34 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
115.6 miles from Auburn, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 9m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 4h 31m highway drive covering 231.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 65 and I 85. The longest continuous stretch is about 138.7 miles on I 65.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 65 is the longest continuous segment at about 138.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and I 85. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near North College Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 231.2 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (North College Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 55.2 miles (I 85): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North College Street
At end of road, turn left onto North College Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
3.9 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Take the ramp toward I-85 South: Montgomery
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I-85 South: Montgomery
6
55.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
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I 85
Keep slight left at fork onto I 85 toward I 65 South: Mobile, Day Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 65 South: Mobile, Day Street
6
55.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I-65 South: Mobile
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I-65 South: Mobile
6
194.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 34m in
Take the exit toward AL 225: Stockton, Spanish Fort
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 31
Toward AL 225: Stockton, Spanish Fort
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Auburn, AL to Point Clear, AL, road signs begin pointing toward Spanish Fort along the way.
Spanish Fort
194.4 mi in
|
~3h 34m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 138.7 mi | 2h 29m |
| I 85 | 51.2 mi | 56m |
| AL 225 | 20.5 mi | 28m |
| US Highway 98 | 7.6 mi | 12m |
| Greeno Road | 4.9 mi | 8m |
| North College Street | 3.8 mi | 7m |
| County Road 32 | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| Old Spanish Trail | 1.3 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 138.7 mi, about 2h 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Auburn, AL and Point Clear, AL.
1
Start on the route
292 ft
·
26 sec
·
the route
2
At the end of the road, turn left onto North College Street
3.8 mi
·
7 min
·
North College Street
3
Take the ramp slight right toward I-85 South: Montgomery
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
I-85 South: Montgomery
4
Merge slight left
51 mi
·
55 min
5
Keep slight left to continue on I 65 South: Mobile, Day Street
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
I 65 South: Mobile, Day Street
6
Keep slight left to continue on I-65 South: Mobile
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
I-65 South: Mobile
7
Continue on I 65 South: Mobile
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
I 65 South: Mobile
8
Merge slight left
139 mi
·
2 hr 29 min
9
Take the exit slight right toward AL 225: Stockton, Spanish Fort
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
AL 225: Stockton, Spanish Fort
10
Turn left
20 mi
·
28 min
11
Turn right onto Spanish Fort Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Spanish Fort Boulevard
12
Turn left onto Old Spanish Trail
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Old Spanish Trail
13
Continue on US Highway 98
7.6 mi
·
12 min
·
US Highway 98
14
Continue on Old Spanish Trail
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
Old Spanish Trail
15
Continue on Greeno Road
4.9 mi
·
8 min
·
Greeno Road
16
Turn right onto County Road 32
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
County Road 32
17
At the end of the road, turn right onto Scenic Highway 98
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Scenic Highway 98
18
Arrive at your destination
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 115.6 miles from Auburn, AL, or about 2h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 138.7 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 80 miles or 1h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 115.6 miles or 2h 9m 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 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Point Clear, AL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Auburn, AL so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Auburn, AL
This is one driving day of about 231.2 miles and 4h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Auburn, AL.
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 65 for about 138.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 115.6 mi from Auburn, AL · 2h 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
116 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 115.6 miles from Auburn, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 65 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 138.7 miles.
Arriving in Point Clear, AL
The final approach into Point Clear, AL 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 Point Clear, AL.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$35.34 one way
$70.69 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
81 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $38.77 | $77.53 |
| premium | $4.61 | $41.96 | $83.92 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $51.36 | $102.73 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 80.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 69.4 | 0 | $24.28 | $11.10 |
| Efficient EV | 57.8 | 0 | $20.23 | $9.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 92.5 | 1 | $32.37 | $14.80 |
Gas CO2
81 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (67% 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
Point Clear, AL
Late night in Point Clear on Monday
Local time
4:25 AM
CDT
Current temp
89°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
28 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 31m 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 Auburn, AL to Point Clear, AL covers 231.2 miles and takes about 4h 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 65, I 85, AL 225. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 115.6 miles from Auburn, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $35.34 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 231.2 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (North College Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 55.2 miles (I 85): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Auburn, AL to Point Clear, AL, road signs begin pointing toward Spanish Fort along the way.
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