Origin
Auburn, MS
Evening in Auburn on Wednesday
Local time
5:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Auburn, MS to Ackerman, MS
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
2h 4m
Distance
82.9 mi
133 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 56m
★
6 AM
2h 5m
8 AM
2h 23m
10 AM
2h 11m
12 PM
2h 9m
3 PM
2h 12m
5 PM
2h 22m
8 PM
2h 0m
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 Auburn, MS to Ackerman, MS covers 82.9 miles and takes about 2h 4m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Natchez Trace Parkway, Horton Street, MS 15 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 49.5 miles on Natchez Trace Parkway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.52 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
41.5 miles from Auburn, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 1m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 2h 4m highway drive covering 82.9 miles, with most of the trip on Natchez Trace Parkway and Horton Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 49.5 miles on Natchez Trace Parkway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Natchez Trace Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 49.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Natchez Trace Parkway and Horton Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 5.6 miles in.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 4m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 6 miles (Natchez Trace Parkway): Navigation decision point; at 55.6 miles (County Road 285): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
5.6 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the exit toward Natchez Trace Parkway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward Natchez Trace Parkway
4
6 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
Natchez Trace Parkway
Turn left onto Natchez Trace Parkway
Navigation decision point
4
55.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
|
County Road 285
Turn right onto County Road 285
Navigation decision point
5
55.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
|
MS 15
At end of road, turn left onto MS 15
Navigation decision point
5
82.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 4m in
|
South Louisville Street
Turn right onto South Louisville Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Natchez Trace Parkway | 49.5 mi | 1h 14m |
| Horton Street | 16.4 mi | 24m |
| MS 15 | 10.6 mi | 16m |
| I 22 | 4.6 mi | 4m |
| Auburn Road / County Road 931 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West Main Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| County Road 285 | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| County Road 1438 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Natchez Trace Parkway
— 49.5 mi, about 1h 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Auburn, MS and Ackerman, MS.
1
Start on County Road 1438
119 ft
·
10 sec
·
County Road 1438
2
Turn left onto CR 931
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Auburn Road / County Road 931
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
4
Merge onto I 22; US 78
4.6 mi
·
4 min
·
I 22; US 78
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward Natchez Trace Parkway
6
Turn left onto Natchez Trace Parkway
50 mi
·
1 hr 14 min
·
Natchez Trace Parkway
7
Turn right onto County Road 285
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
County Road 285
8
At end of road, turn left onto MS 15
9.5 mi
·
14 min
·
MS 15
9
Take the ramp onto MS 15
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
MS 15
10
Turn left onto MS 15
16 mi
·
24 min
·
Horton Street
11
Turn left onto West Main Avenue
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
West Main Avenue
12
Turn right onto South Louisville Street
115 ft
·
5 sec
·
South Louisville Street
13
Arrive at destination
South Louisville Street
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 41.5 miles from Auburn, MS, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 49.5 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 18 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.5 miles or 1h 1m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ackerman, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Auburn, MS 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, MS
This is one driving day of about 82.9 miles and 2h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Auburn, MS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Natchez Trace Parkway for about 49.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 41.5 mi from Auburn, MS · 1h 1m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
41 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 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 41.5 miles from Auburn, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Ackerman, MS
The final approach into Ackerman, 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 Ackerman, 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
$12.52 one way
$25.04 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $13.74 | $27.49 |
| premium | $4.56 | $14.88 | $29.76 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.30 | $36.61 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.9 | 0 | $8.70 | $3.98 |
| Efficient EV | 20.7 | 0 | $7.25 | $3.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33.2 | 0 | $11.61 | $5.31 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Ackerman, MS
Evening in Ackerman on Wednesday
Local time
5:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Houston, MS
41 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
8 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
2h 4m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Auburn, MS to Ackerman, MS covers 82.9 miles and takes about 2h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Natchez Trace Parkway, Horton Street, MS 15. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 41.5 miles from Auburn, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.52 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 2h 4m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 6 miles (Natchez Trace Parkway): Navigation decision point; at 55.6 miles (County Road 285): Navigation decision point.
The route from Auburn, MS to Ackerman, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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