Trip from Auburn, MS to Corinth, MS

Q: What are the main roads on this route?

The main roads are US 45, I 22, South Tate Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

Q: Is this a good same-day trip?

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Q: Where should I stop halfway?

The midpoint is about 25.7 miles from Auburn, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

Q: How much does gas cost for this trip?

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.78 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Q: What is the best time to leave?

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

Q: What towns show up on signs driving from Auburn, MS to Corinth, MS?

The route from Auburn, MS to Corinth, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

Q: Are there national parks near the route from Auburn, MS to Corinth, MS?

Yes. Nearby national parks include Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail and Tupelo National Battlefield.

Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026

Drive Time

1h 3m

Distance

51.5 mi

83 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$8

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 15 min

4 AM

0h 59m ★

6 AM

1h 4m

8 AM

1h 14m

10 AM

1h 7m

12 PM

1h 6m

3 PM

1h 8m

5 PM

1h 13m

8 PM

1h 1m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

The drive from Auburn, MS to Corinth, MS covers 51.5 miles and takes about 1h 3m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on US 45, I 22, South Tate Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 44.1 miles on US 45. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.78 one way before food or hotel costs.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 3m. Total distance: 51.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a 1h 3m highway drive covering 51.5 miles, with most of the trip on US 45 and I 22. The longest continuous stretch is about 44.1 miles on US 45.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

US 45 is the longest continuous segment at about 44.1 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 45 and I 22. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 4.4 miles in.

Driving Effort 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 51.5 miles you will encounter 10 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 4.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 4.8 miles (US 45): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 49.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 10 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4

4.4 mi into trip | ~6m in

Take the exit toward US 45:north: Corinth

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward US 45:north: Corinth

5

4.8 mi into trip | ~7m in | US 45

Merge onto US 45

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.

5

49.1 mi into trip | ~58m in

Keep slight right at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

5

49.2 mi into trip | ~59m in | South Tate Street

Turn left onto South Tate Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

5

51.3 mi into trip | ~1h 2m in | North Fillmore Street

Turn left onto North Fillmore Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
US 45	44.1 mi	51m
I 22	3.3 mi	3m
South Tate Street	2.1 mi	3m
Auburn Road / County Road 931	0.7 mi	1m
North Fillmore Street	<0.1 mi	<1m
South Harper Road	<0.1 mi	<1m
County Road 1438	<0.1 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: US 45 — 44.1 mi, about 51m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Auburn, MS and Corinth, 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

3.3 mi · 3 min · I 22; US 78

5

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 1 min

Toward US 45:north: Corinth

6

Merge onto US 45

29 mi · 33 min · US 45

Use the straight / right lanes.

7

Continue on US 45

15 mi · 17 min · US 45

Use the straight / right lanes.

8

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 37 sec

9

Keep slight right at fork

171 ft · 5 sec

10

Turn right onto South Harper Road

211 ft · 10 sec · South Harper Road

11

Turn left onto South Tate Street

2.1 mi · 3 min · South Tate Street

Use the left lane.

12

Turn left onto North Fillmore Street

510 ft · 15 sec · North Fillmore Street

Use the left lane.

13

Turn left

446 ft · 32 sec

14

Arrive at destination

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 25.7 mi from Auburn, MS · 31m into the drive

city in Prentiss County, Mississippi, United States of America

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Booneville, MS

26 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

Saltillo, MS

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Booneville, MS

Meal break

The midpoint is around 25.7 miles from Auburn, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Corinth, MS

The final approach into Corinth, MS usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$7.78 one way

$15.56 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 18 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.21	$8.54	$17.08
premium	$4.56	$9.24	$18.49
diesel	$5.61	$11.37	$22.74

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$8

Estimated CO2 emission: 18 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	15.5	$5.41	$2.47
Efficient EV	12.9	$4.51	$2.06
EV Truck/SUV	20.6	$7.21	$3.30

Gas CO2

18 kg

EV CO2

6 kg (67% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Auburn, MS

Evening in Auburn on Thursday

Local time

8:24 PM

CDT

Current temp

78°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Corinth, MS

Evening in Corinth on Thursday

Local time

8:24 PM

CDT

Current temp

77°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

1 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

1h 3m 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 Corinth, MS covers 51.5 miles and takes about 1h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are US 45, I 22, South Tate Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 25.7 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 $7.78 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 51.5 miles you will encounter 10 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 4.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 4.8 miles (US 45): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 49.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

The route from Auburn, MS to Corinth, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

Yes. Nearby national parks include Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail and Tupelo National Battlefield.

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