Trip from Auburn, MS to Union, MS

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

3h 13m

Distance

148.2 mi

238 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$22

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

5 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min

4 AM

3h 2m ★

6 AM

3h 14m

8 AM

3h 37m

10 AM

3h 22m

12 PM

3h 20m

3 PM

3h 23m

5 PM

3h 36m

8 PM

3h 7m

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

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Auburn, MS

Dominik Gryzbon

Union, MS

Renan Braz

Trip Overview

The drive from Auburn, MS to Union, MS covers 148.2 miles and takes about 3h 13m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on MS 25, MS 15, US Highway 45 Alternate for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 47 miles on MS 25. At current regular gas prices, budget about $22.38 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

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

74.1 miles from Auburn, MS

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 32m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 13m. Total distance: 148.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a 3h 13m highway drive covering 148.2 miles, with most of the trip on MS 25 and MS 15. The longest continuous stretch is about 47 miles on MS 25.

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

There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

MS 25 is the longest continuous segment at about 47 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MS 25 and MS 15. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 6.2 miles in.

Driving Effort 5/10

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 148.2 miles you will encounter 9 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 6.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 58.9 miles (MS 25): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 70.6 miles (MS 25): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 9 key points

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

6.2 mi into trip | ~11m in

Turn left toward US 45 South, MS 6 West: Columbus, Pontotoc

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the left lane. Toward US 45 South, MS 6 West: Columbus, Pontot...

58.9 mi into trip | ~1h 15m in | MS 25

Take the exit onto MS 25 toward US 82 West, MS 12 West, MS 25 South: Starkville

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 82 West, MS 12 West, MS 25 South: Sta...

70.6 mi into trip | ~1h 28m in | MS 25

Take the exit onto MS 25 toward MS 25 South: Louisville

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward MS 25 South: Louisville

77.5 mi into trip | ~1h 37m in | MS 25

Keep slight right at fork onto MS 25

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

147.1 mi into trip | ~3h 11m in | MS 492 / East Jackson Road

Turn right onto MS 492 / East Jackson Road

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
MS 25	47 mi	54m
MS 15	41.3 mi	1h 2m
US Highway 45 Alternate	35.7 mi	43m
Martin Luther King Drive	7.7 mi	8m
US 45 ALT	7.2 mi	8m
North Eason Boulevard	5.1 mi	8m
Martin Luther King, Junior Drive	1.9 mi	2m
Auburn Road / County Road 931	1.1 mi	2m

Longest stretch: MS 25 — 47 mi, about 54m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Auburn, MS and Union, MS.

Start on County Road 1438

119 ft · 10 sec · County Road 1438

Turn left onto CR 931

1.1 mi · 2 min · Auburn Road / County Road 931

Continue on North Eason Boulevard

5.1 mi · 8 min · North Eason Boulevard

Use the straight lane.

Turn left

0.3 mi · 33 sec

Toward US 45 South, MS 6 West: Columbus, Pontotoc Use the left lane.

Merge onto US 45; MS 6

1.9 mi · 2 min · Martin Luther King, Junior Drive

Continue on US 45; US 278

7.7 mi · 8 min · Martin Luther King Drive

Continue on US 45 ALT

1.4 mi · 1 min · US 45 ALT

Continue on US 45 ALT

2.2 mi · 2 min · US 45 ALT

Continue on US 45 ALT

1.5 mi · 1 min · US 45 ALT

Continue on US 45 ALT

0.7 mi · 49 sec · US 45 ALT

Continue on US 45 ALT

1.4 mi · 1 min · US 45 ALT

Continue on US 45 ALT

36 mi · 43 min · US Highway 45 Alternate

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit onto MS 25

12 mi · 13 min · MS 25

Toward US 82 West, MS 12 West, MS 25 South: Starkville

Take the exit onto MS 25

5.0 mi · 6 min · MS 25

Toward MS 25 South: Louisville

Continue on MS 25

1.9 mi · 2 min · MS 25

Use the left lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto MS 25

25 mi · 28 min · MS 25

Take the exit onto MS 25

3.4 mi · 4 min · MS 25

Take the exit onto MS 15

41 mi · 1 hr 2 min · MS 15

Turn right onto MS 492

0.9 mi · 1 min · East Jackson Road

Turn straight onto MS 489

0.2 mi · 19 sec · Main Street

Arrive at destination

MS 489

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 74.1 miles from Auburn, MS, or about 1h 32m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 47 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 33 miles or 43m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 74.1 miles or 1h 32m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 33m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Union, MS than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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.

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 148.2 miles and 3h 13m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Auburn, 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 MS 25 for about 47 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 74.1 mi from Auburn, MS · 1h 32m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Starkville, MS

74 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

Aberdeen, MS

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Starkville, MS

Meal break

The midpoint is around 74.1 miles from Auburn, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Union, MS

The final approach into Union, 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 Union, MS.

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

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Lake Tiak-O'Khata

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Louisville, Mississippi

Later in the drive, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 105.8

+16627737853

Visit website

The Little Dooey of Starkville

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Starkville, Mississippi

2.7 mi

Strange Brew Coffeehouse

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Starkville, Mississippi

2.8 mi

Top Coffee Stop

The Local Sip

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Union, Mississippi

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 148.2

Hours: 6:30 am–4 pm

+17692221148

Visit website

Starbucks Coffee Company

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Starkville, Mississippi

1.1 mi

Umble Coffee Co - HQ.

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Starkville, Mississippi

1.2 mi

Lake Tiak-O'Khata

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 105.8

Louisville, Mississippi

+16627737853

Visit website

Taco Bell / KFC

3.4 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 105.8

Louisville, Mississippi

Hours: 10 am–11 pm

+16627735288

Visit website

Jack's Family Restaurant

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 74.1

Starkville, Mississippi

Hours: 5 am–10 pm

+16627361433

Visit website

The Little Dooey of Starkville

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 74.1

Starkville, Mississippi

Hours: 10:30 am–9 pm

+16623236094

Visit website

Strange Brew Coffeehouse

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 74.1

Starkville, Mississippi

Hours: 5:30 am–11 pm

+16627653844

Visit website

Shipley Do-Nuts

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 74.1

Starkville, Mississippi

Hours: 5:30 am–6 pm

+16623246003

Visit website

Arepas Coffee & Bar

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour Inexpensiv mile 74.1

Starkville, Mississippi

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+16626178058

Visit website

Old Mexico Mexican Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 127

Philadelphia, Mississippi

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+16016566686

The Local Sip

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 148.2

Union, Mississippi

Hours: 6:30 am–4 pm

+17692221148

Visit website

Starbucks Coffee Company

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 74.1

Starkville, Mississippi

Hours: 5 am–8 pm

+16625469555

Umble Coffee Co - HQ.

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 74.1

Starkville, Mississippi

Hours: 6 am–5 pm

+16622688075

Visit website

Ming Muggin' Coffee Co.

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 105.8

Louisville, Mississippi

Hours: 6:30 am–1 pm

Louisville Donuts & Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 105.8

Louisville, Mississippi

Hours: 5 am–1 pm

+16627362807

The Coffee Depot

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 74.1

Starkville, Mississippi

Hours: 6:30 am–5 pm

+16622683139

High Ground Coffee

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 74.1

Starkville, Mississippi

Hours: 6 am–5 pm

+16622688413

Whole Bean Coffee Co

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 74.1

Starkville, Mississippi

Hours: 6 am–4 pm

+16017453504

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 74.1

Starkville, Mississippi

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 10.6

Tupelo, Mississippi

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour

Tupelo, Mississippi

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 52.9

West Point, Mississippi

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour

Tupelo, Mississippi

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

McKee Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 74.1

Starkville, Mississippi

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+16623232294

Visit website

Burnside State Park

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 127

Philadelphia, Mississippi

Hours: Open 24 hours

Northside Park

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 127

Philadelphia, Mississippi

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+16016564101

West Memorial Funeral Home

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 74.1

Starkville, Mississippi

Hours: Open 24 hours

+16623236674

Visit website

True REST Float Spa

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 74.1

Starkville, Mississippi

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+16622687601

Visit website

Starkville-Oktibbeha County Public Library System

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 74.1

Starkville, Mississippi

Hours: 9 am–6 pm

+16623232766

Visit website

Sanderson Center

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 74.1

Mississippi State, Mississippi

Hours: 5:30 am–11 pm

+16623257529

Visit website

Legion State Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 105.8

Louisville, Mississippi

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+16627738323

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Tupelo National Battlefield

National Battlefield

In July, 1864, federal forces, including men from the United States Colored Troops, marched into Tupelo, Mississippi. Disorganized Confederate soldiers fought fiercely but could not overpower the fede...

3 mi from route ~8 min detour Free near mile 5.1

View on nps.gov

Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail

National Scenic Trail

The Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail is five sections of hiking trail running roughly parallel to the 444-mile long Natchez Trace Parkway scenic motor road. The foot trails total more than 60 miles...

5 mi from route ~14 min detour Free

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$22.38 one way

$44.76 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 52 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.21	$24.57	$49.14
premium	$4.56	$26.60	$53.20
diesel	$5.61	$32.72	$65.44

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$22

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$47–$72

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 51.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

5 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

ChargePoint Charging Station

Starkville, Mississippi

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

EV Connect Charging Station

Tupelo, Mississippi

EV Connect

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Tupelo, Mississippi

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Tupelo, Mississippi

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

West Point, Mississippi

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

ChargePoint: 4 EV Connect: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	44.5	$15.56	$7.11
Efficient EV	37.1	$12.97	$5.93
EV Truck/SUV	59.3	$20.75	$9.48

Gas CO2

52 kg

EV CO2

17 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

Night in Auburn on Thursday

Local time

10:36 PM

CDT

Current temp

78°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Union, MS

Night in Union on Thursday

Local time

10:36 PM

CDT

Current temp

57°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

21 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

3h 13m 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 Union, MS covers 148.2 miles and takes about 3h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are MS 25, MS 15, 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 74.1 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 $22.38 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.