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Trip from Auburn, MS to Belmont, MS

Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026

Drive Time

54m

Distance

42.7 mi

69 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$6

one way

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 13 min
4 AM
0h 50m ★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 3m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 57m
3 PM
0h 58m
5 PM
1h 3m
8 PM
0h 52m

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

Downtown Auburn, MS, MS

Auburn, MS

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Downtown Belmont, MS, MS

Belmont, MS

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Trip Overview

The drive from Auburn, MS to Belmont, MS covers 42.7 miles and takes about 54m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 22, MS 25, State Highway 25 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 18 miles on I 22. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.45 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

This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.

Midpoint

21.3 miles from Auburn, MS

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 25m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a 54m highway drive covering 42.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 22 and MS 25. The longest continuous stretch is about 18 miles on I 22.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 8 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 22 is the longest continuous segment at about 18 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 22 and MS 25. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CR 931 / Auburn Road / County Road 931.

Route Complexity 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

The drive from Auburn, MS to Belmont, MS is easy. At 54m with 97% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (CR 931 / Auburn Road / County Road 931): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (I 22; US 78): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 19.2 miles (MS 25): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

4 of 4 key points

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

3
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | CR 931 / Auburn Road / County Road 931

Turn left onto CR 931 / Auburn Road / County Road 931

Navigation decision point

3
1.2 mi into trip | ~3m in | I 22; US 78

Merge onto I 22; US 78

Merge point - match speed before joining

5
19.2 mi into trip | ~22m in | MS 25

Take the exit onto MS 25 toward 25: Belmont, Iuka

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

Toward 25: Belmont, Iuka
5
19.6 mi into trip | ~23m in | MS 25 / State Highway 25

Turn left onto MS 25 / State Highway 25

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Auburn, MS and Belmont, MS, road signs point toward 25: Belmont and Iuka.

25: Belmont

19.2 mi in | ~22m | via MS 25

Iuka

19.2 mi in | ~22m | via MS 25

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 22 18 mi 19m
MS 25 16.6 mi 24m
State Highway 25 6.8 mi 7m
Auburn Road / County Road 931 0.9 mi 2m
County Road 1438 <0.1 mi <1m
2nd Street

Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.

Longest stretch: I 22 — 18 mi, about 19m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on County Road 1438

119 ft · 10 sec · County Road 1438
2

Turn left onto CR 931

0.9 mi · 2 min · Auburn Road / County Road 931
3

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 43 sec
4

Merge onto I 22; US 78

18 mi · 19 min · I 22; US 78
5

Take the exit onto MS 25

0.3 mi · 54 sec · MS 25
Toward 25: Belmont, Iuka
6

Turn left onto MS 25

6.8 mi · 7 min · State Highway 25
Use the straight lane.
7

Turn left onto MS 25

16 mi · 23 min · MS 25
8

Arrive at destination

MS 25

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 21.3 miles from Auburn, MS, or about 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 18 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 42.7 miles or 54m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 21.3 miles or 25m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 45m

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

Before You Leave

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Have your navigation ready before leaving Auburn, MS.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Auburn, MS

This is one driving day of about 42.7 miles and 54m.

At 42.7 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on I 22 for about 18 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 21.3 mi from Auburn, MS · 25m into the drive

Downtown Fulton, MS, MS

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Fulton, MS

21 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

Red Bay, AL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 42.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Fulton, MS

Meal break

The midpoint is around 21.3 miles from Auburn, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Belmont, MS

Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Belmont, MS if you are unfamiliar with the area.

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$6.45 one way

$12.90 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 15 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.21 $7.08 $14.16
premium $4.56 $7.66 $15.33
diesel $5.61 $9.43 $18.86

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$6

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$31–$56

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 14.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 12.8 0 $4.48 $2.05
Efficient EV 10.7 0 $3.74 $1.71
EV Truck/SUV 17.1 0 $5.98 $2.73

Gas CO2

15 kg

EV CO2

5 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

Afternoon in Auburn on Wednesday

Local time

4:00 PM

CDT

Current temp

78°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Belmont, MS

Afternoon in Belmont on Wednesday

Local time

4:00 PM

CDT

Current temp

77°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

53°F

Fulton, MS

21 mi in

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

54m 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 Belmont, MS covers 42.7 miles and takes about 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 22, MS 25, State Highway 25. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21.3 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 $6.45 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.
The drive from Auburn, MS to Belmont, MS is easy. At 54m with 97% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CR 931 / Auburn Road / County Road 931): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (I 22; US 78): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 19.2 miles (MS 25): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Auburn, MS and Belmont, MS, road signs point toward 25: Belmont and Iuka.

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