Origin
Blue Ridge, AL
Late night in Blue Ridge on Wednesday
Local time
12:25 AM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Blue Ridge, AL to Auburn, AL
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 13m
Distance
59.8 mi
96 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 8m
★
6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 26m
10 AM
1h 18m
12 PM
1h 17m
3 PM
1h 19m
5 PM
1h 25m
8 PM
1h 10m
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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Trip Overview
The drive from Blue Ridge, AL to Auburn, AL covers 59.8 miles and takes about 1h 13m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 80, I 85, US 231 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 33.3 miles on US 80. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.03 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
29.9 miles from Blue Ridge, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 37m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 1h 13m highway drive covering 59.8 miles, with most of the trip on US 80 and I 85. The longest continuous stretch is about 33.3 miles on US 80.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 80 is the longest continuous segment at about 33.3 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
702 ft
207 ft
Total Climb
495 ft
Total Descent
169 ft
Highest Point
702 ft
~59.8 mi in
Elevation Range
495 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 80 and I 85. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.9 miles in near US 231; AL 21.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 8 significant decision points across 59.8 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.9 miles (US 231; AL 21): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.2 miles (US 231; AL 21): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.9 mi into trip
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~4m in
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US 231; AL 21
At end of road, turn left onto US 231; AL 21
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
6.2 mi into trip
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~9m in
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US 231; AL 21
Turn left onto US 231; AL 21
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
10.7 mi into trip
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~16m in
Take the exit toward I-85 North, US 80 East: Atlanta
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I-85 North, US 80 East: Atlanta
8
10.9 mi into trip
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~16m in
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US 80
Keep slight right at fork onto US 80 toward I-85 North, US 80 East: Atlanta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I-85 North, US 80 East: Atlanta
8
55.7 mi into trip
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~1h 5m in
Keep slight left at fork toward AL 147 North: Auburn
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward AL 147 North: Auburn
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 80 | 33.3 mi | 36m |
| I 85 | 11.3 mi | 12m |
| US 231 | 8.8 mi | 11m |
| South College Street | 4.1 mi | 8m |
| Jasmine Hill Road | 1.9 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
US 80
— 33.3 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blue Ridge, AL and Auburn, AL.
1
Start on Jasmine Hill Road
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Jasmine Hill Road
2
At end of road, turn left onto US 231; AL 21
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
US 231; AL 21
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Turn left onto US 231; AL 21
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
US 231; AL 21
Use the left lane.
4
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Toward I-85 North, US 80 East: Atlanta
Use the left lane.
5
Keep slight right at fork onto US 80
33 mi
·
36 min
·
US 80
Toward I-85 North, US 80 East: Atlanta
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
6
Continue on I 85
11 mi
·
12 min
·
I 85
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward US 29: Auburn
8
Keep slight left at fork
221 ft
·
11 sec
Toward AL 147 North: Auburn
Use the left lane.
9
Turn left onto US 29
4.1 mi
·
8 min
·
South College Street
Use the straight lane.
10
Turn right
291 ft
·
21 sec
11
Arrive at destination
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 29.9 miles from Blue Ridge, AL, or about 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 33.3 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 59.8 miles or 1h 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 29.9 miles or 37m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Auburn, AL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Blue Ridge, AL so your first major turns are already loaded.
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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 Blue Ridge, AL
This is one driving day of about 59.8 miles and 1h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Blue Ridge, AL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on US 80 for about 33.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.9 mi from Blue Ridge, AL · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 59.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.9 miles from Blue Ridge, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Auburn, AL
The final approach into Auburn, 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 Auburn, AL.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.03 one way
$18.06 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $9.91 | $19.83 |
| premium | $4.56 | $10.73 | $21.47 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.20 | $26.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.9 | 0 | $6.28 | $2.87 |
| Efficient EV | 15 | 0 | $5.23 | $2.39 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.9 | 0 | $8.37 | $3.83 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Destination
Auburn, AL
Late night in Auburn on Wednesday
Local time
12:25 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°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
11 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
1h 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 Blue Ridge, AL to Auburn, AL covers 59.8 miles and takes about 1h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 80, I 85, US 231. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.9 miles from Blue Ridge, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.03 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 demanding drive. With 8 significant decision points across 59.8 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.9 miles (US 231; AL 21): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.2 miles (US 231; AL 21): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Blue Ridge, AL to Auburn, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 207 ft to 702 ft elevation with about 495 ft of total climbing.
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