Origin
Fairfield, AL
Afternoon in Fairfield on Thursday
Local time
4:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fairfield, AL to Auburn, AL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 4m
Distance
147.3 mi
237 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
38 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 53m
★
6 AM
3h 5m
8 AM
3h 28m
10 AM
3h 13m
12 PM
3h 11m
3 PM
3h 14m
5 PM
3h 27m
8 PM
2h 58m
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 Fairfield, AL to Auburn, AL covers 147.3 miles and takes about 3h 4m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 65, I 85, AL 55 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 56.6 miles on I 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $22.25 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
73.6 miles from Fairfield, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 39m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 4m. Total distance: 147.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 3h 4m highway drive covering 147.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 65 and I 85. The longest continuous stretch is about 56.6 miles on I 65.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 65 is the longest continuous segment at about 56.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and I 85. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 12.7 miles in near CR 107 / County Road 107.
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 147.3 miles you will encounter 12 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 12.7 miles (CR 107 / County Road 107): Navigation decision point; at 13.1 miles (AL 55): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 34.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
12.7 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
CR 107 / County Road 107
At end of road, turn left onto CR 107 / County Road 107
Navigation decision point
5
13.1 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
AL 55
Turn sharp left onto AL 55
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
34.7 mi into trip
|
~57m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
5
91.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 59m in
Take the exit toward I-85 North: Atlanta
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 171
Toward I-85 North: Atlanta
8
143.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 56m 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 |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 56.6 mi | 1h 1m |
| I 85 | 51 mi | 55m |
| AL 55 | 12.3 mi | 14m |
| Mobile Road | 9.3 mi | 11m |
| Loango Road | 8.5 mi | 20m |
| South College Street | 4.1 mi | 8m |
| Ealum Mill Road | 2.3 mi | 5m |
| Judge Smith Road | 1.9 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 56.6 mi, about 1h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fairfield, AL and Auburn, AL.
1
Start on CR 7
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Judge Smith Road
2
Turn right onto CR 7
8.5 mi
·
20 min
·
Loango Road
3
Continue on CR 7
2.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Ealum Mill Road
4
At end of road, turn left onto CR 107
204 ft
·
10 sec
·
County Road 107
5
Turn right onto County Road 82
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
·
County Road 82
6
Turn sharp left onto AL 55
12 mi
·
14 min
·
AL 55
7
Continue on US 31; AL 55
9.3 mi
·
11 min
·
Mobile Road
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Use the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto I 65
57 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
·
I 65
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 171
Toward I-85 North: Atlanta
11
Merge onto I 85
51 mi
·
55 min
·
I 85
Use the straight lane.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward US 29: Auburn
13
Keep slight left at fork
221 ft
·
11 sec
Toward AL 147 North: Auburn
Use the left lane.
14
Turn left onto US 29
4.1 mi
·
8 min
·
South College Street
Use the straight lane.
15
Turn right
291 ft
·
21 sec
16
Arrive at destination
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 73.6 miles from Fairfield, AL, or about 1h 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 56.6 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 32 miles or 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73.6 miles or 1h 39m 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 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Auburn, AL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Fairfield, AL 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 Fairfield, AL
This is one driving day of about 147.3 miles and 3h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Fairfield, AL.
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 I 65 for about 56.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 73.6 mi from Fairfield, AL · 1h 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 73.6 miles from Fairfield, 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
$22.25 one way
$44.49 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
52 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $24.42 | $48.84 |
| premium | $4.56 | $26.44 | $52.88 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.52 | $65.04 |
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: 51.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
38 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Red E Charging Station
Montgomery, Alabama
Other
1 DCFC
EVgo Charging Station
Hope Hull, Alabama
EVgo
1 DCFC
Tesla Supercharger
Montgomery, Alabama
Tesla
1 DCFC
FLO Charging Station
Greenville, Alabama
FLO
1 DCFC
Downtown Montgomery EV Charger
Montgomery, Alabama
Other
1 DCFC
Tesla Supercharger
Greenville, Alabama
Tesla
1 DCFC
Mercedes-Benz Charging Station
Auburn, Alabama
Other
1 DCFC
Tesla Supercharger
Montgomery, Alabama
Tesla
1 DCFC
Other: 12
ChargePoint: 8
Tesla Destination: 5
Blink: 4
Tesla: 3
Electrify America: 3
EVgo: 1
FLO: 1
InCharge: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.2 | 0 | $15.47 | $7.07 |
| Efficient EV | 36.8 | 0 | $12.89 | $5.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 58.9 | 0 | $20.62 | $9.43 |
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.
Destination
Auburn, AL
Afternoon in Auburn on Thursday
Local time
4:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°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
4 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 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 Fairfield, AL to Auburn, AL covers 147.3 miles and takes about 3h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 65, I 85, AL 55. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 73.6 miles from Fairfield, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.25 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 147.3 miles you will encounter 12 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 12.7 miles (CR 107 / County Road 107): Navigation decision point; at 13.1 miles (AL 55): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 34.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Fairfield, AL to Auburn, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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