Origin
Goodwater, AL
Morning in Goodwater on Saturday
Local time
10:22 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Goodwater, AL to Auburn, AL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 6m
Distance
52 mi
84 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 1m
★
6 AM
1h 7m
8 AM
1h 18m
10 AM
1h 11m
12 PM
1h 10m
3 PM
1h 11m
5 PM
1h 17m
8 PM
1h 4m
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 Goodwater, AL to Auburn, AL covers 52 miles and takes about 1h 6m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 280, North College Street, State Route 9 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 41.1 miles on US 280. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.85 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 6m. Total distance: 52 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 6m highway drive covering 52 miles, with most of the trip on US 280 and North College Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 41.1 miles on US 280.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 280 is the longest continuous segment at about 41.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 280 and North College Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near AL 9 / North Main Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Goodwater, AL to Auburn, AL is easy. At 1h 6m with 87% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (AL 9 / North Main Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 5.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 47.2 miles (AL 147 / North College Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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AL 9 / North Main Street
Turn sharp left onto AL 9 / North Main Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
3
5.8 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
5
47.2 mi into trip
|
~58m in
|
AL 147 / North College Street
Turn right onto AL 147 / North College Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
47.9 mi into trip
|
~59m in
|
AL 147 / North College Street
Enter roundabout onto AL 147 / North College Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
51.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 280 | 41.1 mi | 49m |
| North College Street | 4.7 mi | 7m |
| State Route 9 | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| North Main Street | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Railroad Place | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 280
— 41.1 mi, about 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Goodwater, AL and Auburn, AL.
1
Start on Railroad Place
133 ft
·
15 sec
·
Railroad Place
2
Turn sharp left onto AL 9
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
North Main Street
3
Continue on AL 9
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
State Route 9
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
5
Merge onto US 280
41 mi
·
49 min
·
US 280
6
Turn right onto AL 147
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North College Street
Use the right lane.
7
Enter roundabout onto AL 147
77 ft
·
1 sec
·
North College Street
8
Continue on AL 147
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
North College Street
9
Turn left
291 ft
·
21 sec
10
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26 mi from Goodwater, AL · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26 miles from Goodwater, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.85 one way
$15.71 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $8.62 | $17.24 |
| premium | $4.56 | $9.33 | $18.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.48 | $22.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.46 | $2.50 |
| Efficient EV | 13 | 0 | $4.55 | $2.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.8 | 0 | $7.28 | $3.33 |
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.
Destination
Auburn, AL
Morning in Auburn on Saturday
Local time
10:22 AM
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 6m 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 Goodwater, AL to Auburn, AL covers 52 miles and takes about 1h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 280, North College Street, State Route 9. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26 miles from Goodwater, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.85 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 Goodwater, AL to Auburn, AL is easy. At 1h 6m with 87% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (AL 9 / North Main Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 5.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 47.2 miles (AL 147 / North College Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Goodwater, AL to Auburn, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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