Origin
Opp, AL
Evening in Opp on Sunday
Local time
6:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
87°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Opp, AL to Auburn, AL
Drive Time
2h 55m
Distance
135.1 mi
217 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 44m
★
6 AM
2h 55m
8 AM
3h 18m
10 AM
3h 3m
12 PM
3h 1m
3 PM
3h 4m
5 PM
3h 17m
8 PM
2h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Opp, AL
Muhammad Nabeel
Auburn, AL
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Trip Overview
Spanning 135.1 miles across Alabama, this trip from Opp to Auburn is a straightforward journey that typically takes 2 hours and 55 minutes. You can easily complete the drive in a single day, making it an ideal excursion for those looking to connect the Southeast region's smaller towns with the hub of Auburn. Budgeting approximately $21 for fuel will cover your transit costs comfortably. Since the route is manageable in one go, you won't need an overnight stay unless you prefer a slower pace. Whether you are heading to campus or exploring the area, this highway-focused drive offers a reliable way to navigate between these two points.
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
67.5 miles from Opp, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 34m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is heavily weighted toward highway travel, with 77% of your time spent on major roads like I-85 and US-231. You will transition from local roads, such as Neal Grantham Drive, onto faster interstate stretches that define the journey’s personality. Expect a steady, highway-focused pace, highlighted by a longest uninterrupted stretch of 41.9 miles on I-85. While the drive is efficient and functional, the shift from local surface streets to high-speed interstate lanes requires you to stay alert. It is a practical, no-nonsense route designed to get you to your destination with minimal fuss.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 85 is the longest continuous segment at about 41.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 85 and US 231. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Main Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 135.1 miles you will encounter 14 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: near the start (North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 36.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 36.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 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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North Main Street
Turn right onto North Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
36.3 mi into trip
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~54m in
At end of road, turn right toward AL 167 South: Enterprise
Navigation decision point
Toward AL 167 South: Enterprise
6
36.3 mi into trip
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~54m in
Keep slight left at fork toward AL 167 South: Enterprise
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward AL 167 South: Enterprise
5
88.6 mi into trip
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~2h in
Take the ramp toward I-85 East, US 80 East: Atlanta
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I-85 East, US 80 East: Atlanta
8
130.9 mi into trip
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~2h 46m 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 85 | 41.9 mi | 44m |
| US 231 | 39.8 mi | 47m |
| Neal Grantham Drive | 19.8 mi | 34m |
| US 84 | 14.2 mi | 16m |
| AL 167 | 7.6 mi | 11m |
| Taylor Road | 4.8 mi | 7m |
| South College Street | 4.1 mi | 8m |
| East Stewart Avenue | 2 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 85
— 41.9 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Opp, AL and Auburn, AL.
1
Start on West Hart Avenue
80 ft
·
5 sec
·
West Hart Avenue
2
Turn right onto North Main Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
North Main Street
3
Turn right onto East Stewart Avenue
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
East Stewart Avenue
4
Continue on US 84
14 mi
·
16 min
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US 84
5
Turn left onto AL 87
20 mi
·
34 min
·
Neal Grantham Drive
6
At end of road, turn right
17 ft
·
0 sec
Toward AL 167 South: Enterprise
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
Toward AL 167 South: Enterprise
8
Turn slight left onto AL 167
7.6 mi
·
11 min
·
AL 167
Use the none lane.
9
Turn left onto US 231; AL 10
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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US 231; AL 10
Use the left lane.
10
Continue on US 231; AL 10
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
US 231; AL 10
Use the none lane.
11
Continue on US 231; AL 10
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
US 231; AL 10
Use the none lane.
12
Continue on US 231; AL 10
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
US 231; AL 10
Use the none lane.
13
Continue on US 231
3.4 mi
·
3 min
·
US 231
Use the none lane.
14
Continue on US 231
33 mi
·
38 min
·
US 231
Use the none lane.
15
Turn right onto AL 271
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
Taylor Road
Use the none lane.
16
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I-85 East, US 80 East: Atlanta
17
Merge onto I 85; US 80
42 mi
·
44 min
·
I 85; US 80
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward US 29: Auburn
19
Keep slight left at fork
221 ft
·
11 sec
Toward AL 147 North: Auburn
Use the left lane.
20
Turn left onto US 29
4.1 mi
·
8 min
·
South College Street
Use the straight lane.
21
Turn right
291 ft
·
21 sec
22
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 2-hour and 55-minute transit, plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and refuel. Since you are spending a significant portion of your trip on I-85, keep a close eye on traffic patterns during peak hours to ensure your travel time stays near the estimate. Leaving early in the day provides the most flexibility, allowing you to bypass potential congestion as you transition between US-231 and the interstate. Given the $21 fuel estimate, filling up before you leave Opp can help you avoid stop-and-go refueling during the most efficient parts of your drive. Keep your navigation handy when shifting from local roads to the main highway corridors to ensure a smooth transition.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 67.5 miles from Opp, AL, or about 1h 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 41.9 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 80 miles or 1h 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 67.5 miles or 1h 34m 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 24m
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 Opp, 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 Opp, AL
This is one driving day of about 135.1 miles and 2h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Opp, 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 85 for about 41.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 67.5 mi from Opp, AL · 1h 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
68 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 67.5 miles from Opp, 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
$20.65 one way
$41.31 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
47 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $22.65 | $45.31 |
| premium | $4.61 | $24.52 | $49.04 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $30.01 | $60.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 47.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 40.5 | 0 | $14.19 | $6.48 |
| Efficient EV | 33.8 | 0 | $11.82 | $5.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 54 | 0 | $18.91 | $8.65 |
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 kg (66% 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
Evening in Auburn on Sunday
Local time
6:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
86°F
Clio, AL
68 mi in
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
26 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
2h 55m 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 Opp, AL to Auburn, AL covers 135.1 miles and takes about 2h 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 85, US 231, Neal Grantham Drive. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 67.5 miles from Opp, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.65 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.
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 135.1 miles you will encounter 14 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: near the start (North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 36.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 36.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Opp, AL to Auburn, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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