Origin
Samson, AL
Evening in Samson on Sunday
Local time
5:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
87°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Samson, AL to Auburn, AL
Drive Time
2h 32m
Distance
138.9 mi
224 km
Drive Score
8/10
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 22m
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6 AM
2h 33m
8 AM
2h 53m
10 AM
2h 40m
12 PM
2h 38m
3 PM
2h 41m
5 PM
2h 52m
8 PM
2h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Samson, AL
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Auburn, AL
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Samson to Auburn covers 138.9 miles and takes approximately 2 hours and 32 minutes of drive time. Since this route functions perfectly as a day trip, you can easily complete the entire journey in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend roughly $19 on fuel for the trip, making it an affordable excursion within Alabama. You will navigate through the Southeast region, transitioning from the Samson area toward the academic and community hub of Auburn. Given the total time behind the wheel, the trip is straightforward enough to plan on short notice, provided you are prepared for the specific local road conditions ahead.
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
69.4 miles from Samson, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 16m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will rely primarily on North Johnson Street, East Davis Street, and Neal Grantham Drive to navigate your way toward Auburn. Because the longest stretch on any single road—North Johnson Street—is 0 miles, you should anticipate frequent turns and transitions between local thoroughfares. This setup requires your full attention, as the road character demands active driving through various local segments. Instead of long, uninterrupted highway miles, you will experience a more technical, winding path that keeps you engaged throughout the 2-hour and 32-minute duration.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Johnson Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Samson, AL to Auburn, AL is easy. At 2h 32m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Samson, AL to Auburn, AL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Johnson Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Davis Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Neal Grantham Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| AL 167 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Taylor Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I-85 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 29 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| AL 147 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
North Johnson Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Samson, AL and Auburn, AL.
1
Start on Main Street
13 ft
·
6 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn left onto North Johnson Street
22 mi
·
34 min
·
North Johnson Street
3
At the end of the road, turn right onto East Davis Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
East Davis Street
4
At the end of the road, turn left
1.5 mi
·
1 min
5
Continue straight
0.7 mi
·
50 sec
6
Turn right onto Neal Grantham Drive
20 mi
·
34 min
·
Neal Grantham Drive
7
At the end of the road, turn right onto AL 167 South: Enterprise
16 ft
·
1 sec
·
AL 167 South: Enterprise
8
Keep slight left to continue on AL 167 South: Enterprise
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
AL 167 South: Enterprise
9
Turn slight left
7.6 mi
·
11 min
10
Turn left
0.6 mi
·
1 min
11
Continue straight
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
12
Continue straight
1.2 mi
·
1 min
13
Continue straight
1.8 mi
·
2 min
14
Continue straight
3.4 mi
·
3 min
15
Continue straight
33 mi
·
38 min
16
Turn right onto Taylor Road
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
Taylor Road
17
Take the ramp right toward I-85 East, US 80 East: Atlanta
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
I-85 East, US 80 East: Atlanta
18
Merge slight left
42 mi
·
44 min
19
Take the exit slight right toward US 29: Auburn
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
US 29: Auburn
20
Keep slight left to continue on AL 147 North: Auburn
220 ft
·
11 sec
·
AL 147 North: Auburn
21
Turn left onto South College Street
4.1 mi
·
8 min
·
South College Street
22
Turn right
292 ft
·
21 sec
23
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 138.9-mile journey, try to depart early in the morning to avoid any potential congestion on local roads. While the total travel time is manageable, plan for at least one dedicated stop to break up the drive, especially given the constant turns involved in this route. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as the $19 estimated cost is based on standard consumption and can fluctuate depending on your vehicle's efficiency. Since this is a local road-intensive trip, ensure your GPS is updated and ready to handle frequent turn instructions. Staying alert is vital here, as the lack of highway miles means you will be navigating surface streets for the entirety of the trip.
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 69.4 miles from Samson, AL, or about 1h 16m into the drive.
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 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 69.4 miles or 1h 16m 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 5m
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 Samson, 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 Samson, AL
This is one driving day of about 138.9 miles and 2h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Samson, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 69.4 mi from Samson, AL · 1h 16m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
69 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
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
$21.23 one way
$42.47 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
49 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $23.29 | $46.58 |
| premium | $4.61 | $25.21 | $50.42 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $30.86 | $61.72 |
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: 48.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 41.7 | 0 | $14.58 | $6.67 |
| Efficient EV | 34.7 | 0 | $12.15 | $5.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 55.6 | 0 | $19.45 | $8.89 |
Gas CO2
49 kg
EV CO2
16 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
Evening in Auburn on Sunday
Local time
5:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
86°F
Clio, AL
69 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 32m 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 Samson, AL to Auburn, AL covers 138.9 miles and takes about 2h 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Johnson Street, East Davis Street, Neal Grantham Drive. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 69.4 miles from Samson, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.23 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.
The drive from Samson, AL to Auburn, AL is easy. At 2h 32m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Samson, AL to Auburn, AL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Samson, AL to Auburn, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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