Auburn, Alabama to Huntsville, Alabama: Road Trip Guide & Distance

159.7 miles 257 km · straight line
199.6 miles estimated 321.3 km · driving distance
4h 1min estimated drive time
$19 - $24 estimated fuel cost
~49min flight time
337° NNW bearing direction

How far is Auburn, Alabama from Huntsville, Alabama?

The distance from Auburn, Alabama to Huntsville, Alabama is 159.7 miles (257 km) as the crow flies. Huntsville, Alabama is located NNW of Auburn, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 199.6 miles, taking about 4h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Auburn, Alabama and Huntsville, Alabama. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Auburn, Alabama to Huntsville, Alabama

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 1min $19 - $24 Flexible stops
Fly ~49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 49min $16–$30* Budget
Train ~3h 49min $24–$70* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Auburn, Alabama & Huntsville, Alabama

Quick Facts

Auburn, Alabama
32.61°N, 85.48°W
America/Chicago
215m elevation
Huntsville, Alabama
34.73°N, 86.59°W
America/Chicago
193m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 53 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 155.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients