Auburn, Alabama to Opelousas: Road Trip Guide & Distance

414.1 miles 666.4 km · straight line
496.9 miles estimated 799.7 km · driving distance
10h 0min estimated drive time
$48 - $59 estimated fuel cost
~1h 20min flight time
251° WSW bearing direction

How far is Auburn, Alabama from Opelousas?

The distance from Auburn, Alabama to Opelousas is 414.1 miles (666.4 km) as the crow flies. Opelousas is located WSW of Auburn, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 496.9 miles, taking about 10h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 20min. Both are located in United States — Auburn, Alabama in Alabama and Opelousas in Louisiana.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Auburn, Alabama and Opelousas. 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 Opelousas

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 10h 0min $48 - $59 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 20min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~12h 0min $40–$75* Budget
Train ~9h 30min $60–$174* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Auburn, Alabama & Opelousas

Quick Facts

Auburn, Alabama
32.61°N, 85.48°W
America/Chicago
215m elevation
Opelousas
30.53°N, 92.08°W
America/Chicago
20m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 138 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 35 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 60.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients