Origin
Auburn, AL
Late night in Auburn on Sunday
Local time
2:35 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Auburn, AL to Brook Highland, AL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 8m
Distance
99.7 mi
160 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 59m
★
6 AM
2h 8m
8 AM
2h 26m
10 AM
2h 14m
12 PM
2h 13m
3 PM
2h 15m
5 PM
2h 25m
8 PM
2h 3m
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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Brook Highland, AL
Michał Robak
Trip Overview
Auburn, AL to Brook Highland, AL is 99.7 miles and takes about 2h 8m via US 280 and US 231, with a fuel budget near $15 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route stays within Alabama, moving through the Southeast region. It's a pretty straightforward drive, mostly on highways, making it a convenient option for a single-day trip. You'll find it's a practical choice if you're looking for a direct connection between these two points without much fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
49.8 miles from Auburn, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 1m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 280 | 58.6 mi | 1h 9m |
| US 231 | 34.4 mi | 44m |
| North College Street | 4.8 mi | 7m |
| Brook Highland Parkway | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Cahaba Valley Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Kinross Drive | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Brook Highland Trace | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Brook Highland Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 280
— 58.6 mi, about 1h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Auburn, AL and Brook Highland, AL.
1
Start on this road
291 ft
·
24 sec
·
this road
2
At end of road, turn right onto North College Street
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
North College Street
3
Enter roundabout onto AL 147
79 ft
·
1 sec
·
North College Street
4
Continue on AL 147
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North College Street
5
Take the ramp onto AL 147
165 ft
·
3 sec
·
North College Street
6
Continue on US 280; AL 147
14 mi
·
15 min
·
US 280; AL 147
7
Continue on US 280; AL 50
6.4 mi
·
7 min
·
US 280; AL 50
8
Continue on US 280; AL 49
13 mi
·
15 min
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US 280; AL 49
9
Continue on US 280; AL 22
26 mi
·
30 min
·
US 280; AL 22
10
Continue on US 231; US 280
34 mi
·
44 min
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US 231; US 280
11
Turn right onto AL 119
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Cahaba Valley Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
12
Turn left onto Brook Highland Parkway
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Brook Highland Parkway
13
Turn right onto Brook Highland Drive
496 ft
·
23 sec
·
Brook Highland Drive
14
Turn right onto Brook Highland Trace
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Brook Highland Trace
15
At end of road, turn left onto Kinross Drive
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Kinross Drive
16
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 2 hours and 8 minutes, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. You can depart at your convenience, but consider starting in the morning to maximize daylight. The longest stretch without a major road change is 58.6 miles on US 280, so plan any brief stops before or after this section. With a fuel cost estimated at $15, it's a budget-friendly drive, and you shouldn't have trouble finding services along US 280 or US 231 if needed.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 49.8 miles from Auburn, AL, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 58.6 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 22 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.8 miles or 1h 1m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brook Highland, AL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Auburn, 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 Auburn, AL
This is one driving day of about 99.7 miles and 2h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Auburn, AL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 280 for about 58.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
50 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 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 49.8 miles from Auburn, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 99 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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North College Street
At end of road, turn right onto North College Street
Navigation decision point
4
4 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
AL 147 / North College Street
Enter roundabout onto AL 147 / North College Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
97.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 2m in
|
AL 119 / Cahaba Valley Road
Turn right onto AL 119 / Cahaba Valley Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
98.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 3m in
|
Brook Highland Parkway
Turn left onto Brook Highland Parkway
Navigation decision point
4
99 mi into trip
|
~2h 5m in
|
Brook Highland Trace
Turn right onto Brook Highland Trace
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.06 one way
$30.11 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $16.53 | $33.06 |
| premium | $4.56 | $17.89 | $35.79 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.01 | $44.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.9 | 0 | $10.47 | $4.79 |
| Efficient EV | 24.9 | 0 | $8.72 | $3.99 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.9 | 0 | $13.96 | $6.38 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Brook Highland, AL
Late night in Brook Highland on Sunday
Local time
2:35 AM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
28 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 8m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument
National Monument
In 1963, images of snarling police dogs unleashed against non-violent protesters and of children being sprayed with high-pressure hoses appeared in print and television news around the world. These dr...
10 mi from route
~24 min detour
Free
near mile 99.7
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is heavily highway-focused, with 94% of the journey on major roads. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 58.6 miles primarily on US 280. Expect a consistent highway feel for most of the trip, with sections on US 231 and North College Street contributing to the main road experience. The profile suggests a fast-paced journey where the focus is on covering ground efficiently rather than varied scenery.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 58.6 mi on US 280.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 280 and US 231. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near North College Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Auburn, AL to Brook Highland, AL is easy. At 2h 8m with 94% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (North College Street): Navigation decision point; at 4 miles (AL 147 / North College Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 97.8 miles (AL 119 / Cahaba Valley Road): Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Auburn, AL
Full guide →Auburn is in the River Heritage region of Alabama, and home to Auburn University in downtown Auburn. During the university's home football games, the town fills up with thousands of alumni and college football fans for a weekend of tailgating.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 8m. Total distance: 99.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 58.6 miles on US 280. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (North College Street): Navigation decision point; at 4 miles (AL 147 / North College Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 97.8 miles (AL 119 / Cahaba Valley Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Brook Highland, AL before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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