Origin
Auburn, AL
Late night in Auburn on Sunday
Local time
2:28 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Auburn, AL to Valley, AL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
36m
Distance
26.6 mi
43 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 33m
★
6 AM
0h 36m
8 AM
0h 42m
10 AM
0h 38m
12 PM
0h 38m
3 PM
0h 39m
5 PM
0h 42m
8 PM
0h 34m
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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Valley, AL
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Trip Overview
Auburn, AL to Valley, AL is 26.6 miles and takes about 36 minutes via I 85, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Southeast region, entirely within Alabama. It's a straightforward drive, primarily on the interstate, making it a quick and easy transit. Given the brief duration, this is an ideal route for those looking to connect two points efficiently without a significant time commitment, perfect for a quick errand or a short hop between towns.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 85 | 19.4 mi | 20m |
| East Glenn Avenue | 3.3 mi | 6m |
| Fob James Drive | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| Bent Creek Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| 55th Street West | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 23rd Boulevard West | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Gay Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 85
— 19.4 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Auburn, AL and Valley, AL.
1
Start on this road
285 ft
·
24 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto North Gay Street
367 ft
·
19 sec
·
North Gay Street
3
Turn left onto East Glenn Avenue
3.3 mi
·
6 min
·
East Glenn Avenue
4
Turn slight right
362 ft
·
19 sec
Use the right lane.
5
Turn straight onto Bent Creek Road
0.3 mi
·
55 sec
·
Bent Creek Road
Use the straight lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I-85 North, US 29 North: Atlanta
Use the left lane.
7
Merge onto I 85; US 29
19 mi
·
20 min
·
I 85; US 29
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward CR 208: Valley, Huguley
9
Turn right onto Fob James Drive
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Fob James Drive
10
Turn left onto 23rd Boulevard West
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
23rd Boulevard West
11
At end of road, turn left onto 55th Street West
0.2 mi
·
51 sec
·
55th Street West
12
Arrive at destination
55th Street West
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 26.3 — 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
|
North Gay Street
Turn right onto North Gay Street
Navigation decision point
8
3.9 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Take the ramp toward I-85 North, US 29 North: Atlanta
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I-85 North, US 29 North: Atlanta
5
4.1 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
I 85; US 29
Merge onto I 85; US 29
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
23.6 mi into trip
|
~29m in
Take the exit toward CR 208: Valley, Huguley
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward CR 208: Valley, Huguley
5
26.3 mi into trip
|
~35m in
|
55th Street West
At end of road, turn left onto 55th Street West
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.02 one way
$8.03 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $4.41 | $8.82 |
| premium | $4.56 | $4.77 | $9.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.87 | $11.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8 | 0 | $2.79 | $1.28 |
| Efficient EV | 6.7 | 0 | $2.33 | $1.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.6 | 0 | $3.72 | $1.70 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Valley, AL
Late night in Valley on Sunday
Local time
2:28 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
36m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly highway-focused, with 73% of the drive on major roads like I 85, East Glenn Avenue, and Fob James Drive. You'll experience a longest uninterrupted stretch of 19.4 miles on I 85, offering a consistent pace. The character of the drive is largely dictated by the interstate, providing a smooth and direct path. Expect a functional and uncomplicated driving experience as you transition from Auburn to Valley.
73% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 19.4 mi on I 85.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 85 and East Glenn Avenue. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near North Gay Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 26.6 miles you will encounter 9 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: at 0.1 miles (North Gay Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.1 miles (I 85; US 29): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Auburn, AL and Valley, AL, road signs point toward Cr 208: Valley and Huguley.
Cr 208: Valley
23.6 mi in
|
~29m
Huguley
23.6 mi in
|
~29m
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 36m. Total distance: 26.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 19.4 miles on I 85. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (North Gay Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.1 miles (I 85; US 29): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Valley, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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