Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Auburn travel guide

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You're Going to Love Auburn

With a population of 53,380, Auburn is a must-see destination in Alabama, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Auburn deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Auburn

If you’re looking for affordable options, Ariccia Cucina (241 South College Street) and Bunkers (250 W Glenn Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Auburn

Auburn in July
Estimated hotel price
$125
1 night at 3-star hotel
Auburn in July
Estimated hotel price
$125
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Auburn in July, when the average temperature is 80.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 89.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 33.8 °F, with an average temperature of 44.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 5.9″. In contrast, September is usually the driest month of the year in Auburn, with an average rainfall of 3.2″.

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How to Get to Auburn

Plane

Although Auburn doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Montgomery Dannelly Field (MGM), which is located 92 km from Auburn. Montgomery Dannelly Field is the most popular, with regular flights from Delta, American Airlines, Korean Air and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Auburn departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 1h 51m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Auburn. The train journey from Auburn to Greenville takes 3h 12m and costs around $40 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Charlotte, expect to pay about $60 for a 5h 48m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Auburn is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 163 km from Auburn. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Auburn, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Amtrak. From Birmingham, the bus ride to Auburn takes 290 km and will cost you around $49. From Savannah, the ticket costs about $85 for a journey of 404 km.

Plane

Although Auburn doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Montgomery Dannelly Field (MGM), which is located 92 km from Auburn. Montgomery Dannelly Field is the most popular, with regular flights from Delta, American Airlines, Korean Air and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Auburn departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 1h 51m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Auburn. The train journey from Auburn to Greenville takes 3h 12m and costs around $40 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Charlotte, expect to pay about $60 for a 5h 48m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Auburn is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 163 km from Auburn. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Auburn, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Amtrak. From Birmingham, the bus ride to Auburn takes 290 km and will cost you around $49. From Savannah, the ticket costs about $85 for a journey of 404 km.

Airports near Auburn

MGMMontgomery Dannelly Field
BHMBirmingham
ATLAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Airlines serving Auburn

KLM
Good (1,428 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,635 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,005 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,585 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,105 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,815 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,092 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,686 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,053 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,440 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,507 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,534 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,332 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,095 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,607 reviews)
Finnair
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Singapore Airlines
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Alaska Airlines
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LOT
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Where to stay in Auburn

Average rates range from around $142 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $422 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Auburn Lodge near University and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Auburn - University Area By IHG. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Auburn, with prices from $52 to $422 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Auburn are about 135% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Auburn by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Auburn

Most booked hotels in Auburn

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The Hotel at Auburn University
3 stars
Excellent (9.4, 554 reviews)
$159+
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Staybridge Suites Auburn – University Area By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, 307 reviews)
$93+
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Graduate by Hilton Auburn, AL
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, 36 reviews)
$109+
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Sleep Inn and Suites Auburn Campus Area I-85
2 stars
Good (7.9, 706 reviews)
$65+
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Candlewood Suites Auburn By IHG
2 stars
Good (7.8, 329 reviews)
$78+
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Renting a car in Auburn

Renting a car in Auburn costs $51 per day, on average, or $102 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 7% cheaper than airport locations in Auburn.

Expect to pay $3.29 per gallon in Auburn (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.52 and $52.69. The most frequently booked car type in Auburn is Full-size (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Chevrolet Spark or similar) are, on average, 58% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Auburn costs $51 per day, on average, or $102 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 7% cheaper than airport locations in Auburn.

Expect to pay $3.29 per gallon in Auburn (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.52 and $52.69. The most frequently booked car type in Auburn is Full-size (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Chevrolet Spark or similar) are, on average, 58% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Auburn

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2 Adults, 2 Bags

$32/day

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