Origin
Andalusia, AL
Evening in Andalusia on Sunday
Local time
5:35 PM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Andalusia, AL to Mobile, AL
Drive Time
2h 21m
Distance
123.3 mi
198 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 12m
★
6 AM
2h 22m
8 AM
2h 41m
10 AM
2h 29m
12 PM
2h 27m
3 PM
2h 30m
5 PM
2h 40m
8 PM
2h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Andalusia, AL
Daniel Nouri
Mobile, AL
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Andalusia to Mobile, you can expect a straightforward journey covering 123.3 miles. The drive typically takes about 2 hours and 21 minutes, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. You should budget approximately $19 for fuel to complete this trip comfortably. Since both cities are located within the Southeast region of Alabama, the transition between them is seamless and familiar. Because of the manageable duration, there is no need to split this into an overnight stay, allowing you to reach your destination quickly without exhausting yourself on the road.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
61.6 miles from Andalusia, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 13m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is heavily focused on highway travel, with 77% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will navigate a mix of local roads like River Falls Street and US 31 before transitioning to the faster pace of I-65. The most significant portion of your drive is an 82.8-mile stretch on I-65, which provides a consistent, high-speed rhythm for the bulk of your journey. Expect the character of the road to shift from quieter local streets to the busier, more industrial flow of the interstate as you head toward the coast.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 65 is the longest continuous segment at about 82.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and River Falls Street. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near River Falls Street.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Andalusia, AL to Mobile, AL is easy. At 2h 21m with 77% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (River Falls Street): Navigation decision point; at 34.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 117.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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River Falls Street
Turn right onto River Falls Street
Navigation decision point
4
34.7 mi into trip
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~44m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
4
117.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 13m in
Take the exit toward I 165: Mobile
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 165: Mobile
4
122.9 mi into trip
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~2h 20m in
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Saint Joseph Street
Turn right onto Saint Joseph Street
Navigation decision point
4
123.3 mi into trip
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~2h 21m in
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Saint Louis Street
Turn right onto Saint Louis Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 82.8 mi | 1h 28m |
| River Falls Street | 26.5 mi | 34m |
| US 31 | 6.9 mi | 8m |
| I 165 | 4.7 mi | 5m |
| US 84 | 0.9 mi | <1m |
| Saint Joseph Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Church Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| River Falls Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 82.8 mi, about 1h 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Andalusia, AL and Mobile, AL.
1
Start on Court Square
188 ft
·
5 sec
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Court Square
2
Continue on Church Street
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
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Church Street
3
Turn right onto River Falls Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
River Falls Street
4
Continue on River Falls Road
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
River Falls Road
5
Continue on River Falls Street
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
River Falls Street
6
Continue on US 29; AL 55
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
River Falls Street
7
Continue on US 84; AL 55
26 mi
·
32 min
·
River Falls Street
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on US 31; US 84
6.9 mi
·
8 min
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US 31; US 84
9
Turn right onto US 84
0.9 mi
·
58 sec
·
US 84
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
11
Merge onto I 65
83 mi
·
1 hr 28 min
·
I 65
12
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 165: Mobile
13
Continue on I 165
4.7 mi
·
5 min
·
I 165
14
Turn right onto Saint Joseph Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Saint Joseph Street
15
Turn right onto Saint Louis Street
40 ft
·
1 sec
·
Saint Louis Street
16
Arrive at destination
Saint Louis Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of this drive, aim to depart during off-peak hours to avoid potential congestion as you approach the Mobile area. Since the entire route is under three hours, you have the flexibility to drive straight through without needing a formal overnight stop. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge when leaving Andalusia, as the $19 estimated cost can fluctuate depending on your vehicle's efficiency and local price variance. Given that the majority of your time is spent on I-65, utilize cruise control on that 82.8-mile stretch to maintain a steady pace and reduce driver fatigue. Planning your arrival for mid-afternoon will help you navigate the final leg of the trip with ease.
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 61.6 miles from Andalusia, AL, or about 1h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 82.8 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 80 miles or 1h 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61.6 miles or 1h 13m 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 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mobile, AL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Andalusia, 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 Andalusia, AL
This is one driving day of about 123.3 miles and 2h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Andalusia, AL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 65 for about 82.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 61.6 mi from Andalusia, AL · 1h 13m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
62 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 61.6 miles from Andalusia, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 65 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 82.8 miles.
Arriving in Mobile, AL
The final approach into Mobile, AL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Mobile, AL.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.85 one way
$37.70 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
43 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $20.67 | $41.35 |
| premium | $4.61 | $22.38 | $44.76 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $27.39 | $54.79 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37 | 0 | $12.95 | $5.92 |
| Efficient EV | 30.8 | 0 | $10.79 | $4.93 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 49.3 | 0 | $17.26 | $7.89 |
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Mobile, AL
Evening in Mobile on Sunday
Local time
5:35 PM
CDT
Current temp
82°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
22 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 21m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Andalusia, AL to Mobile, AL covers 123.3 miles and takes about 2h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 65, River Falls Street, US 31. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 61.6 miles from Andalusia, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.85 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Andalusia, AL to Mobile, AL is easy. At 2h 21m with 77% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (River Falls Street): Navigation decision point; at 34.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 117.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Andalusia, AL to Mobile, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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