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6h 38m
Distance
363.3 mi
585 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$56
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Ardmore, AL
Maximiliana Eligi Mtenga
Mobile, AL
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The drive from Ardmore, AL to Mobile, AL covers 363.3 miles and takes about 6h 38m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 65, I-65, Interstate 65 South for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 254.7 miles on I 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $55.54 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
181.7 miles from Ardmore, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 19m into the drive .
This is a 6h 38m highway drive covering 363.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 65 and I-65. The longest continuous stretch is about 254.7 miles on I 65.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
0 ft
Total Descent
319 ft
Highest Point
874 ft
Elevation Range
319 ft
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and I-65. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near AL 53 / 1st Avenue West.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 363.3 miles you will encounter 13 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 0.8 miles (AL 53 / 1st Avenue West): Navigation decision point; at 101.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 102.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
At end of road, turn left onto AL 53 / 1st Avenue West
Navigation decision point
Take the exit toward I 22 West, US 31: Memphis, Fultondale
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward I 22 West: Memphis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork toward Montgomery
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 65
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Between Ardmore, AL and Mobile, AL, road signs point toward Fultondale and Montgomery.
Fultondale
Montgomery
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 254.7 mi | 4h 37m |
| I-65 | 87.6 mi | 1h 33m |
| Interstate 65 South | 10.8 mi | 11m |
| I 165 | 4.7 mi | 5m |
| 7th Street | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Ardmore Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Saint Joseph Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| 6th Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Ardmore, AL and Mobile, AL.
Start on TN 7
Turn right onto AL 53
Turn right onto AL 53
At end of road, turn left onto AL 53
Turn right onto AL 53
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 65; US 31
Continue on I 65
Continue on I 65
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 65
Take the exit
Continue on I 165
Turn right onto Saint Joseph Street
Turn right onto Saint Louis Street
Arrive at destination
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 181.7 miles or 3h 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mobile, AL than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Ardmore, AL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Ardmore, AL
This is one driving day of about 363.3 miles and 6h 38m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 181.7 mi from Ardmore, AL · 3h 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
182 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 181.7 miles from Ardmore, 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 254.7 miles.
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.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$55.54 one way
$111.08 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $60.92 | $121.83 |
| premium | $4.61 | $65.94 | $131.88 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $80.71 | $161.43 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$56
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$81–$106
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 127.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $38 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 109 | 1 | $38.15 | $17.44 |
| Efficient EV | 90.8 | 1 | $31.79 | $14.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 145.3 | 1 | $50.86 | $23.25 |
Gas CO2
127 kg
EV CO2
43 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Ardmore on Sunday
Local time
6:40 PM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Sunny
Destination
Evening in Mobile on Sunday
Local time
6:40 PM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Along the Route
86°F
Columbiana, AL
182 mi in
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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