Trip from Centre, AL to Mobile, AL

Drive Time

6h 11m

Distance

318.9 mi

513 km

Drive Score

10/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$49

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min

4 AM

5h 59m ★

6 AM

6h 12m

8 AM

6h 37m

10 AM

6h 21m

12 PM

6h 18m

3 PM

6h 22m

5 PM

6h 36m

8 PM

6h 4m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

The drive from Centre, AL to Mobile, AL covers 318.9 miles and takes about 6h 11m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 65, Broadway Avenue, East Grand Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 162.4 miles on I 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $48.75 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

159.4 miles from Centre, AL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 17m into the drive .

Drive Character

The drive from Centre, AL to Mobile, AL covers 318.9 miles and takes about 6h 11m, using a mix of highways and local roads.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.

There are about 21 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 162.4 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near AL 283 / North River Street.

Route Complexity 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 318.9 miles you will encounter 11 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 (AL 283 / North River Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 411 Business / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 28.5 miles (AL 77 / East Grand Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 11 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | AL 283 / North River Street

Turn left onto AL 283 / North River Street

Navigation decision point

0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 411 Business / West Main Street

At end of road, turn right onto US 411 Business / West Main Street

Navigation decision point

28.5 mi into trip | ~35m in | AL 77 / East Grand Avenue

Turn left onto AL 77 / East Grand Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.

143.9 mi into trip | ~2h 58m in

Take the exit toward Birmingham, Mobile

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the right lane. Toward Birmingham, Mobile

150.4 mi into trip | ~3h 7m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I-65 South: Mobile

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward I-65 South: Mobile

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Centre, AL to Mobile, AL, road signs begin pointing toward Birmingham along the way.

Birmingham

143.9 mi in | ~2h 58m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 65	162.4 mi	2h 55m
Broadway Avenue	54.5 mi	1h 2m
East Grand Avenue	37 mi	52m
Western Bypass	22.7 mi	26m
US 411	19.9 mi	22m
Northern Boulevard	6.3 mi	8m
I 165	4.7 mi	5m
Rainbow Drive	4 mi	6m

Longest stretch: I 65 — 162.4 mi, about 2h 55m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Centre, AL and Mobile, AL.

Start on AL 283

314 ft · 5 sec · Cedar Bluff Road

Turn slight left

109 ft · 6 sec

Turn left onto AL 283

408 ft · 10 sec · North River Street

At end of road, turn right onto US 411 Business

1.7 mi · 2 min · West Main Street

Continue on US 411; AL 68

20 mi · 22 min · US 411; AL 68

Continue on Ewing Avenue

0.4 mi · 27 sec · Ewing Avenue

Continue on US 411

2.3 mi · 3 min · North Albert Rains Boulevard

Use the straight lane.

Continue on US 411

4.0 mi · 6 min · Rainbow Drive

Use the straight lane.

Turn left onto AL 77

37 mi · 52 min · East Grand Avenue

Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn right onto AL 21

23 mi · 26 min · Western Bypass

Continue on AL 21

1.2 mi · 1 min · Rockford Highway

Continue on US 231; AL 21

54 mi · 1 hr 2 min · Broadway Avenue

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 35 sec

Toward Birmingham, Mobile Use the right lane.

Merge onto AL 152

6.3 mi · 8 min · Northern Boulevard

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward I-65 South: Mobile

Merge onto I 65; US 82

162 mi · 2 hr 55 min · I 65; US 82

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 41 sec

Toward I 165: Mobile

Continue on I 165

4.7 mi · 5 min · I 165

Turn right onto Saint Joseph Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · Saint Joseph Street

Turn right onto Saint Louis Street

40 ft · 1 sec · Saint Louis Street

Arrive at destination

Saint Louis Street

Trip Plan

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.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 159.4 miles from Centre, AL, or about 3h 17m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 162.4 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 45m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 159.4 miles or 3h 17m 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 7m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mobile, AL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Centre, 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 Centre, AL

This is one driving day of about 318.9 miles and 6h 11m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Centre, AL.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on I 65 for about 162.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 159.4 mi from Centre, AL · 3h 17m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Dadeville, AL

159 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

Columbiana, AL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Dadeville, AL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 159.4 miles from Centre, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 65 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 162.4 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.

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.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$48.75 one way

$97.50 round trip

$3.88/gal 25.4 MPG avg 112 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.26	$53.47	$106.94
premium	$4.61	$57.88	$115.76
diesel	$5.64	$70.85	$141.70

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$49

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$74–$99

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 111.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $33 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	95.7	1	$33.48	$15.31
Efficient EV	79.7	0	$27.90	$12.76
EV Truck/SUV	127.6	1	$44.65	$20.41

Gas CO2

112 kg

EV CO2

37 kg (67% 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.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast data refreshed 4 days ago

Origin

Centre, AL

Late night in Centre on Monday

Local time

5:44 AM

CDT

Current temp

87°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Mobile, AL

Late night in Mobile on Monday

Local time

5:44 AM

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

5 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

6h 11m on the road

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Centre, AL to Mobile, AL covers 318.9 miles and takes about 6h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 65, Broadway Avenue, East Grand Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 159.4 miles from Centre, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $48.75 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

On the drive from Centre, AL to Mobile, AL, road signs begin pointing toward Birmingham along the way.

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Trip from Centre, AL to Mobile, AL

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Mobile, AL

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Centre, AL

Mobile, AL

Same local time

5 degrees cooler at arrival

6h 11m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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