Trip from Double Springs, AL to Mobile, AL

Drive Time

5h 50m

Distance

278.4 mi

448 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$43

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min

4 AM

5h 38m ★

6 AM

5h 51m

8 AM

6h 17m

10 AM

6h 0m

12 PM

5h 58m

3 PM

6h 1m

5 PM

6h 16m

8 PM

5h 43m

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

Traveling from Double Springs to Mobile covers 278.4 miles through the heart of Alabama. You should plan for a total drive time of approximately 5 hours and 50 minutes, making this a manageable, albeit long, day trip. With a fuel budget of about $43, the route relies heavily on major thoroughfares including US 43, AL 13, and I-20. Since the trip is entirely contained within the Southeast region, you will experience a consistent transition across the state's landscape. While you could push through in a single day, the duration suggests you should be prepared for a full day of travel. Consider your stamina before heading out, as this highway-focused journey requires steady focus to reach the Gulf Coast comfortably.

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

139.2 miles from Double Springs, AL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 10m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a highway-focused experience, as 88% of this 278.4-mile trek takes place on major roads. Your journey includes a significant 153.3-mile stretch on US 43, which serves as the backbone of your travel. The character of the road shifts from the initial local stretches to the more efficient, high-speed flow of the interstate segments. You will spend most of your time maintaining a consistent pace rather than navigating technical local turns. This mix of infrastructure keeps the drive moving efficiently, helping you avoid unnecessary delays as you transition toward your destination.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 33 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

US 43 is the longest continuous segment at about 153.3 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 43 and AL 13. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 14.2 miles in near AL 13.

Route Complexity 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 278.4 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 14.2 miles (AL 13): Lane positioning matters here; at 77.6 miles (US 43; AL 69 / Lurleen B Wallace Boulevard): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 80.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 23 key points

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

14.2 mi into trip | ~20m in | AL 13

Turn left onto AL 13

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

77.6 mi into trip | ~1h 49m in | US 43; AL 69 / Lurleen B Wallace Boulevard

Merge onto US 43; AL 69 / Lurleen B Wallace Boulevard

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left / right lanes.

80.7 mi into trip | ~1h 53m in

Take the exit

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane.

80.9 mi into trip | ~1h 54m in

Keep slight right at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane.

106.8 mi into trip | ~2h 22m in

Take the exit toward Union

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward Union

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Double Springs, AL to Mobile, AL, road signs begin pointing toward Union along the way.

Union

106.8 mi in | ~2h 22m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
US 43	153.3 mi	3h 2m
AL 13	32.8 mi	46m
I 20	25.6 mi	27m
Demopolis Highway	24 mi	34m
US 278	13.1 mi	18m
I 65	9.2 mi	10m
I 165	4.7 mi	5m
US 11	4.6 mi	6m

Longest stretch: US 43 — 153.3 mi, about 3h 2m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on Blake Drive

4 ft · 2 sec · Blake Drive

Turn right onto AL 195

1.2 mi · 2 min · AL 195

Turn left onto US 278; AL 195

13 mi · 17 min · US 278; AL 195

Continue on US 278; AL 13

0.2 mi · 24 sec · US 278; AL 13

Turn left onto AL 13

33 mi · 46 min · AL 13

Use the left lane.

Continue on US 43

29 mi · 39 min · US 43

Continue on Main Avenue

1.7 mi · 3 min · Main Avenue

Turn left onto 5th Street

364 ft · 12 sec · 5th Street

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 28 sec

Merge onto US 43; AL 69

1.1 mi · 1 min · Lurleen B Wallace Boulevard

Use the straight / left / right lanes.

Continue on I 359; AL 69

0.3 mi · 24 sec · I 359; AL 69

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 359; US 11; AL 69

1.7 mi · 1 min · I 359; US 11; AL 69

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 18 sec

Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 38 sec

Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 20; I 59

26 mi · 27 min · I 20; I 59

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 28 sec

Toward Union Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn left onto CR 208

1.3 mi · 3 min · M L King Highway

Merge onto US 11; US 43

4.6 mi · 6 min · US 11; US 43

Turn left onto 1st Avenue

0.1 mi · 27 sec · 1st Avenue

Merge onto US 43; AL 14

0.3 mi · 33 sec · Greensboro Street

Turn slight right onto US 43

24 mi · 34 min · Demopolis Highway

Turn left onto US 43

0.1 mi · 13 sec · East Capitol Street

Turn right onto US 43

1.0 mi · 1 min · North Cedar Avenue

Turn left onto US 43; US 80

1.0 mi · 1 min · US 43; US 80

Turn right onto US 43

17 mi · 19 min · US 43

Turn right onto US 43

107 mi · 2 hr 2 min · US 43

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min

Merge onto I 65

9.2 mi · 10 min · I 65

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

To keep your energy high, factor in at least one scheduled stop during your 5 hour and 50 minute drive. Since the route is heavily weighted toward highways, try to depart early in the morning to avoid peak traffic congestion on the busier interstate sections. Keep your $43 fuel budget in mind when planning your refueling intervals, especially before hitting the longest 153.3-mile stretch on US 43. Because this is a single-day trip, having the flexibility to adjust your departure time gives you a distinct advantage in managing fatigue. Always double-check your tire pressure before leaving Double Springs, as the sustained highway speeds will demand a reliable vehicle performance for the duration of the trip.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

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

The halfway point lands around 139.2 miles from Double Springs, AL, or about 3h 10m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 153.3 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 53m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 139.2 miles or 3h 10m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 52m

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 Double Springs, 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 Double Springs, AL

This is one driving day of about 278.4 miles and 5h 50m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Double Springs, 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 US 43 for about 153.3 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 139.2 mi from Double Springs, AL · 3h 10m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Butler, AL

139 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.

Popular next leg

Butler, AL to Mobile, AL

110.8 mi · 2h 6m

Pacing Suggestions

Cordova, AL

Fuel and coffee

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

Butler, AL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 139.2 miles from Double Springs, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 43 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 153.3 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

$42.56 one way

$85.12 round trip

$3.88/gal 25.4 MPG avg 97 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.26	$46.68	$93.36
premium	$4.61	$50.53	$101.06
diesel	$5.64	$61.85	$123.70

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$43

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$68–$93

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 97.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	83.5	1	$29.23	$13.36
Efficient EV	69.6	0	$24.36	$11.14
EV Truck/SUV	111.4	1	$38.98	$17.82

Gas CO2

97 kg

EV CO2

33 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.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Double Springs, AL

Afternoon in Double Springs on Sunday

Local time

4:56 PM

CDT

Current temp

84°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Mobile, AL

Afternoon in Mobile on Sunday

Local time

4:56 PM

CDT

Current temp

82°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

86°F

Butler, AL

139 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

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

2 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

5h 50m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Double Springs, AL to Mobile, AL covers 278.4 miles and takes about 5h 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are US 43, AL 13, I 20. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 139.2 miles from Double Springs, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $42.56 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

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 Double Springs, AL to Mobile, AL, road signs begin pointing toward Union along the way.

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Trip from Double Springs, 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

Double Springs, AL

Mobile, AL

Same local time

2 degrees cooler at arrival

5h 50m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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