Origin
Hackleburg, AL
Afternoon in Hackleburg on Sunday
Local time
4:18 PM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hackleburg, AL to Mobile, AL
Drive Time
6h 7m
Distance
299 mi
481 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$46
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 54m
★
6 AM
6h 7m
8 AM
6h 33m
10 AM
6h 16m
12 PM
6h 14m
3 PM
6h 18m
5 PM
6h 32m
8 PM
6h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hackleburg, AL
Karel Drozda
Mobile, AL
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Hackleburg to Mobile covers 299 miles and typically takes about 6 hours and 7 minutes. This trek is best suited as a single-day trip, allowing you to reach the coast by evening without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via US 45, AL 17, and Military Road, moving through the diverse landscapes of the Southeast. Budgeting approximately $46 for fuel should cover your needs for the duration of the journey. Since the drive is highway-focused, you can expect a steady pace as you traverse the state from north to south. It is a straightforward trip that rewards those who prefer a single, efficient push to their destination.
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
149.5 miles from Hackleburg, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 12m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 86% of this route consists of high-speed travel. You will spend a significant portion of your time on US 45, which includes a longest uninterrupted stretch of 207.1 miles. This segment requires focus as you maintain speed over long distances before transitioning onto other regional roads. Because the route relies heavily on major thoroughfares, the character of the drive is consistent rather than winding or technical. You should prepare for a steady rhythm behind the wheel, making it an ideal path for those who value efficiency and direct travel over stop-and-go local sightseeing.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 36 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 45 is the longest continuous segment at about 207.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 45 and AL 17. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 43; AL 17 / Andrew Jackson Highway.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 299 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 0.1 miles (US 43; AL 17 / Andrew Jackson Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 75.1 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 80.7 miles (US 45): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 43; AL 17 / Andrew Jackson Highway
Turn left onto US 43; AL 17 / Andrew Jackson Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
7
75.1 mi into trip
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~1h 45m in
Enter roundabout toward US 82 West, MS 12 West, MS 50 West: Starkville
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 82 West, MS 12 West, MS 50 West: Star...
7
80.7 mi into trip
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~1h 53m in
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US 45
Keep slight left at fork onto US 45 toward US 45 South: Macon, Meridian
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 45 South: Macon, Meridian
6
159.5 mi into trip
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~3h 23m in
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US 45
Keep slight right at fork onto US 45
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
236 mi into trip
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~4h 52m in
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US 45
Keep slight left at fork onto US 45
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Hackleburg, AL to Mobile, AL, road signs begin pointing toward Meridian along the way.
Meridian
80.5 mi in
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~1h 52m
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via US 45
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 45 | 207.1 mi | 3h 58m |
| AL 17 | 34.3 mi | 49m |
| Military Road | 16.8 mi | 25m |
| Andrew Jackson Highway | 14 mi | 16m |
| 3rd Avenue Southwest | 9.8 mi | 14m |
| US 82 | 5.1 mi | 5m |
| I 165 | 4.7 mi | 5m |
| I 65 | 2.7 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
US 45
— 207.1 mi, about 3h 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hackleburg, AL and Mobile, AL.
1
Start on AL 172
404 ft
·
14 sec
·
Cedar Tree Street
2
Turn left onto US 43; AL 17
14 mi
·
16 min
·
Andrew Jackson Highway
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
3
Turn right onto AL 17
34 mi
·
49 min
·
AL 17
Use the left / straight / slight right lanes.
4
Turn right onto AL 18
9.8 mi
·
14 min
·
3rd Avenue Southwest
5
Continue on MS 12
12 mi
·
17 min
·
Military Road
6
Continue on Military Road
4.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Military Road
7
Continue on Military Road
212 ft
·
4 sec
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Military Road
8
Enter roundabout
26 ft
·
0 sec
Toward US 82 West, MS 12 West, MS 50 West: Starkville
9
Continue
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward US 82 West, MS 12 West, MS 50 West: Starkville
10
Merge onto US 82; MS 12; MS 50
5.1 mi
·
5 min
·
US 82; MS 12; MS 50
11
Take the exit onto US 45
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
US 45
Toward US 45 South: Macon, Meridian
12
Keep slight left at fork onto US 45
135 ft
·
7 sec
·
US 45
Toward US 45 South: Macon, Meridian
13
Turn left onto US 45
15 mi
·
16 min
·
US 45
Use the left / straight lanes.
14
Continue on US 45
64 mi
·
1 hr 13 min
·
US 45
Use the none lane.
15
Keep slight right at fork onto US 45
19 mi
·
21 min
·
US 45
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Continue on US 45
0.7 mi
·
46 sec
·
US 45
Use the straight lane.
17
Continue on US 45
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
US 45
Use the straight lane.
18
Continue on US 45
5.4 mi
·
6 min
·
US 45
Use the straight lane.
19
Continue on US 45
5.5 mi
·
6 min
·
US 45
Use the straight lane.
20
Continue on US 45
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
US 45
Use the straight lane.
21
Continue on US 45
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
US 45
Use the straight lane.
22
Continue on US 45
3.9 mi
·
4 min
·
US 45
Use the straight lane.
23
Continue on US 45
9.8 mi
·
11 min
·
US 45
Use the straight lane.
24
Continue on US 45
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
US 45
Use the straight lane.
25
Continue on US 45
4.9 mi
·
5 min
·
US 45
Use the straight lane.
26
Continue on US 45
17 mi
·
20 min
·
US 45
Use the straight lane.
27
Keep slight left at fork onto US 45
52 mi
·
58 min
·
US 45
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
29
Merge onto AL 158
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Industrial Parkway
Use the none lane.
30
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Toward I 65 South: Mobile
31
Merge onto I 65
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
I 65
Use the right lane.
32
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 165: Mobile
33
Continue on I 165
4.7 mi
·
5 min
·
I 165
34
Turn right onto Saint Joseph Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Saint Joseph Street
35
Turn right onto Saint Louis Street
40 ft
·
1 sec
·
Saint Louis Street
36
Arrive at destination
Saint Louis Street
Trip Plan
To keep your drive smooth, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refresh during the 6-hour journey. Leaving early in the morning is your best bet to beat potential traffic and ensure you arrive in Mobile with daylight to spare. Since you are facing a long stretch of over 200 miles on US 45, check your fuel levels before merging onto that section to avoid unnecessary detours. Keep your $46 fuel budget in mind, but always pad that estimate slightly for fluctuating pump prices along the way. Flexibility is your biggest advantage here, so monitor your energy levels and don't hesitate to pull over if you find yourself needing a break before your planned stop.
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 149.5 miles from Hackleburg, AL, or about 3h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 207.1 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 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 149.5 miles or 3h 12m 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 2m
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 Hackleburg, 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 Hackleburg, AL
This is one driving day of about 299 miles and 6h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hackleburg, 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 45 for about 207.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 149.5 mi from Hackleburg, AL · 3h 12m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
150 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 149.5 miles from Hackleburg, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 45 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 207.1 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
$45.71 one way
$91.42 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
105 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $50.14 | $100.27 |
| premium | $4.61 | $54.27 | $108.53 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $66.43 | $132.85 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$46
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$71–$96
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 104.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 89.7 | 1 | $31.40 | $14.35 |
| Efficient EV | 74.8 | 0 | $26.16 | $11.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 119.6 | 1 | $41.86 | $19.14 |
Gas CO2
105 kg
EV CO2
35 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.
Destination
Mobile, AL
Afternoon in Mobile on Sunday
Local time
4:18 PM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
86°F
Butler, AL
150 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
1 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 7m 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 Hackleburg, AL to Mobile, AL covers 299 miles and takes about 6h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 45, AL 17, Military Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 149.5 miles from Hackleburg, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $45.71 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 299 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 43; AL 17 / Andrew Jackson Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 75.1 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 80.7 miles (US 45): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Hackleburg, AL to Mobile, AL, road signs begin pointing toward Meridian along the way.
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