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Trip from Jasper, AL to Mobile, AL

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

5h 25m

Distance

295.8 mi

476 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$45

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

11 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
5h 12m ★
6 AM
5h 26m
8 AM
5h 52m
10 AM
5h 35m
12 PM
5h 32m
3 PM
5h 36m
5 PM
5h 51m
8 PM
5h 18m

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

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city in Walker County, Alabama, United States

Jasper, AL

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Mobile, AL

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Trip Overview

This 295.8-mile drive from Jasper, AL to Mobile, AL takes approximately 5 hours and 25 minutes, making it a feasible single-day trip. You'll primarily be on I-65, with portions of I-22 and I-165. The journey is almost entirely highway driving at 99%, so expect a focused, efficient travel experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $45, this route is budget-friendly for a single driver. Both Jasper and Mobile are located in the Southeast region of the US, so you'll remain within Alabama for the entirety of your travels. This is a straightforward drive, perfect for getting from point A to point B efficiently.

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

147.9 miles from Jasper, AL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 42m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 25m. Total distance: 295.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (99%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

Expect a highway-focused drive for 99% of this 295.8-mile route. The majority of your time will be spent on I-65, which includes a significant uninterrupted stretch of 254.1 miles. This means you'll experience consistent speeds and a predictable road surface for most of the journey. While primarily interstate, the transition onto I-22 and then I-165 as you approach Mobile will offer slight variations. The character is largely about efficient travel, minimizing distractions and maximizing forward progress on well-maintained highways.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 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 254.1 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and I 22. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near AL 269.

Driving Effort 5/10

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

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 295.8 miles you will encounter 9 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 0.4 miles (AL 269): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.5 miles (I 22; US 78): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 9 key points

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

5
0.4 mi into trip | ~1m in | AL 269

Turn left onto AL 269

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
4
2.1 mi into trip | ~3m in

Take the ramp

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
5
2.5 mi into trip | ~4m in | I 22; US 78

Merge onto I 22; US 78

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
35.6 mi into trip | ~40m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 65 South: Birmingham

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward I 65 South: Birmingham
5
36.1 mi into trip | ~40m in | I 65

Merge onto I 65

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 65 254.1 mi 4h 37m
I 22 33.1 mi 35m
I 165 4.7 mi 5m
AL 269 1.8 mi 2m
Saint Joseph Street 0.4 mi 1m
20th Street West 0.4 mi <1m
3rd Avenue <0.1 mi <1m
Saint Louis Street <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 65 — 254.1 mi, about 4h 37m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on 3rd Avenue

41 ft · 6 sec · 3rd Avenue
2

Turn left onto 20th Street West

0.4 mi · 56 sec · 20th Street West
3

Turn left onto AL 269

1.8 mi · 2 min · AL 269
Use the straight lane.
4

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 44 sec
Use the right lane.
5

Merge onto I 22; US 78

33 mi · 35 min · I 22; US 78
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Keep slight right at fork

0.5 mi · 38 sec
Toward I 65 South: Birmingham Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
7

Merge onto I 65

254 mi · 4 hr 37 min · I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 41 sec
Toward I 165: Mobile
9

Continue on I 165

4.7 mi · 5 min · I 165
10

Turn right onto Saint Joseph Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · Saint Joseph Street
11

Turn right onto Saint Louis Street

40 ft · 1 sec · Saint Louis Street
12

Arrive at destination

Saint Louis Street

Trip Plan

Given the 5-hour and 25-minute duration, this trip from Jasper to Mobile is best tackled in a single day. Aim to depart in the morning to take advantage of daylight and allow for one planned stop. The longest stretch without a significant change in major roads is 254.1 miles on I-65, so plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly before you hit that long segment. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach the middle of that 254.1-mile stretch, as services can be more spaced out on interstates. The $45 fuel cost is an estimate, so it's wise to have a little extra buffer.

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 147.9 miles from Jasper, AL, or about 2h 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 254.1 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 65 miles or 1h 12m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 147.9 miles or 2h 42m 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 25m

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 Jasper, 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 Jasper, AL

This is one driving day of about 295.8 miles and 5h 25m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 65 miles from Jasper, 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 254.1 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 147.9 mi from Jasper, AL · 2h 42m into the drive

city in Autauga and Elmore counties, Alabama, United States of America

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Millbrook, AL

148 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

Hoover, AL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 65 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Prattville, AL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 147.9 miles from Jasper, 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 254.1 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument

Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument

National Monument

In 1963, images of snarling police dogs unleashed against non-violent protesters and of children being sprayed with high-pressure hoses appeared in print and television news around the world. These dr...

1 mi from route ~2 min detour Free near mile 40.8
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$44.67 one way

$89.35 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 104 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.21 $49.04 $98.08
premium $4.56 $53.09 $106.19
diesel $5.61 $65.31 $130.62

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$45

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$70–$95

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 103.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

11 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

ChargePoint Charging Station

Mobile, Alabama

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

Clanton, Alabama

Other

1 DCFC

Tesla Supercharger

Alabaster, Alabama

Tesla

1 DCFC

FLO Charging Station

Greenville, Alabama

FLO

1 DCFC

Downtown Montgomery EV Charger

Montgomery, Alabama

Other

1 DCFC

Tesla Supercharger

Greenville, Alabama

Tesla

1 DCFC

Electrify America Charging Station

Greenville, Alabama

Electrify America

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Montgomery, Alabama

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

ChargePoint: 3 Other: 2 Tesla: 2 Electrify America: 2 FLO: 1 Blink: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 88.7 1 $31.06 $14.20
Efficient EV 74 0 $25.88 $11.83
EV Truck/SUV 118.3 1 $41.41 $18.93

Gas CO2

103 kg

EV CO2

35 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 as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Jasper, AL

Afternoon in Jasper on Thursday

Local time

4:39 PM

CDT

Current temp

78°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Mobile, AL

Afternoon in Mobile on Thursday

Local time

4:39 PM

CDT

Current temp

80°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

2 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

5h 25m 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 Jasper, AL to Mobile, AL covers 295.8 miles and takes about 5h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 65, I 22, I 165. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 147.9 miles from Jasper, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $44.67 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 295.8 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (AL 269): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.5 miles (I 22; US 78): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Jasper, AL to Mobile, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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