This 313.8-mile drive from Leesburg, AL to Mobile, AL is a substantial undertaking, clocking in at about 6 hours and 5 minutes of pure driving time. Given its length and the fact that it's entirely within Alabama, it's best tackled as a single-day trip, though an early start is advisable to make the most of daylight. The estimated fuel cost is around $47, which is quite reasonable for the distance covered. This route offers a mixed driving experience and primarily utilizes I-65, making it a straightforward journey through the heart of the Southeast region.
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
156.9 miles from Leesburg, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 14m into the drive
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Drive Character
The character of this drive is largely defined by its 53% highway share, with the majority of your time spent on I-65. Expect a longest uninterrupted stretch of 162.4 miles on this interstate, which means extended periods of consistent speed. While the route is described as a 'mixed drive,' the substantial highway component suggests that much of it will feel like a typical interstate experience. As you progress south, the landscape will gradually shift, but the road itself remains primarily a high-speed corridor connecting these two Alabama cities.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 20 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 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Lokey Street.
Route Complexity5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 313.8 miles you will encounter 12 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: near the start (Lokey Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (AL 68 / Industrial Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 23.5 miles (AL 77 / East Grand Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|Lokey Street
Turn left onto Lokey Street
Navigation decision point
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|AL 68 / Industrial Boulevard
Turn right onto AL 68 / Industrial Boulevard
Navigation decision point
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23.5 mi into trip|~29m in|AL 77 / East Grand Avenue
Turn left onto AL 77 / East Grand Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
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138.8 mi into trip|~2h 51m 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
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145.3 mi into trip|~3h in
Keep slight left at fork toward I-65 South: Mobile
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I-65 South: Mobile
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Leesburg, AL to Mobile, AL, road signs begin pointing toward Birmingham along the way.
Birmingham
138.8 mi in|~2h 51m
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
Weiss Lake Boulevard
16.6 mi
18m
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 Leesburg, AL and Mobile, AL.
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Start on this road
67 ft·10 sec·this road
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Turn left onto Lokey Street
156 ft·9 sec·Lokey Street
3
Turn right onto AL 68
0.1 mi·17 sec·Industrial Boulevard
4
Turn right onto US 411
17 mi·18 min·Weiss Lake Boulevard
5
Continue on Ewing Avenue
0.4 mi·27 sec·Ewing Avenue
6
Continue on US 411
2.3 mi·3 min·North Albert Rains Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on US 411
4.0 mi·6 min·Rainbow Drive
Use the straight lane.
8
Turn left onto AL 77
37 mi·52 min·East Grand Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Turn right onto AL 21
23 mi·26 min·Western Bypass
10
Continue on AL 21
1.2 mi·1 min·Rockford Highway
11
Continue on US 231; AL 21
54 mi·1 hr 2 min·Broadway Avenue
Use the straight lane.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi·35 sec
Toward Birmingham, MobileUse the right lane.
13
Merge onto AL 152
6.3 mi·8 min·Northern Boulevard
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I-65 South: Mobile
15
Merge onto I 65; US 82
162 mi·2 hr 55 min·I 65; US 82
16
Take the exit
0.6 mi·41 sec
Toward I 165: Mobile
17
Continue on I 165
4.7 mi·5 min·I 165
18
Turn right onto Saint Joseph Street
0.4 mi·1 min·Saint Joseph Street
19
Turn right onto Saint Louis Street
40 ft·1 sec·Saint Louis Street
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Arrive at destination
Saint Louis Street
Trip Plan
For this 6-hour journey, an early morning departure from Leesburg is your best bet to avoid traffic and maximize daylight for arrival in Mobile. With only one recommended stop, plan it strategically along I-65 to break up the 162.4-mile longest stretch. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during that long interstate segment, as services can be more spread out than you might expect. The $47 fuel cost is a good estimate, but it's always wise to have a buffer. A single day is feasible, but if you prefer a more relaxed pace, consider an overnight stop to break up the drive.
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 156.9 miles from Leesburg, AL, or about 3h 14m 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 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 156.9 miles or 3h 14m 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
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Open the route before leaving Leesburg, 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 Leesburg, AL
This is one driving day of about 313.8 miles and 6h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Leesburg, 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 156.9 mi from Leesburg, AL
· 3h 14m into the drive
The midpoint is around 156.9 miles from Leesburg, 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Freedom Riders National Monument
National Monument
In 1961, a small interracial band of “Freedom Riders” challenged discriminatory laws requiring separation of the races in interstate travel. They were attacked by white segregationists, who firebombed...
10 mi from route
~26 min detour
Free
near mile 43.3
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$47.39 one way
$94.78 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg110 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$52.02
$104.05
premium
$4.56
$56.32
$112.65
diesel
$5.61
$69.28
$138.57
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$47
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$72–$97
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 109.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $33 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
94.1
1
$32.95
$15.06
Efficient EV
78.5
0
$27.46
$12.55
EV Truck/SUV
125.5
1
$43.93
$20.08
Gas CO2
110 kg
EV CO2
37 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 hours ago
Origin
Leesburg, AL
Evening
in Leesburg on Tuesday
Local time
7:12 PM
CDT
Current temp
87°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Mobile, AL
Evening
in Mobile on Tuesday
Local time
7:12 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Sunny
S 10 mph0% chanceLive 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
6 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 5m 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 Leesburg, AL to Mobile, AL covers 313.8 miles and takes about 6h 5m 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 156.9 miles from Leesburg, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $47.39 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 313.8 miles you will encounter 12 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: near the start (Lokey Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (AL 68 / Industrial Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 23.5 miles (AL 77 / East Grand Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Leesburg, AL to Mobile, AL, road signs begin pointing toward Birmingham along the way.
