Trip from Mobile, AL to Coosada, AL

Q: How long is the trip from Mobile, AL to Coosada, AL?

The drive from Mobile, AL to Coosada, AL covers 177.9 miles and takes about 3h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

Q: What are the main roads on this route?

The main roads are I 65, I 165, AL 143. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

Q: Is this a good same-day trip?

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Q: Where should I stop halfway?

The midpoint is about 88.9 miles from Mobile, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

Q: How much does gas cost for this trip?

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.87 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Q: What is the best time to leave?

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.

Q: How many breaks should I plan?

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Q: What towns show up on signs driving from Mobile, AL to Coosada, AL?

The route from Mobile, AL to Coosada, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

3h 20m

Distance

177.9 mi

286 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$27

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

21 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 36 min

4 AM

3h 9m ★

6 AM

3h 21m

8 AM

3h 45m

10 AM

3h 29m

12 PM

3h 27m

3 PM

3h 30m

5 PM

3h 44m

8 PM

3h 14m

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

This 177.9-mile drive from Mobile, AL, to Coosada, AL, is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in a single day, taking approximately 3 hours and 20 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-65 and I-165, with a short section on AL-143, you'll find the route is almost entirely interstate, making for a quick transit. With a fuel cost estimated around $27, this trip is budget-friendly for a day excursion. The drive stays within the Southeast region, offering a consistent feel as you head north. Plan for one recommended stop to break up the nearly 165.2-mile stretch on I-65.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

88.9 miles from Mobile, AL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 37m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 20m. Total distance: 177.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (98%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

Expect a highway-centric experience on this 177.9-mile trip, with 98% of the journey taking place on interstates like I-65 and I-165. The dominant character is one of steady progress, particularly during the longest uninterrupted stretch of 165.2 miles on I-65. While mostly interstate, a brief segment on AL-143 might offer a slight change of pace before reaching your destination. This route is designed for efficient travel, minimizing complexities and maximizing forward momentum. You’ll spend the majority of your time on high-speed, 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 13 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 165.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and I 165. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near North Royal Street.

Driving Effort 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 3h 20m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (North Royal Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Congress Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles: Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 8 key points

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

4

0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | North Royal Street

Turn left onto North Royal Street

Navigation decision point

4

0.3 mi into trip | ~1m in | Congress Street

Turn right onto Congress Street

Navigation decision point

4

0.3 mi into trip | ~1m in

Take the ramp

Navigation decision point

6

5.1 mi into trip | ~7m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 65: Montgomery

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Exit 1B Toward I 65: Montgomery

5

170.9 mi into trip | ~3h 6m in

Take the exit toward AL 143 North: Millbrook, Coosada

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

Toward AL 143 North: Millbrook, Coosada

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 65	165.2 mi	2h 58m
I 165	4.5 mi	5m
AL 143	4.3 mi	7m
Coosada Road	2.3 mi	5m
North Royal Street	0.2 mi	<1m
North Water Street	0.1 mi	<1m
Telegraph Road	<0.1 mi	<1m
Saint Louis Street	<0.1 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: I 65 — 165.2 mi, about 2h 58m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Saint Louis Street

389 ft · 22 sec · Saint Louis Street

2

Turn left onto North Royal Street

0.2 mi · 41 sec · North Royal Street

3

Turn right onto Congress Street

260 ft · 11 sec · Congress Street

4

Take the ramp

411 ft · 12 sec

5

Merge onto North Water Street

0.1 mi · 19 sec · North Water Street

6

Continue on US 90; US 98 Truck

482 ft · 11 sec · Telegraph Road

7

Turn straight onto I 165; US 90; US 98 Truck

4.5 mi · 5 min · I 165; US 90; US 98 Truck

8

Keep slight right at fork

0.5 mi · 33 sec

Exit 1B Toward I 65: Montgomery

9

Merge onto I 65

165 mi · 2 hr 58 min · I 65

10

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 51 sec

Toward AL 143 North: Millbrook, Coosada

11

Turn straight onto AL 143

4.3 mi · 7 min · AL 143

12

Turn right onto Coosada Road

2.3 mi · 5 min · Coosada Road

13

Arrive at destination

Coosada Road

Trip Plan

Given the 3-hour and 20-minute duration, this 177.9-mile route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip. Consider departing Mobile in the morning to avoid potential midday traffic, especially as you merge onto I-65. The longest stretch without a major change in highway is 165.2 miles, so plan your single recommended stop strategically, perhaps around the halfway point of that segment, to refuel and stretch your legs. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $27 estimated cost suggests a need for at least one fill-up along the way, especially if you start with less than a full tank.

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 88.9 miles from Mobile, AL, or about 1h 37m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 165.2 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 39 miles or 43m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 88.9 miles or 1h 37m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 39m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Mobile, 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 Mobile, AL

This is one driving day of about 177.9 miles and 3h 20m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 39 miles from Mobile, 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 165.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 88.9 mi from Mobile, AL · 1h 37m into the drive

city in Monroe County, Alabama, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Monroeville, AL

89 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

Atmore, AL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Monroeville, AL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 88.9 miles from Mobile, 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 165.2 miles.

Arriving in Coosada, AL

The final approach into Coosada, 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 Coosada, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Vintage Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Montgomery, Alabama

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 165.2

Hours: 6 am–3 pm

+13343561944

Visit website

Felix's Fish Camp Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Spanish Fort, Alabama

2.9 mi

China King

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Millbrook, Alabama

2.8 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Exploreum Science Center & PCI Digital Dome Theater

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Mobile, Alabama

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+12512086893

Visit website

Hilltop Public House

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Montgomery, Alabama

2.1 mi

Baristas and Barristers

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Montgomery, Alabama

2.2 mi

Vintage Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 165.2

Montgomery, Alabama

Hours: 6 am–3 pm

+13343561944

Visit website

Felix's Fish Camp Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $20 to $30

Spanish Fort, Alabama

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+12516266710

Visit website

China King

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 177.9

Millbrook, Alabama

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+13342900008

Visit website

Cook Out

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 165.2

Montgomery, Alabama

Hours: 10:30 am–2 pm

+18665470011

Visit website

Logan's Roadhouse

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~12 min detour $20 to $30 mile 177.9

Prattville, Alabama

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+13342859900

Visit website

Exploreum Science Center & PCI Digital Dome Theater

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour

Mobile, Alabama

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+12512086893

Visit website

Hilltop Public House

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 165.2

Montgomery, Alabama

Hours: 6:30 am–12 pm

+13342397752

Visit website

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 165.2

Montgomery, Alabama

Hours: 6:30 am–2 pm

+13349537662

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route

Mobile, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 50.8

Atmore, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 38.1

Bay Minette, Alabama

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+12059177822

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$26.87 one way

$53.73 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 62 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.21	$29.49	$58.99
premium	$4.56	$31.93	$63.86
diesel	$5.61	$39.28	$78.56

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$27

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$52–$77

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 62.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

21 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Southlawn Shopping Center - Tesla Supercharger

Montgomery, AL

Tesla

16 DCFC

Wind Creek Atmore - Tesla Supercharger

Atmore, AL

Tesla

12 DCFC

Piggly Wiggly - Tesla Supercharger

Evergreen, AL

Tesla

12 DCFC

Hampton Inn Greenville - Tesla Supercharger

Greenville, AL

Tesla

12 DCFC

Prattville Town Center - Tesla Supercharger

Prattville, AL

Tesla

12 DCFC

The Bel Air Mall - Tesla Supercharger

Mobile, AL

Tesla

8 DCFC

Walmart 1212 (Saraland, AL)

Saraland, AL

Electrify America

4 DCFC

Walmart 1462 (Greenville, AL)

Greenville, AL

Electrify America

4 DCFC

ChargePoint Network: 7 Tesla: 6 Electrify America: 2 FLO: 2 eVgo Network: 1 Blink Network: 1 POWERPUMP: 1 RED_E: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	53.4	$18.68	$8.54
Efficient EV	44.5	$15.57	$7.12
EV Truck/SUV	71.2	$24.91	$11.39

Gas CO2

62 kg

EV CO2

21 kg (66% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

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

Mobile, AL

Evening in Mobile on Thursday

Local time

8:44 PM

CDT

Current temp

80°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Coosada, AL

Evening in Coosada on Thursday

Local time

8:44 PM

CDT

Current temp

80°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

79°F

Monroeville, AL

89 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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

3h 20m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Mobile, AL to Coosada, AL covers 177.9 miles and takes about 3h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 65, I 165, AL 143. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 88.9 miles from Mobile, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.87 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

This is a straightforward 3h 20m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (North Royal Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Congress Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles: Navigation decision point.

The route from Mobile, AL to Coosada, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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Trip from Mobile, AL to Coosada, AL

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Who Is This Route For?

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Coosada, AL

Nearby Places

Vintage Cafe

Exploreum Science Center & PCI Digital Dome Theater

Vintage Cafe

Felix's Fish Camp Restaurant

China King

Cook Out

Logan's Roadhouse

Exploreum Science Center & PCI Digital Dome Theater

Hilltop Public House

Baristas and Barristers

Prevail Union | MGM

Good Brew

Elevation Café

Red Tail Cafe

Rickenbacker's Touch & Go Coffee Shop

ChargePoint Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

EVgo Charging Station

Flying J EV Charging Station

Electrify America Charging Station

FLO Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Bienville Square

History Museum of Mobile

Mobile Carnival Museum

Mardi Gras Park

National Maritime Museum of the Gulf

Colonial Fort Condé

Condé-Charlotte Museum

Splinter Hill Bog Preserve

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

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Very similar conditions

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