Origin
Mobile, AL
Late night in Mobile on Wednesday
Local time
12:32 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Mobile, AL to Florala, AL
Data updated 4 hours ago
Drive Time
2h 31m
Distance
125.1 mi
201 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 21m
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6 AM
2h 31m
8 AM
2h 51m
10 AM
2h 38m
12 PM
2h 36m
3 PM
2h 39m
5 PM
2h 50m
8 PM
2h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mobile, AL
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Florala, AL
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 125.1-mile drive from Mobile to Florala, Alabama, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 31 minutes. The route primarily utilizes Jubilee Parkway and State Highway 85, with 78% of the journey on highways, making it a convenient option for those looking for an efficient journey within the Southeast region. With an estimated fuel cost of around $19, this drive offers a budget-friendly way to travel. You'll encounter just one recommended stop along the way, and the majority of the drive is on well-maintained roads. This route is ideal for a quick getaway or a practical commute.
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
62.5 miles from Mobile, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 10m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for most of this 125.1-mile journey. You'll spend a significant 78% of your time on high-speed roads, including a substantial 94.3-mile stretch on Jubilee Parkway. This means a good portion of your drive will be characterized by consistent speed and efficient travel, typical of a highway profile. While the majority is highway, be prepared for the road to transition as you approach your destination, potentially offering a change in scenery and driving pace. This route is designed for making good time.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Jubilee Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 94.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Jubilee Parkway and South Ferdon Boulevard. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near North Joachim Street.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Mobile, AL to Florala, AL is easy. At 2h 31m with 78% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (North Joachim Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (US 98 / Government Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles (I 10 / Jubilee Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North Joachim Street
Turn left onto North Joachim Street
Navigation decision point
3
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 98 / Government Street
Turn left onto US 98 / Government Street
Navigation decision point
5
1.7 mi into trip
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~4m in
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I 10 / Jubilee Parkway
Merge onto I 10 / Jubilee Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
95.9 mi into trip
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~1h 46m in
Take the exit toward SR 85: Crestview, Niceville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Exit 56
Toward SR 85: Crestview, Niceville
3
125 mi into trip
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~2h 30m in
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US 331; SR 55 / 5th Avenue
Turn left onto US 331; SR 55 / 5th Avenue
Navigation decision point
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 Mobile, AL to Florala, AL, road signs begin pointing toward Niceville along the way.
Niceville
95.9 mi in
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~1h 46m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Jubilee Parkway | 94.3 mi | 1h 41m |
| South Ferdon Boulevard | 25.6 mi | 38m |
| State Highway 85 | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| AL 55 | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Bankhead Tunnel | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North Joachim Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Government Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Saint Louis Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Jubilee Parkway
— 94.3 mi, about 1h 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mobile, AL and Florala, AL.
1
Start on Saint Louis Street
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
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Saint Louis Street
2
Turn left onto North Joachim Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
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North Joachim Street
3
Turn left onto US 98
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Government Street
4
Continue on US 98
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Bankhead Tunnel
5
Take the ramp
195 ft
·
4 sec
6
Continue on this road
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
this road
7
Merge onto I 10
94 mi
·
1 hr 41 min
·
Jubilee Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 56
Toward SR 85: Crestview, Niceville
Use the left lane.
9
Turn left onto FL 85
26 mi
·
38 min
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South Ferdon Boulevard
10
Continue on FL 85
2.3 mi
·
3 min
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State Highway 85
11
Continue on AL 55
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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AL 55
12
Turn left onto US 331; SR 55
387 ft
·
9 sec
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5th Avenue
13
Turn slight left onto Wall Street
98 ft
·
4 sec
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Wall Street
14
Arrive at destination
Wall Street
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour and 31-minute duration, this drive is perfect for a day trip, allowing for a flexible departure time. Consider leaving Mobile in the morning to maximize your time in Florala, or depart in the afternoon for an evening arrival. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost of approximately $19, you can easily complete this trip without extensive planning. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach the 94.3-mile mark on Jubilee Parkway, as this is the longest uninterrupted stretch before potential services.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 62.5 miles from Mobile, AL, or about 1h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 94.3 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 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 62.5 miles or 1h 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 1h 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Florala, 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 125.1 miles and 2h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 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 Jubilee Parkway for about 94.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 62.5 mi from Mobile, AL · 1h 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
63 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 62.5 miles from Mobile, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Jubilee Parkway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 94.3 miles.
Arriving in Florala, AL
The final approach into Florala, 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 Florala, AL.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.89 one way
$37.79 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
44 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $20.74 | $41.48 |
| premium | $4.56 | $22.45 | $44.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $27.62 | $55.24 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37.5 | 0 | $13.14 | $6.00 |
| Efficient EV | 31.3 | 0 | $10.95 | $5.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 50 | 0 | $17.51 | $8.01 |
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 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.
Destination
Florala, AL
Late night in Florala on Wednesday
Local time
12:32 AM
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 31m 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 Florala, AL covers 125.1 miles and takes about 2h 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Jubilee Parkway, South Ferdon Boulevard, State Highway 85. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 62.5 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 $18.89 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Mobile, AL to Florala, AL is easy. At 2h 31m with 78% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (North Joachim Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (US 98 / Government Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles (I 10 / Jubilee Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Mobile, AL to Florala, AL, road signs begin pointing toward Niceville along the way.
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