Origin
Mobile, AL
Morning in Mobile on Saturday
Local time
11:38 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Mobile, AL to Goodwater, AL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 24m
Distance
225.3 mi
363 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$34
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 11m
★
6 AM
4h 24m
8 AM
4h 51m
10 AM
4h 34m
12 PM
4h 31m
3 PM
4h 35m
5 PM
4h 50m
8 PM
4h 16m
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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Trip Overview
Mobile, AL to Goodwater, AL is 225.3 miles and takes about 4h 24m via I 65 and State Route 9, with a fuel budget near $34 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Alabama, moving from the Southeast region to the Southeast region. It's primarily a highway-focused drive, meaning you'll spend most of your time on faster roads. Given the relatively short duration and distance, this is a straightforward one-day journey. Consider this route if you're looking for an efficient way to travel between these two points without extensive detours.
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
112.6 miles from Mobile, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 3m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 24m. Total distance: 225.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 87% of the journey on higher-speed roads like I 65. You'll experience a significant uninterrupted stretch of 162.5 miles on I 65, offering a chance to make good time. As you transition to State Route 9 and Central Plank Road, the character of the drive will likely shift from interstate speeds to more local or state highway conditions. Expect a mix that leans heavily towards efficient travel rather than winding scenic byways.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 25 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 162.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and State Route 9. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 225.3 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 5.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 168.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 174.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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
168.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 3m in
Take the exit toward AL 152 East: North Blvd
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 173
Toward AL 152 East: North Blvd
7
174.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 12m in
Take the exit toward US 231 North, AL 21 North: Wetumpka
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 231 North, AL 21 North: Wetumpka
9
174.9 mi into trip
|
~3h 12m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 231 North, AL 21 North: Wetumpka
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward US 231 North, AL 21 North: Wetumpka
5
225.2 mi into trip
|
~4h 24m in
|
Railroad Place
Turn sharp right onto Railroad Place
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 162.5 mi | 2h 55m |
| State Route 9 | 20.7 mi | 30m |
| Central Plank Road | 14.7 mi | 21m |
| US 231 | 8.3 mi | 9m |
| Northern Boulevard | 6.3 mi | 8m |
| I 165 | 4.5 mi | 5m |
| Wetumpka Highway | 3.3 mi | 3m |
| South Main Street | 1.8 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 162.5 mi, about 2h 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mobile, AL and Goodwater, 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
163 mi
·
2 hr 55 min
·
I 65
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 173
Toward AL 152 East: North Blvd
11
Continue on AL 152
6.3 mi
·
8 min
·
Northern Boulevard
Use the left / straight lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward US 231 North, AL 21 North: Wetumpka
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork
133 ft
·
5 sec
Toward US 231 North, AL 21 North: Wetumpka
Use the left lane.
14
Turn left onto Wetumpka Highway
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Wetumpka Highway
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on US 231; AL 21
5.1 mi
·
5 min
·
US 231; AL 21
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Continue on US 231; AL 21
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
US 231; AL 21
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Continue on US 231; AL 21
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
US 231; AL 21
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Turn slight right onto AL 9
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
Central Plank Road
19
Continue on AL 9
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Old Central Plank Road
20
Continue on AL 9
14 mi
·
21 min
·
Central Plank Road
21
Continue on AL 9
13 mi
·
19 min
·
State Route 9
22
Keep slight left at fork onto AL 9
7.5 mi
·
11 min
·
State Route 9
23
Continue on AL 9
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
24
Turn sharp right onto Railroad Place
133 ft
·
5 sec
·
Railroad Place
25
Arrive at destination
Railroad Place
Trip Plan
With a total drive time of around 4 hours and 24 minutes, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. Aim to depart Mobile in the morning to take advantage of daylight and avoid potential afternoon traffic. The fuel cost is estimated at $34, so ensure your tank is full before leaving Mobile, as the longest stretch without a stop opportunity could be substantial. While there's only one recommended stop, you can be flexible with timing your breaks given the manageable distance. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach Goodwater, especially if you plan to drive further upon arrival.
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 112.6 miles from Mobile, AL, or about 2h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 162.5 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 50 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 112.6 miles or 2h 3m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Goodwater, 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 225.3 miles and 4h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 50 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 162.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 112.6 mi from Mobile, AL · 2h 3m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
113 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 50 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 112.6 miles from Mobile, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 65 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 162.5 miles.
Arriving in Goodwater, AL
The final approach into Goodwater, 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 Goodwater, 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
$34.03 one way
$68.05 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
79 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $37.35 | $74.70 |
| premium | $4.56 | $40.44 | $80.88 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $49.74 | $99.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 78.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 67.6 | 0 | $23.66 | $10.81 |
| Efficient EV | 56.3 | 0 | $19.71 | $9.01 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 90.1 | 1 | $31.54 | $14.42 |
Gas CO2
79 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Goodwater, AL
Morning in Goodwater on Saturday
Local time
11:38 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°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
3 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
4h 24m 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 Mobile, AL to Goodwater, AL covers 225.3 miles and takes about 4h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 65, State Route 9, Central Plank 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 112.6 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 $34.03 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 is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 225.3 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 5.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 168.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 174.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Mobile, AL to Goodwater, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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