Origin
Mobile, AL
Afternoon in Mobile on Sunday
Local time
4:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mobile, AL to Morris, AL
Drive Time
5h 1m
Distance
273.4 mi
440 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$42
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 48m
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6 AM
5h 2m
8 AM
5h 29m
10 AM
5h 11m
12 PM
5h 9m
3 PM
5h 13m
5 PM
5h 27m
8 PM
4h 54m
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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Morris, AL
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Mobile to Morris covers 273.4 miles through the heart of Alabama, typically taking about 5 hours and 1 minute of pure driving time. Because this journey is entirely contained within the Southeast, you will notice a consistent regional feel as you head north. It is perfectly manageable as a one-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. Budgeting around $42 for fuel should cover your needs for the trip. Since the drive is straightforward and efficient, you can easily plan this as a direct transit rather than a multi-day excursion.
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
136.7 miles from Mobile, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 30m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highly efficient commute, as 99% of this route takes place on highways. You will spend the vast majority of your time on I-65, which accounts for a massive 264.9-mile stretch of the journey. While you will utilize US 31 and I-165 briefly, the experience is defined by the steady, fast-paced nature of the interstate system. This is a highway-focused drive, so prepare for a consistent, straightforward experience behind the wheel rather than a winding or technical backroads tour. The road remains predictable throughout, making it a reliable choice for those looking to cover ground quickly.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 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 264.9 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.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 5h 1m drive. You will face about 10 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 5.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 5.6 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North Royal Street
Turn left onto North Royal Street
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
5.6 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
I 65
Merge onto I 65
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
270.6 mi into trip
|
~4h 56m in
Take the exit toward AL 3: Morris
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 275
Toward AL 3: Morris
5
273.4 mi into trip
|
~5h 1m in
|
Stouts Road
Turn left onto Stouts Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 264.9 mi | 4h 48m |
| I 165 | 4.5 mi | 5m |
| US 31 | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Morris Majestic Road | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| North Royal Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Mary Buckelew Parkway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Water Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Telegraph Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 264.9 mi, about 4h 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mobile, AL and Morris, 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
265 mi
·
4 hr 48 min
·
I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 275
Toward AL 3: Morris
11
Turn right onto Mary Buckelew Parkway
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Mary Buckelew Parkway
12
At end of road, turn left onto US 31
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
US 31
13
Turn right onto Morris Majestic Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Morris Majestic Road
14
Turn left onto Stouts Road
80 ft
·
3 sec
·
Stouts Road
15
Arrive at destination
Stouts Road
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 5-hour drive, try to depart early in the morning to avoid peak traffic congestion near major hubs. Given the length of the trip, planning for at least one dedicated stop will help you stay alert and comfortable throughout the journey. Since you will spend nearly the entire drive on I-65, keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during the long 264.9-mile interstate stretch to ensure you don't run low between service exits. Being able to complete the trip in a single day provides plenty of flexibility, so don't feel pressured to rush through your rest breaks. Using that single planned stop effectively will make the drive feel much shorter and more manageable.
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 136.7 miles from Mobile, AL, or about 2h 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 264.9 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 136.7 miles or 2h 30m 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 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Morris, 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.
+
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 273.4 miles and 5h 1m.
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 I 65 for about 264.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 136.7 mi from Mobile, AL · 2h 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
137 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 136.7 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 264.9 miles.
Arriving in Morris, AL
The final approach into Morris, 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 Morris, 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
$41.80 one way
$83.59 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
96 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $45.84 | $91.69 |
| premium | $4.61 | $49.62 | $99.24 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $60.74 | $121.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$42
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$67–$92
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 95.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 82 | 1 | $28.71 | $13.12 |
| Efficient EV | 68.4 | 0 | $23.92 | $10.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 109.4 | 1 | $38.28 | $17.50 |
Gas CO2
96 kg
EV CO2
32 kg (67% 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.
Destination
Morris, AL
Afternoon in Morris on Sunday
Local time
4:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
86°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
4 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 1m 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 Morris, AL covers 273.4 miles and takes about 5h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 65, I 165, US 31. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 136.7 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 $41.80 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 straightforward 5h 1m drive. You will face about 10 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 5.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 5.6 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Mobile, AL to Morris, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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