Origin
Mobile, AL
Morning in Mobile on Thursday
Local time
10:45 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
6h 2m
Distance
332.6 mi
535 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$50
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Collinsville, AL
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The drive from Mobile, AL to Collinsville, AL covers 332.6 miles and takes about 6h 2m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North Royal Street, Congress Street, North Water Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $50.23 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
166.3 miles from Mobile, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 1m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 2m. Total distance: 332.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 2m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Expect a 6h 2m drive with frequent turns across 332.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 2m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Mobile, AL to Collinsville, AL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Royal Street | — | — |
| Congress Street | — | — |
| North Water Street | — | — |
| Telegraph Road | — | — |
| I 65 | — | — |
| I 459 | — | — |
| I 459 North | — | — |
| John M | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Step-by-step road directions between Mobile, AL and Collinsville, AL.
Start on Saint Louis Street
Turn left onto North Royal Street
Turn right onto Congress Street
Take the ramp left
Merge slight right onto North Water Street
Continue on Telegraph Road
Turn straight
Keep slight right to continue on I 65: Montgomery
Merge slight left
Take the exit slight right toward I 459: Atlanta, Gadsden, Tuscaloosa
Keep slight right to continue on I 459 North: Atlanta, Gadsden
Merge slight left onto John M. Harbert III Freeway
Keep slight right to continue on I 59 North: Gadsden
Continue on I-59 North: Gadsden
Merge slight left
Take the exit slight right toward 68: Collinsville, Crossville
Turn right
Continue on West Main Street
Turn left onto 1st Avenue
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 73 miles or 1h 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 166.3 miles or 3h 1m 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 57m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Collinsville, AL than in the middle of the route.
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.
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 332.6 miles and 6h 2m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 166.3 mi from Mobile, AL · 3h 1m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
166 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.
A short stop after about 73 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 166.3 miles from Mobile, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Collinsville, 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 Collinsville, AL.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$50.23 one way
$100.46 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $55.14 | $110.28 |
| premium | $4.56 | $59.70 | $119.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $73.43 | $146.87 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$50
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$75–$100
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 116.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $35 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 99.8 | 1 | $34.92 | $15.96 |
| Efficient EV | 83.2 | 0 | $29.10 | $13.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 133 | 1 | $46.56 | $21.29 |
Gas CO2
116 kg
EV CO2
39 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Mobile on Thursday
Local time
10:45 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Destination
Morning in Collinsville on Thursday
Local time
10:45 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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