Origin
Oxford, AL
Evening in Oxford on Wednesday
Local time
8:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Oxford, AL to Mobile, AL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
5h 12m
Distance
275.4 mi
443 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$42
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 59m
★
6 AM
5h 13m
8 AM
5h 40m
10 AM
5h 22m
12 PM
5h 19m
3 PM
5h 23m
5 PM
5h 38m
8 PM
5h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oxford, AL
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Mobile, AL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Oxford, AL to Mobile, AL covers 275.4 miles and takes about 5h 12m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 65, AL 21, Northern Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 162.4 miles on I 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $41.59 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
137.7 miles from Oxford, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 42m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 5h 12m highway drive covering 275.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 65 and AL 21. The longest continuous stretch is about 162.4 miles on I 65.
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.
I 65 is the longest continuous segment at about 162.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and AL 21. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near AL 21 / Quintard Drive.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 275.4 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (AL 21 / Quintard Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 100.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 106.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.4 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
AL 21 / Quintard Drive
Turn right onto AL 21 / Quintard Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
100.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 59m in
Take the exit toward Birmingham, Mobile
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward Birmingham, Mobile
5
106.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 8m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I-65 South: Mobile
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I-65 South: Mobile
4
269.8 mi into trip
|
~5h 4m in
Take the exit toward I 165: Mobile
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 165: Mobile
4
275.1 mi into trip
|
~5h 11m in
|
Saint Joseph Street
Turn right onto Saint Joseph Street
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 Oxford, AL to Mobile, AL, road signs begin pointing toward Birmingham along the way.
Birmingham
100.4 mi in
|
~1h 59m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 162.4 mi | 2h 55m |
| AL 21 | 99 mi | 1h 56m |
| Northern Boulevard | 6.3 mi | 8m |
| I 165 | 4.7 mi | 5m |
| Quintard Drive | 1 mi | 1m |
| Snow Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Saint Joseph Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Saint Louis Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 162.4 mi, about 2h 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oxford, AL and Mobile, AL.
1
Start on Snow Street
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
·
Snow Street
2
Turn right onto AL 21
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Quintard Drive
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Continue on AL 21
392 ft
·
8 sec
·
AL 21
4
Continue on AL 21
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
AL 21
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
Continue on AL 21
98 mi
·
1 hr 54 min
·
AL 21
Use the straight lane.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Toward Birmingham, Mobile
Use the right lane.
7
Merge onto AL 152
6.3 mi
·
8 min
·
Northern Boulevard
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I-65 South: Mobile
9
Merge onto I 65; US 82
162 mi
·
2 hr 55 min
·
I 65; US 82
10
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 165: Mobile
11
Continue on I 165
4.7 mi
·
5 min
·
I 165
12
Turn right onto Saint Joseph Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Saint Joseph Street
13
Turn right onto Saint Louis Street
40 ft
·
1 sec
·
Saint Louis Street
14
Arrive at destination
Saint Louis Street
Trip Plan
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 137.7 miles from Oxford, AL, or about 2h 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 162.4 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 61 miles or 1h 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 137.7 miles or 2h 42m 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 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mobile, AL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Oxford, 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 Oxford, AL
This is one driving day of about 275.4 miles and 5h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 61 miles from Oxford, 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 162.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 137.7 mi from Oxford, AL · 2h 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
138 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 61 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 137.7 miles from Oxford, 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 162.4 miles.
Arriving in Mobile, AL
The final approach into Mobile, 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 Mobile, 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
$41.59 one way
$83.18 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
96 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $45.66 | $91.32 |
| premium | $4.56 | $49.43 | $98.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $60.80 | $121.61 |
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: 96.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 82.6 | 1 | $28.92 | $13.22 |
| Efficient EV | 68.9 | 0 | $24.10 | $11.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 110.2 | 1 | $38.56 | $17.63 |
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
Mobile, AL
Evening in Mobile on Wednesday
Local time
8:06 PM
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
3 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 12m 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 Oxford, AL to Mobile, AL covers 275.4 miles and takes about 5h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 65, AL 21, Northern Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 137.7 miles from Oxford, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $41.59 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 275.4 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (AL 21 / Quintard Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 100.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 106.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
On the drive from Oxford, AL to Mobile, AL, road signs begin pointing toward Birmingham along the way.
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