Origin
Wilsonville, AL
Afternoon in Wilsonville on Saturday
Local time
2:07 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wilsonville, AL to Mobile, AL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 22m
Distance
233.6 mi
376 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$35
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 9m
★
6 AM
4h 22m
8 AM
4h 49m
10 AM
4h 32m
12 PM
4h 29m
3 PM
4h 33m
5 PM
4h 48m
8 PM
4h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wilsonville, AL
Owen Mao
Mobile, AL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Wilsonville, AL to Mobile, AL covers 233.6 miles and takes about 4h 22m 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 145, I 165 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 201.6 miles on I 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $35.28 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
116.8 miles from Wilsonville, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 14m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 201.6 mi | 3h 37m |
| AL 145 | 23.4 mi | 32m |
| I 165 | 4.7 mi | 5m |
| South Main Street | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| Saint Joseph Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| AL 25 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Saint Louis Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 201.6 mi, about 3h 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wilsonville, AL and Mobile, AL.
1
Start on AL 25
79 ft
·
7 sec
·
AL 25
2
Turn left onto CR 61
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
South Main Street
3
Continue on AL 145
23 mi
·
32 min
·
AL 145
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
5
Merge onto I 65
202 mi
·
3 hr 37 min
·
I 65
6
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 165: Mobile
7
Continue on I 165
4.7 mi
·
5 min
·
I 165
8
Turn right onto Saint Joseph Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Saint Joseph Street
9
Turn right onto Saint Louis Street
40 ft
·
1 sec
·
Saint Louis Street
10
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 116.8 miles from Wilsonville, AL, or about 2h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 201.6 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 51 miles or 1h 3m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 116.8 miles or 2h 14m 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 35m
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 Wilsonville, 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 Wilsonville, AL
This is one driving day of about 233.6 miles and 4h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 51 miles from Wilsonville, 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 201.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
117 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 51 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 116.8 miles from Wilsonville, 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 201.6 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 65 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 233.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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CR 61 / South Main Street
Turn left onto CR 61 / South Main Street
Navigation decision point
3
26.1 mi into trip
|
~36m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
4
227.9 mi into trip
|
~4h 14m in
Take the exit toward I 165: Mobile
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 165: Mobile
4
233.2 mi into trip
|
~4h 20m in
|
Saint Joseph Street
Turn right onto Saint Joseph Street
Navigation decision point
4
233.6 mi into trip
|
~4h 22m in
|
Saint Louis Street
Turn right onto Saint Louis Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$35.28 one way
$70.56 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
82 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $38.73 | $77.46 |
| premium | $4.56 | $41.93 | $83.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $51.58 | $103.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 81.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 70.1 | 0 | $24.53 | $11.21 |
| Efficient EV | 58.4 | 0 | $20.44 | $9.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 93.4 | 1 | $32.70 | $14.95 |
Gas CO2
82 kg
EV CO2
27 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
Mobile, AL
Afternoon in Mobile on Saturday
Local time
2:07 PM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Areas Of Fog
0 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Dense Fog Advisory
Dense Fog Advisory issued April 14 at 2:14AM CDT until April 14 at 9:00AM CDT by NWS Mobile AL
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
17 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 22m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument
National Monument
In 1963, images of snarling police dogs unleashed against non-violent protesters and of children being sprayed with high-pressure hoses appeared in print and television news around the world. These dr...
27 mi from route
~68 min detour
Free
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
233.6 mi in 4h 22m, mostly highway — 201.6 mi of that is on I 65.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 201.6 mi on I 65.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and AL 145. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CR 61 / South Main Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 22m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CR 61 / South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 26.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 227.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 22m. Total distance: 233.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 201.6 miles on I 65. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CR 61 / South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 26.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 227.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes — Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Mobile, AL, but most travelers stay overnight.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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