If you are planning a trip from Andalusia to Mobile, you can expect a straightforward journey covering 123.3 miles. The drive typically takes about 2 hours and 21 minutes, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. You should budget approximately $19 for fuel to complete this trip comfortably. Since both cities are located within the Southeast region of Alabama, the transition between them is seamless and familiar. Because of the manageable duration, there is no need to split this into an overnight stay, allowing you to reach your destination quickly without exhausting yourself on the road.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
61.6 miles from Andalusia, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 13m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 65
82.8 mi
1h 28m
River Falls Street
26.5 mi
34m
US 31
6.9 mi
8m
I 165
4.7 mi
5m
US 84
0.9 mi
<1m
Saint Joseph Street
0.4 mi
1m
Church Street
0.3 mi
<1m
River Falls Road
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 82.8 mi, about 1h 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Andalusia, AL and Mobile, AL.
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Start on Court Square
188 ft·5 sec·Court Square
2
Continue on Church Street
0.3 mi·30 sec·Church Street
3
Turn right onto River Falls Street
0.4 mi·1 min·River Falls Street
4
Continue on River Falls Road
0.1 mi·15 sec·River Falls Road
5
Continue on River Falls Street
0.3 mi·49 sec·River Falls Street
6
Continue on US 29; AL 55
0.1 mi·20 sec·River Falls Street
7
Continue on US 84; AL 55
26 mi·32 min·River Falls Street
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on US 31; US 84
6.9 mi·8 min·US 31; US 84
9
Turn right onto US 84
0.9 mi·58 sec·US 84
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi·23 sec
11
Merge onto I 65
83 mi·1 hr 28 min·I 65
12
Take the exit
0.6 mi·41 sec
Toward I 165: Mobile
13
Continue on I 165
4.7 mi·5 min·I 165
14
Turn right onto Saint Joseph Street
0.4 mi·1 min·Saint Joseph Street
15
Turn right onto Saint Louis Street
40 ft·1 sec·Saint Louis Street
16
Arrive at destination
Saint Louis Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of this drive, aim to depart during off-peak hours to avoid potential congestion as you approach the Mobile area. Since the entire route is under three hours, you have the flexibility to drive straight through without needing a formal overnight stop. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge when leaving Andalusia, as the $19 estimated cost can fluctuate depending on your vehicle's efficiency and local price variance. Given that the majority of your time is spent on I-65, utilize cruise control on that 82.8-mile stretch to maintain a steady pace and reduce driver fatigue. Planning your arrival for mid-afternoon will help you navigate the final leg of the trip with ease.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 61.6 miles from Andalusia, AL, or about 1h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 82.8 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 27 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61.6 miles or 1h 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 56m
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 Andalusia, 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 Andalusia, AL
This is one driving day of about 123.3 miles and 2h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Andalusia, AL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 65 for about 82.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 123.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.3 mi into trip|~0m in|River Falls Street
Turn right onto River Falls Street
Navigation decision point
4
34.7 mi into trip|~44m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
4
117.6 mi into trip|~2h 13m in
Take the exit toward I 165: Mobile
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 165: Mobile
4
122.9 mi into trip|~2h 20m in|Saint Joseph Street
Turn right onto Saint Joseph Street
Navigation decision point
4
123.3 mi into trip|~2h 21m in|Saint Louis Street
Turn right onto Saint Louis Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.62 one way
$37.24 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg43 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$20.44
$40.88
premium
$4.56
$22.13
$44.26
diesel
$5.61
$27.22
$54.45
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
37
0
$12.95
$5.92
Efficient EV
30.8
0
$10.79
$4.93
EV Truck/SUV
49.3
0
$17.26
$7.89
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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.
Forecast as of Apr 14, 2026
Origin
Andalusia, AL
Morning
in Andalusia on Tuesday
Local time
7:09 AM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Mobile, AL
Morning
in Mobile on Tuesday
Local time
7:09 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Areas Of Fog
0 mph0% chanceLive 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
61°F
Evergreen, AL
62 mi in
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
24 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
2h 21m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is heavily focused on highway travel, with 77% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will navigate a mix of local roads like River Falls Street and US 31 before transitioning to the faster pace of I-65. The most significant portion of your drive is an 82.8-mile stretch on I-65, which provides a consistent, high-speed rhythm for the bulk of your journey. Expect the character of the road to shift from quieter local streets to the busier, more industrial flow of the interstate as you head toward the coast.
77% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 82.8 mi on I 65.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and River Falls Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near River Falls Street.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Andalusia, AL to Mobile, AL is easy. At 2h 21m with 77% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (River Falls Street): Navigation decision point; at 34.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 117.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Andalusia is a town of 8,800 people (2020) in the River Heritage portion of Alabama. This county seat in the southern fringe of the state was settled by white people back in 1841.
Top landmarks
•Covington County Courthouse and Jail — historic district in Alabama, United States
•Three Notch Museum — museum and historic train station in Andalusia, Alabama
•First National Bank Building — buliding in Andalusia, US
For issues specific to mobile phones and smartphone usage, see Mobile phones.
Mobile is a city in the state of Alabama in the South of the United States of America with almost a half million people in the metro area.
Mobile is a historic, diverse port city with a strong southern culture and heritage. The original capital of French Louisiana, Mobile is home to the oldest Mardi Gras celebration in the United States.
The longest stretch is about 82.8 miles on I 65. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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: at 0.3 miles (River Falls Street): Navigation decision point; at 34.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 117.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Mobile, AL before heading back.
