Traveling from Eufaula to Mobile covers 247.4 miles and typically takes about 4 hours and 53 minutes. Because this is a highway-focused drive, you can easily complete the journey in a single day, making it an efficient way to cross the Southeast corner of Alabama. You should budget approximately $38 for fuel to make the trip comfortably. While the route is straightforward, the transition from the interior Southeast to the Gulf region keeps the drive engaging. Whether you are traveling for business or a change of scenery, this route offers a reliable path between two distinct Alabama hubs.
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
123.7 miles from Eufaula, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 37m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
157.5 mi
2h 49m
US 431
37.1 mi
44m
North Oates Street
19.9 mi
28m
FL 273
14.5 mi
20m
South Eufaula Avenue
13 mi
18m
Main Street
3 mi
6m
Bankhead Tunnel
0.6 mi
1m
South Conception Street
0.3 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 157.5 mi, about 2h 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eufaula, AL and Mobile, AL.
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Start on US 431
40 ft·1 sec·South Eufaula Avenue
2
Continue on US 431
13 mi·18 min·South Eufaula Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
3
Continue on US 431
3.4 mi·3 min·US 431
4
Continue on US 431
1.9 mi·2 min·US 431
5
Continue on US 431
2.2 mi·2 min·US 431
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Continue on US 431
3.2 mi·3 min·US 431
7
Continue on US 431
17 mi·19 min·US 431
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on US 431; AL 134
9.2 mi·12 min·US 431; AL 134
Use the straight lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork
157 ft·7 sec
Use the left lane.
10
Turn left onto US 231 Business
208 ft·4 sec·Montgomery Highway
11
Continue on US 231 Business
20 mi·28 min·North Oates Street
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on US 231
400 ft·10 sec·US 231
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Turn right onto FL 273
15 mi·20 min·FL 273
14
Turn left onto FL 77
3.0 mi·6 min·Main Street
15
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 10 West: Pensacola
16
Merge onto I 10
157 mi·2 hr 49 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.4 mi·42 sec
Toward US 90, US 98: Government Street
18
Keep slight left at fork
183 ft·5 sec
19
Continue on US 98
385 ft·12 sec·US 98
20
Continue on US 98
0.6 mi·1 min·Bankhead Tunnel
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Continue on US 98
0.1 mi·14 sec·Government Street
22
Turn right onto South Conception Street
0.3 mi·1 min·South Conception Street
23
Turn right onto Saint Louis Street
336 ft·11 sec·Saint Louis Street
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Arrive at destination
Saint Louis Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a roughly five-hour trek, plan for at least one dedicated stop to break up the long I-10 stretch. Aim to depart early in the morning to avoid peak traffic congestion near Mobile and to ensure you arrive with plenty of daylight. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during the 157.5-mile interstate segment, as service plazas can be spaced out. Because the route is compact enough for a single-day commitment, you have the flexibility to leave whenever suits your schedule best. Use the US 431 portion of your drive to get comfortable behind the wheel before merging onto the faster, busier interstate lanes.
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 123.7 miles from Eufaula, AL, or about 2h 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 157.5 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 54 miles or 1h 8m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 123.7 miles or 2h 37m 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 2m
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 Eufaula, 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 Eufaula, AL
This is one driving day of about 247.4 miles and 4h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 54 miles from Eufaula, 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 10 for about 157.5 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 50.2 and 246.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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50.2 mi into trip|~1h 3m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
84.8 mi into trip|~1h 52m in|FL 77 / Main Street
Turn left onto FL 77 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
88.3 mi into trip|~1h 59m in|I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
245.8 mi into trip|~4h 49m in
Take the exit toward US 90, US 98: Government Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 90, US 98: Government Street
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246.2 mi into trip|~4h 49m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$37.36 one way
$74.73 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg87 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$41.02
$82.03
premium
$4.56
$44.41
$88.81
diesel
$5.61
$54.62
$109.25
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$37
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 86.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
74.2
0
$25.98
$11.88
Efficient EV
61.9
0
$21.65
$9.90
EV Truck/SUV
99
1
$34.64
$15.83
Gas CO2
87 kg
EV CO2
29 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.
Forecast as of Apr 14, 2026
Origin
Eufaula, AL
Late night
in Eufaula on Sunday
Local time
2:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Mobile, AL
Late night
in Mobile on Sunday
Local time
2:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Mostly Clear then Areas Of Fog
S 0 to 10 mph0% chanceLive 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
18 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 53m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a trip dominated by high-speed travel, as 85% of your time will be spent on highways like US 431 and I-10. The road feels quite varied, transitioning from local stretches like North Oates Street into the major interstate corridors. You will face a significant, long-haul segment of 157.5 miles on I-10, which requires steady focus and endurance. The personality of the drive shifts from regional roadways to a more industrial and fast-paced interstate environment as you approach the coast. Prepare for a consistent, highway-heavy experience that favors speed over winding secondary roads.
85% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 157.5 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and US 431. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 50.2 miles in.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 247.4 miles you will encounter 9 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 50.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 84.8 miles (FL 77 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 88.3 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 53m. Total distance: 247.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 157.5 miles on I 10. 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.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Mobile, AL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 50.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 84.8 miles (FL 77 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 88.3 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Mobile, AL, but most travelers stay overnight.
