Chilton County Rest Area (Southbound)
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Trip from Fyffe, AL to Mobile, AL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 33m
Distance
357.1 mi
575 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$50
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 21m
★
6 AM
6h 34m
8 AM
6h 58m
10 AM
6h 42m
12 PM
6h 40m
3 PM
6h 43m
5 PM
6h 57m
8 PM
6h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fyffe, AL
Yaroslav Shuraev
Mobile, AL
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Fyffe, AL to Mobile, AL is 357.1 miles and takes about 6h 33m via I-59 and I-65, with a fuel budget near $54 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route stays within Alabama, connecting the Appalachian foothills to the Gulf Coast. Given its mostly highway profile and single-day duration, it's a straightforward trip for those looking to cover ground efficiently. You'll experience a significant change in scenery as you head south, but the driving itself is quite direct.
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
178.6 miles from Fyffe, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 19m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 239.5 mi | 4h 18m |
| I 59 | 80.9 mi | 1h 26m |
| John M. Harbert III Freeway | 17 mi | 18m |
| I 165 | 4.7 mi | 5m |
| Main Street East | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| Love Road | 3.7 mi | 4m |
| Main Street Shiloh | 3 mi | 5m |
| McCurdy Avenue South | 1.7 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 239.5 mi, about 4h 18m
Traffic on I-459
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 63 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~3,603 veh/hr typical
Quietest
2 AM
~191 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
18.9×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fyffe, AL and Mobile, AL.
1
Start on AL 75
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Main Street Shiloh
2
Continue on AL 75
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
McCurdy Avenue South
3
Turn right onto AL 35
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Main Street East
4
Continue on AL 35
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Love Road
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
6
Merge onto I 59
81 mi
·
1 hr 26 min
·
I 59
7
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 137
Toward I 459 South: Tuscaloosa, Montgomery
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on I 459
17 mi
·
18 min
·
John M. Harbert III Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 15
Toward I 65: Birmingham, Montgomery
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 65 South: Montgomery
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 65
239 mi
·
4 hr 18 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 6.5-hour drive, consider leaving Fyffe in the morning to ensure you have ample daylight for the entire trip. With a single recommended day, you can easily complete the 357.1 miles without needing an overnight stop. The longest stretch without a major break is about 239.5 miles on I-65, so plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly, perhaps around the halfway point or before this long segment. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $54, and it's always wise to fill up before entering more rural sections of I-65.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 178.6 miles from Fyffe, AL, or about 3h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 239.5 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 79 miles or 1h 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 178.6 miles or 3h 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 27m
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 Fyffe, 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 Fyffe, AL
This is one driving day of about 357.1 miles and 6h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 79 miles from Fyffe, 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 239.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
179 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 79 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 178.6 miles from Fyffe, 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 239.5 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Saint Clair County Rest Area (Southbound)
0 mi from route
Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Chilton County Rest Area (Northbound)
0.1 mi from route
Butler County Rest Area (Northbound)
0.1 mi from route
Butler County Rest Area (Southbound)
0.1 mi from route
Conecuh County Rest Area (Southbound)
0.1 mi from route
Saint Clair County Rest Area (Northbound)
0.1 mi from route
TA
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.2 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.2 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.2 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.2 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.2 mi from route
QuikTrip
0.2 mi from route
Petro Stopping Centers
0.3 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.4 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
1.3 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 4.7 and 111 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
4.7 mi into trip
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~8m in
|
AL 35 / Main Street East
Turn right onto AL 35 / Main Street East
Navigation decision point
4
12.2 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
8
93.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 45m in
Take the exit toward I 459 South: Tuscaloosa, Montgomery
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Exit 137
Toward I 459 South: Tuscaloosa, Montgomery
8
110.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 4m in
Take the exit toward I 65: Birmingham, Montgomery
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 15
Toward I 65: Birmingham, Montgomery
7
111 mi into trip
|
~2h 5m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 65 South: Montgomery
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 65 South: Montgomery
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$49.57 one way
$99.14 round trip
$3.53/gal
25.4 MPG avg
125 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.95 | $55.46 | $110.93 |
| premium | $4.29 | $60.30 | $120.60 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $67.43 | $134.85 |
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: 124.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $38 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 107.1 | 1 | $37.50 | $17.14 |
| Efficient EV | 89.3 | 1 | $31.25 | $14.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 142.8 | 1 | $49.99 | $22.85 |
Gas CO2
125 kg
EV CO2
42 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Fyffe, AL
Evening in Fyffe on Saturday
Local time
8:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Partly Cloudy
0 mph
4% chance
Live forecast
Destination
Mobile, AL
Evening in Mobile on Saturday
Local time
8:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Mostly Clear
W 5 mph
2% chance
Live forecast
94°F
Helena, AL
179 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
7 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
6h 33m on the road
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.
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...
8 mi from route
~21 min detour
Free
near mile 110.8
View on nps.gov
Freedom Riders National Monument
National Monument
In 1961, a small interracial band of “Freedom Riders” challenged discriminatory laws requiring separation of the races in interstate travel. They were attacked by white segregationists, who firebombed...
26 mi from route
~66 min detour
Free
near mile 61.6
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is overwhelmingly on major highways, with 96% of the 357.1 miles covered on interstates like I-59 and I-65. The longest continuous stretch on a highway is 239.5 miles along I-65. You'll notice frequent exits and increasing traffic density as you approach and pass through urban areas. The final stretch will transition from interstate cruising to surface streets as you enter Mobile.
96% 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: 239.5 mi on I 65.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and I 59. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 4.7 miles in near AL 35 / Main Street East.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 357.1 miles you will encounter 10 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 4.7 miles (AL 35 / Main Street East): Navigation decision point; at 12.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 93.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,271 ft
-1 ft
Total Climb
513 ft
Total Descent
1,776 ft
Highest Point
1,271 ft
Elevation Range
1,272 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Fyffe, AL to Mobile, AL, road signs begin pointing toward Montgomery along the way.
Montgomery
93.4 mi in
|
~1h 45m
About the Cities
Arriving in Mobile, AL
Full guide →Founded 1702
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.
Top landmarks
- • USS Alabama — 1942 South Dakota-class battleship
- • USS Drum — 1941 Gato-class submarine
- • Battleship Memorial Park — park in Mobile, Alabama, United States
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 33m. Total distance: 357.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 33m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 239.5 miles on I 65. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 23 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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. There are 23 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.7 miles (AL 35 / Main Street East): Navigation decision point; at 12.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 93.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument and Freedom Riders National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.6 hours each way, a round trip means 13.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Mobile, AL before the return drive.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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