Trip from Greensboro, AL to Mobile, AL

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 9m

Distance

157.5 mi

253 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$24

one way

EV Charging

Good

6 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min

4 AM

2h 58m ★

6 AM

3h 10m

8 AM

3h 33m

10 AM

3h 18m

12 PM

3h 15m

3 PM

3h 19m

5 PM

3h 32m

8 PM

3h 3m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

This 157.5-mile drive from Greensboro to Mobile, Alabama, is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in a single day. Expect to spend about 3 hours and 9 minutes on the road, with a fuel cost estimated at $24. The route primarily utilizes US 43 and AL 69, with 89% of the drive on highways, making it efficient for getting from point A to point B. Given its manageable length and duration, this trip is ideal for a day excursion, allowing for flexibility in your departure and arrival times. Both your starting and ending points are within the Southeast region, specifically Alabama, so you'll remain within familiar territory throughout this relatively short trip.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

78.7 miles from Greensboro, AL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 37m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
US 43	111.8 mi	2h 8m
Demopolis Street	15.3 mi	21m
AL 69	13.7 mi	18m
I 65	9.2 mi	10m
I 165	4.7 mi	5m
US 80	0.7 mi	<1m
Saint Joseph Street	0.4 mi	1m
Tuscaloosa Street	0.3 mi	1m

Longest stretch: US 43 — 111.8 mi, about 2h 8m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Greensboro, AL and Mobile, AL.

Start on AL 69

0.3 mi · 1 min · Tuscaloosa Street

Turn right onto AL 14; AL 25; AL 69

0.3 mi · 37 sec · State Street

Turn left onto AL 25; AL 69

15 mi · 21 min · Demopolis Street

Turn right onto US 80; AL 69

0.7 mi · 58 sec · US 80; AL 69

Turn left onto AL 69

14 mi · 18 min · AL 69

Turn right onto AL 69

92 ft · 6 sec · AL 69

Turn left onto US 43

5.3 mi · 6 min · US 43

Turn right onto US 43

107 mi · 2 hr 2 min · US 43

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min

Merge onto I 65

9.2 mi · 10 min · I 65

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 41 sec

Toward I 165: Mobile

Continue on I 165

4.7 mi · 5 min · I 165

Turn right onto Saint Joseph Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · Saint Joseph Street

Turn right onto Saint Louis Street

40 ft · 1 sec · Saint Louis Street

Arrive at destination

Saint Louis Street

Trip Plan

With a duration of just over 3 hours, this trip is perfectly suited for a single-day adventure, offering considerable flexibility. You could opt for an early morning departure to maximize your time in Mobile, or a later start if you prefer a more leisurely pace. The estimated fuel cost of $24 is modest, so plan your refueling accordingly, perhaps topping up before you leave Greensboro. Given the longest stretch of 111.8 miles on US 43, ensure you have snacks and drinks on hand, as opportunities for immediate rest stops might be spaced out during that segment. The single recommended stop is likely well-placed to break up the journey.

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 78.7 miles from Greensboro, AL, or about 1h 37m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 111.8 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 35 miles or 47m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 78.7 miles or 1h 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 2h 35m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mobile, AL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Greensboro, AL so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Greensboro, AL

This is one driving day of about 157.5 miles and 3h 9m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 35 miles from Greensboro, 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 US 43 for about 111.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Thomasville, AL

79 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.

Popular next leg

Thomasville, AL to Mobile, AL

96.5 mi · 1h 39m

Pacing Suggestions

Linden, AL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 35 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Jackson, AL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 78.7 miles from Greensboro, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 43 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 111.8 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Felix's Fish Camp Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Spanish Fort, Alabama

Near the end, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $20 to $30 mile 157.5

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+12516266710

Visit website

Top Coffee Stop

Exploreum Science Center & PCI Digital Dome Theater

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Mobile, Alabama

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 157.5

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+12512086893

Visit website

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route mile 157.5

Mobile, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 146.2

Saraland, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 157.5

Mobile, Alabama

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+12512065795

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 12

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 151.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

0.3 mi into trip | ~1m in | AL 14; AL 25; AL 69 / State Street

Turn right onto AL 14; AL 25; AL 69 / State Street

Navigation decision point

15.9 mi into trip | ~22m in | US 80; AL 69

Turn right onto US 80; AL 69

Navigation decision point

16.6 mi into trip | ~23m in | AL 69

Turn left onto AL 69

Navigation decision point

142.1 mi into trip | ~2h 50m in

Take the exit

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

151.8 mi into trip | ~3h 1m in

Take the exit toward I 165: Mobile

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward I 165: Mobile

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$23.79 one way

$47.57 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 55 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.21	$26.11	$52.22
premium	$4.56	$28.27	$56.54
diesel	$5.61	$34.77	$69.55

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$24

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$49–$74

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 55.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	47.3	$16.54	$7.56
Efficient EV	39.4	$13.78	$6.30
EV Truck/SUV	63	$22.05	$10.08

Gas CO2

55 kg

EV CO2

18 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 15, 2026

Origin

Greensboro, AL

Morning in Greensboro on Sunday

Local time

11:40 AM

CDT

Current temp

78°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Mobile, AL

Morning in Mobile on Sunday

Local time

11:40 AM

CDT

Current temp

80°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

78°F

Thomasville, AL

79 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

2 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

3h 9m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

The character of this drive is predominantly highway-focused, as indicated by its 89% highway share. You'll spend most of your time on well-maintained roads like US 43 and AL 69. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 111.8 miles on US 43, suggesting a significant portion of the journey will involve consistent travel without frequent town exits. While the profile is described as highway-focused, be aware that parts of Demopolis Street and AL 69 might involve navigating through towns, offering a brief change of pace before returning to higher-speed travel. This mix provides a predictable driving experience for the majority of the trip.

89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 111.8 mi on US 43.

How Hard Is This Drive?

2/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 43 and Demopolis 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 AL 14; AL 25; AL 69 / State Street.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Greensboro, AL to Mobile, AL is easy. At 3h 9m with 89% 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 (AL 14; AL 25; AL 69 / State Street): Navigation decision point; at 15.9 miles (US 80; AL 69): Navigation decision point; at 16.6 miles (AL 69): Navigation decision point.

About the Cities

Arriving in Mobile, AL

Full guide →

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.

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 3h 9m. Total distance: 157.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (89%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 111.8 miles on US 43. 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.

Possible but tiring. At 3.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Mobile, AL, but most travelers stay overnight.

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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Trip from Greensboro, AL to Mobile, AL

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

Felix's Fish Camp Restaurant

Exploreum Science Center & PCI Digital Dome Theater

The Inn Motel & Restaurant & PIZZA

Felix's Fish Camp Restaurant

Exploreum Science Center & PCI Digital Dome Theater

ChargePoint Charging Station

Electrify America Charging Station

AmpUp Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Blink Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Bienville Square

History Museum of Mobile

Mobile Carnival Museum

Mardi Gras Park

National Maritime Museum of the Gulf

Colonial Fort Condé

Condé-Charlotte Museum

Surge Entertainment

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Greensboro, AL

Mobile, AL

Same local time

2 degrees warmer at arrival

3h 9m on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

About the Cities

Arriving in Mobile, AL

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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