This 216.3-mile drive from Jemison, AL to Mobile, AL is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 4 hours and 2 minutes to complete. The route is predominantly highway-focused, with 99% of the journey on major roads, making it a straightforward transit. You'll spend most of your time on I-65 and US-31, with a brief stint on I-165 as you approach Mobile. With an estimated fuel cost of $33, this trip offers an economical way to travel within the Southeast region. The single stop suggestion means you can plan for a quick break or push through if you prefer.
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
108.1 miles from Jemison, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 3m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 65
195.2 mi
3h 30m
US 31
15.1 mi
22m
I 165
4.7 mi
5m
Saint Joseph Street
0.4 mi
1m
Church Street
0.1 mi
<1m
Saint Louis Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 195.2 mi, about 3h 30m
Traffic on I-65
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 86 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~924 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,266
Quietest
1 AM
~120 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
7.7×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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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 Jemison, AL and Mobile, AL.
1
Start on AL 191
0.1 mi·20 sec·Church Street
2
Turn right onto US 31
15 mi·22 min·US 31
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·23 sec
4
Merge onto I 65
195 mi·3 hr 30 min·I 65
5
Take the exit
0.6 mi·41 sec
Toward I 165: Mobile
6
Continue on I 165
4.7 mi·5 min·I 165
7
Turn right onto Saint Joseph Street
0.4 mi·1 min·Saint Joseph Street
8
Turn right onto Saint Louis Street
40 ft·1 sec·Saint Louis Street
9
Arrive at destination
Saint Louis Street
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour duration, starting your drive from Jemison in the morning allows ample time to reach Mobile without feeling rushed. The 99% highway share means you can maintain a steady pace, with only one recommended stop to break up the 216.3 miles. Plan your fuel accordingly, as the estimated cost is $33 for the trip. Keep an eye on I-65 as it's the longest stretch; you'll want to ensure you have enough gas before embarking on that significant portion of the route.
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 108.1 miles from Jemison, AL, or about 2h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 195.2 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 48 miles or 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 108.1 miles or 2h 3m 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 18m
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 Jemison, 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 Jemison, AL
This is one driving day of about 216.3 miles and 4h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 48 miles from Jemison, 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 195.2 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 5
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 216.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|US 31
Turn right onto US 31
Navigation decision point
3
15.5 mi into trip|~23m in|I 65
Merge onto I 65
Merge point - match speed before joining
4
210.6 mi into trip|~3h 54m in
Take the exit toward I 165: Mobile
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 165: Mobile
4
215.9 mi into trip|~4h in|Saint Joseph Street
Turn right onto Saint Joseph Street
Navigation decision point
4
216.3 mi into trip|~4h 2m in|Saint Louis Street
Turn right onto Saint Louis Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$30.03 one way
$60.05 round trip
$3.53/gal25.4 MPG avg76 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$3.95
$33.59
$67.19
premium
$4.29
$36.52
$73.05
diesel
$4.80
$40.84
$81.68
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 75.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
64.9
0
$22.71
$10.38
Efficient EV
54.1
0
$18.93
$8.65
EV Truck/SUV
86.5
1
$30.28
$13.84
Gas CO2
76 kg
EV CO2
25 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 Jul 18, 2026
Origin
Jemison, AL
Late night
in Jemison on Monday
Local time
4:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
90°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Mobile, AL
Late night
in Mobile on Monday
Local time
4:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
99°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
N 5 mph17% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 5:15PM CDT by NWS Birmingham AL
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 5:13PM 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
9 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
4h 2m 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 largely highway-focused experience on this 216.3-mile journey, with 99% of your travel occurring on major roadways. The primary artery is I-65, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 195.2 miles. This means you'll encounter consistent speeds and efficient travel for the bulk of your drive. While the majority is interstate, there are segments on US-31 and I-165 that offer slight variations in the driving environment as you progress south towards Mobile.
99% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 195.2 mi on I 65.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and US 31. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 31.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 2m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 31): Navigation decision point; at 15.5 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 210.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
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
The longest stretch is about 195.2 miles on I 65. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 17 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.
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 0.1 miles (US 31): Navigation decision point; at 15.5 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 210.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Possible but tiring. At 4.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Mobile, AL, but most travelers stay overnight.
