Trip from Linden, 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

2h 23m

Distance

124.2 mi

200 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$19

one way

EV Charging

Good

7 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 29 min

4 AM

2h 14m ★

6 AM

2h 24m

8 AM

2h 43m

10 AM

2h 31m

12 PM

2h 29m

3 PM

2h 32m

5 PM

2h 42m

8 PM

2h 18m

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 124.2-mile drive from Linden to Mobile, Alabama, is an efficient journey that can easily be completed in a single day, taking approximately 2 hours and 23 minutes. The route is predominantly highway-focused, with 97% of it on major roads like US-43, I-65, and I-165, making it a straightforward trip. With an estimated fuel cost of $19, this drive is quite budget-friendly for a day trip. You'll be traveling entirely within the Southeast region, moving from one point in Alabama to another, and the general feel is one of practical, direct travel. It's a good option if you need to get from point A to point B without much fuss.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

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

Midpoint

62.1 miles from Linden, AL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 11m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
US 43	106.5 mi	2h 2m
I 65	9.2 mi	10m
I 165	4.7 mi	5m
South Main Street	2.4 mi	2m
Saint Joseph Street	0.4 mi	1m
Saint Louis Street	<0.1 mi	<1m
Coats Avenue	<0.1 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: US 43 — 106.5 mi, about 2h 2m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on Coats Avenue

33 ft · 3 sec · Coats Avenue

Turn right onto US 43; AL 69

2.4 mi · 2 min · South Main Street

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

Given the relatively short 2-hour and 23-minute duration for this 124.2-mile drive, starting your trip in Linden, AL, at any time of day is feasible. The flexibility of a shorter journey means you don't need to meticulously plan stops, but it's always wise to take breaks as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longest stretch of 106.5 miles on US-43, to ensure you have enough to reach Mobile, AL, without worry. The estimated fuel cost is $19, so factor that into your budget. A practical tip for this route: be aware of potential traffic near Mobile as you approach the city, especially if traveling during peak commuting hours.

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 62.1 miles from Linden, AL, or about 1h 11m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 106.5 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 27 miles or 30m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 62.1 miles or 1h 11m 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

Open the route before leaving Linden, 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 Linden, AL

This is one driving day of about 124.2 miles and 2h 23m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Linden, AL.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

The longest stretch is on US 43 for about 106.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Jackson, AL

62 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

Thomasville, AL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Jackson, AL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 62.1 miles from Linden, 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 106.5 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 124.2

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 124.2

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+12512086893

Visit website

Felix's Fish Camp Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $20 to $30 mile 124.2

Spanish Fort, Alabama

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+12516266710

Visit website

Exploreum Science Center & PCI Digital Dome Theater

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 124.2

Mobile, Alabama

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+12512086893

Visit website

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 35.5

Thomasville, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 124.2

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 7

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 124.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 43; AL 69 / South Main Street

Turn right onto US 43; AL 69 / South Main Street

Navigation decision point

108.9 mi into trip | ~2h 4m in

Take the exit

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

118.6 mi into trip | ~2h 16m in

Take the exit toward I 165: Mobile

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward I 165: Mobile

123.9 mi into trip | ~2h 22m in | Saint Joseph Street

Turn right onto Saint Joseph Street

Navigation decision point

124.2 mi into trip | ~2h 23m in | Saint Louis Street

Turn right onto Saint Louis Street

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$18.76 one way

$37.51 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 44 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.21	$20.59	$41.18
premium	$4.56	$22.29	$44.58
diesel	$5.61	$27.42	$54.84

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: 43.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	37.3	$13.04	$5.96
Efficient EV	31.1	$10.87	$4.97
EV Truck/SUV	49.7	$17.39	$7.95

Gas CO2

43 kg

EV CO2

15 kg (65% 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

Linden, AL

Morning in Linden on Sunday

Local time

11:40 AM

CDT

Current temp

79°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Mobile, AL

Morning in Mobile on Sunday

Local time

11:40 AM

CDT

Current temp

62°F

Areas Of Fog

0 mph 0% chance Live 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

80°F

Jackson, 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

17 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 23m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this 124.2-mile trip. With 97% of the drive on major roads, you'll be on a mix of US-43 and the interstates, offering a consistent pace. The longest stretch without a major change in road is an impressive 106.5 miles on US-43, indicating extended periods of steady driving. While not a scenic byway, this route prioritizes efficiency and directness, allowing you to cover ground smoothly. The transition between US-43 and the interstates is designed for quick passage, keeping your travel time to a minimum.

97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

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

Longest single stretch: 106.5 mi on US 43.

How Hard Is This Drive?

1/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 43 and I 65. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 43; AL 69 / South Main Street.

Driving Effort 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Linden, AL to Mobile, AL is easy. At 2h 23m with 97% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 43; AL 69 / South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 108.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 118.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.

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 2h 23m. Total distance: 124.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (97%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 106.5 miles on US 43. 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.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Mobile, AL before heading back.

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 Linden, 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

Felix's Fish Camp Restaurant

Exploreum Science Center & PCI Digital Dome Theater

ChargePoint Charging Station

Electrify America Charging Station

FLO Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Blink Charging Station

AmpUp 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

Linden, AL

Mobile, AL

Same local time

17 degrees cooler at arrival

2h 23m 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?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

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

How this page is built

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