Traveling from Mobile to Blountsville covers 303 miles across Alabama, taking approximately 5 hours and 45 minutes of driving time. Because this route is primarily highway-focused, it works best as a direct, one-day transit rather than a multi-day expedition. You should set aside roughly $46 for fuel to complete the journey. The route connects the southern tip of the state toward the northern inland region, transitioning through the heart of Alabama. Since the drive is manageable in a single stretch, you can easily complete it in one go without the need for an overnight stay.
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
151.5 miles from Mobile, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 45m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 65
239.6 mi
4h 18m
New Bradford Highway
21.7 mi
30m
John M. Harbert III Freeway
17.1 mi
18m
I 165
4.5 mi
5m
US 231
3.5 mi
5m
AL 79
3.5 mi
5m
Sweeny Hollow Road
3.4 mi
6m
I 59
2.9 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 239.6 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
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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 Mobile, AL and Blountsville, AL.
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Start on Saint Louis Street
389 ft·22 sec·Saint Louis Street
2
Turn left onto North Royal Street
0.2 mi·41 sec·North Royal Street
3
Turn right onto Congress Street
260 ft·11 sec·Congress Street
4
Take the ramp
411 ft·12 sec
5
Merge onto North Water Street
0.1 mi·19 sec·North Water Street
6
Continue on US 90; US 98 Truck
482 ft·11 sec·Telegraph Road
7
Turn straight onto I 165; US 90; US 98 Truck
4.5 mi·5 min·I 165; US 90; US 98 Truck
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi·33 sec
Exit 1BToward I 65: Montgomery
9
Merge onto I 65
240 mi·4 hr 18 min·I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi·32 sec
Exit 250Toward I 459: Atlanta, Gadsden, TuscaloosaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 459 North: Atlanta, GadsdenUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto I 459
17 mi·18 min·John M. Harbert III Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·41 sec
Exit 33BToward I 59 North: GadsdenUse the slight right lane.
14
Continue on this road
0.2 mi·15 sec·this road
Exit 33AToward I-59 North: Gadsden
15
Merge onto I 59
2.9 mi·3 min·I 59
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Exit 141Toward Trussville, PinsonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Turn slight left
128 ft·10 sec
Exit 141Toward Trussville, Pinson
18
Turn left onto CR 10
2.2 mi·4 min·Chalkville Road
Use the straight lane.
19
Continue on Sweeny Hollow Road
3.4 mi·6 min·Sweeny Hollow Road
20
Turn right onto AL 75
169 ft·3 sec·Center Point Parkway
21
Continue on AL 75
1.0 mi·1 min·Center Point Road
22
Turn sharp left onto AL 151
0.4 mi·41 sec·AL 151
Use the left / straight lanes.
23
Continue on this road
200 ft·7 sec·this road
24
Turn slight right onto AL 79
0.3 mi·26 sec·New Bradford Road
25
Continue on AL 79
22 mi·30 min·New Bradford Highway
26
Enter roundabout onto AL 79
119 ft·2 sec·AL 79
27
Continue on AL 79
3.5 mi·5 min·AL 79
Use the straight lane.
28
Continue on US 231
3.5 mi·5 min·US 231
29
Turn left onto CR 26
31 ft·0 sec·Lee Street West
30
Arrive at destination
CR 26
Trip Plan
To make the most of this nearly six-hour trek, plan for at least one dedicated stop to break up the long interstate stint. Leaving early in the morning is your best strategy to avoid potential traffic congestion as you head north. Given the 239.6-mile longest stretch, monitor your fuel levels closely before committing to that primary leg of the trip to ensure you don't need to exit the interstate unnecessarily. Since the drive is efficient, you have the flexibility to adjust your departure time based on your personal comfort. Keep a close watch on your dashboard navigation as you exit the main freeway system to navigate the final local highway segments accurately.
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 151.5 miles from Mobile, AL, or about 2h 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 239.6 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 67 miles or 1h 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 151.5 miles or 2h 45m 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 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Blountsville, AL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Mobile, 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 Mobile, AL
This is one driving day of about 303 miles and 5h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 67 miles from Mobile, 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 239.6 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 19
5 decision points cluster between mile 5.1 and 266.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
5.1 mi into trip|~7m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 65: Montgomery
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 1B
Toward I 65: Montgomery
8
245.2 mi into trip|~4h 26m in
Take the exit toward I 459: Atlanta, Gadsden, Tuscaloosa
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 250
Toward I 459: Atlanta, Gadsden, Tuscaloosa
8
245.5 mi into trip|~4h 26m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 459 North: Atlanta, Gadsden
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 459 North: Atlanta, Gadsden
8
263.2 mi into trip|~4h 46m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 59 North: Gadsden
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 33B
Toward I 59 North: Gadsden
8
266.7 mi into trip|~4h 50m in
Take the exit toward Trussville, Pinson
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 141
Toward Trussville, Pinson
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$46.57 one way
$93.14 round trip
$3.90/gal25.4 MPG avg106 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.32
$51.51
$103.02
premium
$4.65
$55.43
$110.87
diesel
$5.35
$63.82
$127.64
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$47
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$72–$97
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 106 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
90.9
1
$31.82
$14.54
Efficient EV
75.8
0
$26.51
$12.12
EV Truck/SUV
121.2
1
$42.42
$19.39
Gas CO2
106 kg
EV CO2
35 kg (67% 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.
Forecast as of Jun 1, 2026
Origin
Mobile, AL
Afternoon
in Mobile on Wednesday
Local time
2:09 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Partly Cloudy
SW 0 to 5 mph5% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Blountsville, AL
Afternoon
in Blountsville on Wednesday
Local time
2:09 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Patchy Fog
0 mph1% 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
13 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
5h 45m 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.
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...
7 mi from route
~18 min detour
Free
near mile 250.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a trip dominated by high-speed travel, as 90% of the journey is spent on major highways. You will spend the vast majority of your time on I-65, which accounts for a significant 239.6-mile stretch of the trip. The experience shifts toward the end as you transition off the interstate onto the New Bradford Highway and the John M. Harbert III Freeway to reach your destination. While the interstate portion offers a consistent, straightforward rhythm, the final segments provide a change in pace as you move onto local highway infrastructure. Be prepared for a focused, efficient drive that prioritizes miles over winding backroads.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
30 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 239.6 mi on I 65.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and New Bradford Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.1 miles in.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 303 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 245.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 245.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
785 ft-1 ft
Total Climb
1,468 ft
Total Descent
764 ft
Highest Point
785 ft
~259.7 mi in
Elevation Range
786 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Mobile, AL and Blountsville, AL, road signs point toward Gadsden, Tuscaloosa, Trussville and Pinson.
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
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 45m. Total distance: 303 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 239.6 miles on I 65. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 18 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 Blountsville, 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 18 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 245.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 245.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.8 hours each way, a round trip means 11.5 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Blountsville, AL before the return drive.
