Origin
Mobile, AL
Late night in Mobile on Tuesday
Local time
4:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mobile, AL to Flomaton, AL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 29m
Distance
69.2 mi
111 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 23m
★
6 AM
1h 29m
8 AM
1h 43m
10 AM
1h 34m
12 PM
1h 33m
3 PM
1h 35m
5 PM
1h 42m
8 PM
1h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mobile, AL
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Flomaton, AL
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Trip Overview
This 69.2-mile journey from Mobile to Flomaton, Alabama, is a straightforward drive that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 29 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-65 and I-165, it's a highway-focused trip that's perfect for a single-day excursion. With an estimated fuel cost of $11, this route offers an economical option for travelers within the Southeast region. Since there are no recommended overnight stops, you'll have the flexibility to depart at your convenience and arrive without feeling rushed. It's a practical choice for anyone needing to cover this specific stretch of Alabama.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 43.4 mi | 46m |
| Nashville Avenue | 14.3 mi | 22m |
| I 165 | 4.5 mi | 5m |
| Jack Springs Road | 4.4 mi | 8m |
| Trammell Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Sidney E Manning Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Houston Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| North Royal Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 43.4 mi, about 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mobile, AL and Flomaton, AL.
1
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 1B
Toward I 65: Montgomery
9
Merge onto I 65
43 mi
·
46 min
·
I 65
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Exit 54
11
Keep slight right at fork
213 ft
·
5 sec
Exit 54
12
Turn straight onto CR 1
4.4 mi
·
8 min
·
Jack Springs Road
13
Turn right onto Trammell Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Trammell Street
14
Turn left onto US 31
14 mi
·
22 min
·
Nashville Avenue
15
Turn right onto US 29; AL 113
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
Sidney E Manning Boulevard
16
Turn slight left onto Houston Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Houston Street
17
Arrive at destination
Houston Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.6 miles from Mobile, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 49.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
North Royal Street
Turn left onto North Royal Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Congress Street
Turn right onto Congress Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
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
5
49.4 mi into trip
|
~55m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 54
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.45 one way
$20.90 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $11.47 | $22.94 |
| premium | $4.56 | $12.42 | $24.84 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.28 | $30.56 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.8 | 0 | $7.27 | $3.32 |
| Efficient EV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.06 | $2.77 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.7 | 0 | $9.69 | $4.43 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Destination
Flomaton, AL
Late night in Flomaton on Tuesday
Local time
4:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
5 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
1h 29m 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?
Expect a highway-dominated experience for about 69% of this drive. The majority of your travel will be on I-65, including a significant uninterrupted stretch of 43.4 miles. This means you'll encounter consistent highway speeds for extended periods. While the profile is listed as highway-focused, be aware that segments on Nashville Avenue and I-165 will offer a slight variation before you return to the interstate. The road character is largely about efficient travel rather than winding scenic byways, making it a predictable drive.
69% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 43.4 mi on I 65.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and Nashville Avenue. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near North Royal Street.
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 69.2 miles you will encounter 11 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 0.1 miles (North Royal Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Congress Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles: Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
300 ft
2 ft
Total Climb
332 ft
Total Descent
270 ft
Highest Point
300 ft
~49.4 mi in
Elevation Range
298 ft
About the Cities
Starting 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 1h 29m. Total distance: 69.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 43.4 miles on I 65. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Flomaton, AL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (North Royal Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Congress Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles: Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Flomaton, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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