Traveling from Morris to Mobile covers 273.5 miles through the heart of Alabama, typically taking about 5 hours and 2 minutes of driving time. Because this route is almost entirely highway-focused, it is easily manageable as a single-day trip. You should budget approximately $42 for fuel to complete the journey. Since both cities are located within the Southeast region, you will experience a consistent cultural and geographic transition as you head south. Whether you are heading to the coast for a getaway or traveling for business, the straightforward nature of this interstate drive makes planning simple. It is an efficient, direct path that prioritizes speed over local detours.
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
136.7 miles from Morris, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 31m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 65
263.5 mi
4h 47m
I 165
4.7 mi
5m
US 31
2.1 mi
3m
Saint Joseph Street
0.4 mi
1m
Mary Buckelew Parkway
0.3 mi
<1m
Morris Majestic Road
0.3 mi
1m
Stouts Road
<0.1 mi
<1m
Saint Louis Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 263.5 mi, about 4h 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Morris, AL and Mobile, AL.
1
Start on Stouts Road
80 ft·5 sec·Stouts Road
2
Turn right onto Morris Majestic Road
0.3 mi·1 min·Morris Majestic Road
3
At end of road, turn left onto US 31
2.1 mi·3 min·US 31
4
Turn right onto Mary Buckelew Parkway
0.3 mi·34 sec·Mary Buckelew Parkway
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·28 sec
6
Merge onto I 65
9.0 mi·9 min·I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.5 mi·38 sec
Exit 265Toward I 22 West, US 31: Memphis, FultondaleUse the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·37 sec
Toward I 22 West: MemphisUse the straight lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·27 sec
Toward MontgomeryUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 65
254 mi·4 hr 37 min·I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.6 mi·41 sec
Toward I 165: Mobile
12
Continue on I 165
4.7 mi·5 min·I 165
13
Turn right onto Saint Joseph Street
0.4 mi·1 min·Saint Joseph Street
14
Turn right onto Saint Louis Street
40 ft·1 sec·Saint Louis Street
15
Arrive at destination
Saint Louis Street
Trip Plan
To keep your drive smooth, aim to depart early in the morning to avoid potential traffic congestion near the major urban centers along I-65. With a total duration of just over five hours, you only need one well-timed stop to stretch your legs and refresh. Keep a close watch on your fuel gauge during the long 263.5-mile interstate stretch, as keeping your tank full will help you stay within your $42 budget. Since this is a one-day trip, you have the flexibility to make your stop whenever you feel most fatigued. Prioritize a single, efficient break to maintain your momentum and reach Mobile without feeling rushed.
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 136.7 miles from Morris, AL, or about 2h 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 263.5 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 60 miles or 1h 7m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 136.7 miles or 2h 31m 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 7m
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 Morris, 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 Morris, AL
This is one driving day of about 273.5 miles and 5h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 60 miles from Morris, 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 263.5 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 13 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|Morris Majestic Road
Turn right onto Morris Majestic Road
Navigation decision point
5
2.9 mi into trip|~5m in|I 65
Merge onto I 65
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
12 mi into trip|~15m in
Take the exit toward I 22 West, US 31: Memphis, Fultondale
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 265
Toward I 22 West, US 31: Memphis, Fultondale
7
12.5 mi into trip|~15m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 22 West: Memphis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 22 West: Memphis
7
13 mi into trip|~16m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Montgomery
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Montgomery
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$41.30 one way
$82.61 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg96 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$45.34
$90.69
premium
$4.56
$49.09
$98.18
diesel
$5.61
$60.39
$120.77
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$41
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$66–$91
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 95.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
82.1
1
$28.72
$13.13
Efficient EV
68.4
0
$23.93
$10.94
EV Truck/SUV
109.4
1
$38.29
$17.50
Gas CO2
96 kg
EV CO2
32 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 Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Morris, AL
Late night
in Morris on Sunday
Local time
2:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Mobile, AL
Late night
in Mobile on Sunday
Local time
2:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live 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
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
5h 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 dedicated interstate experience, as 99% of this trip is spent on high-speed highways. The vast majority of your time—specifically 263.5 miles—is spent navigating the uninterrupted stretches of I-65. You will primarily rely on I-65, with smaller segments on I-165 and US-31 to finalize your arrival. The road’s personality is defined by its efficiency rather than technical curves or scenic backroads. While the drive is largely a straightforward highway grind, the transition from the northern part of the state toward the Gulf coast provides a steady change in landscape as you log your hours behind the wheel.
99% 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: 263.5 mi on I 65.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and I 165. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Morris Majestic Road.
Driving Effort6/10
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 273.5 miles you will encounter 12 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: near the start (Morris Majestic Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.9 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 12 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 2m. Total distance: 273.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (99%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 263.5 miles on I 65. 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.
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 Mobile, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Morris Majestic Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.9 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 12 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.0 hours each way, a round trip means 10.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Mobile, AL before the return drive.
