Sulligent, AL to Mobile, AL is 261.4 miles and takes about 5h 17m via US 45 and AL 17, with a fuel budget near $38 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Alabama, traversing the Southeast region from start to finish. You'll primarily be on highways for this drive, making it a straightforward transit. With a recommended one-day duration, this route is ideal for getting from point A to point B efficiently without needing an overnight stop.
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
130.7 miles from Sulligent, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 44m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 45
207.1 mi
3h 58m
Military Road
16.8 mi
25m
AL 17
10.9 mi
16m
3rd Avenue Southwest
9.8 mi
14m
US 82
5.1 mi
5m
I 165
4.7 mi
5m
I 65
2.7 mi
3m
Industrial Parkway
2.3 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
US 45
— 207.1 mi, about 3h 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sulligent, AL and Mobile, AL.
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Start on AL 17
11 mi·16 min·AL 17
2
Turn right onto AL 18
9.8 mi·14 min·3rd Avenue Southwest
3
Continue on MS 12
12 mi·17 min·Military Road
4
Continue on Military Road
4.6 mi·8 min·Military Road
5
Continue on Military Road
212 ft·4 sec·Military Road
6
Enter roundabout
26 ft·0 sec
Toward US 82 West, MS 12 West, MS 50 West: Starkville
7
Continue
0.3 mi·36 sec
Toward US 82 West, MS 12 West, MS 50 West: Starkville
8
Merge onto US 82; MS 12; MS 50
5.1 mi·5 min·US 82; MS 12; MS 50
9
Take the exit onto US 45
0.2 mi·43 sec·US 45
Toward US 45 South: Macon, Meridian
10
Keep slight left at fork onto US 45
135 ft·7 sec·US 45
Toward US 45 South: Macon, Meridian
11
Turn left onto US 45
15 mi·16 min·US 45
Use the left / straight lanes.
12
Continue on US 45
64 mi·1 hr 13 min·US 45
13
Keep slight right at fork onto US 45
19 mi·21 min·US 45
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on US 45
0.7 mi·46 sec·US 45
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on US 45
3.7 mi·4 min·US 45
Use the straight lane.
16
Continue on US 45
5.4 mi·6 min·US 45
Use the straight lane.
17
Continue on US 45
5.5 mi·6 min·US 45
Use the straight lane.
18
Continue on US 45
2.7 mi·3 min·US 45
Use the straight lane.
19
Continue on US 45
1.7 mi·1 min·US 45
Use the straight lane.
20
Continue on US 45
3.9 mi·4 min·US 45
Use the straight lane.
21
Continue on US 45
9.8 mi·11 min·US 45
Use the straight lane.
22
Continue on US 45
2.0 mi·2 min·US 45
Use the straight lane.
23
Continue on US 45
4.9 mi·5 min·US 45
Use the straight lane.
24
Continue on US 45
17 mi·20 min·US 45
Use the straight lane.
25
Keep slight left at fork onto US 45
52 mi·58 min·US 45
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Take the exit
0.3 mi·46 sec
27
Merge onto AL 158
2.3 mi·3 min·Industrial Parkway
28
Take the exit
0.4 mi·53 sec
Toward I 65 South: Mobile
29
Merge onto I 65
2.7 mi·3 min·I 65
Use the right lane.
30
Take the exit
0.6 mi·41 sec
Toward I 165: Mobile
31
Continue on I 165
4.7 mi·5 min·I 165
32
Turn right onto Saint Joseph Street
0.4 mi·1 min·Saint Joseph Street
33
Turn right onto Saint Louis Street
40 ft·1 sec·Saint Louis Street
34
Arrive at destination
Saint Louis Street
Trip Plan
Given the 5h 17m estimated drive time, starting your trip in Sulligent, AL in the morning will allow you to reach Mobile, AL well before evening. The route has only one recommended stop, so plan for that midway if needed, or consider pushing through if you prefer. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $38, and it's always wise to top off before embarking on longer stretches, especially the 207.1-mile segment on US 45. Since this is a single-day drive, you have flexibility with your departure time.
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 130.7 miles from Sulligent, AL, or about 2h 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 207.1 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 58 miles or 1h 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 130.7 miles or 2h 44m 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 20m
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 Sulligent, 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 Sulligent, AL
This is one driving day of about 261.4 miles and 5h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 58 miles from Sulligent, 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 US 45 for about 207.1 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 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 37.5 and 198.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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37.5 mi into trip|~55m in
Enter roundabout toward US 82 West, MS 12 West, MS 50 West: Starkville
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 82 West, MS 12 West, MS 50 West: Star...
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42.9 mi into trip|~1h 2m in|US 45
Take the exit onto US 45 toward US 45 South: Macon, Meridian
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 45 South: Macon, Meridian
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43.1 mi into trip|~1h 3m in|US 45
Keep slight left at fork onto US 45 toward US 45 South: Macon, Meridian
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 45 South: Macon, Meridian
6
122 mi into trip|~2h 33m in|US 45
Keep slight right at fork onto US 45
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
198.4 mi into trip|~4h 2m in|US 45
Keep slight left at fork onto US 45
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$36.29 one way
$72.57 round trip
$3.53/gal25.4 MPG avg92 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$3.95
$40.60
$81.20
premium
$4.29
$44.14
$88.28
diesel
$4.80
$49.36
$98.71
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 91.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
78.4
0
$27.45
$12.55
Efficient EV
65.4
0
$22.87
$10.46
EV Truck/SUV
104.6
1
$36.60
$16.73
Gas CO2
91 kg
EV CO2
31 kg (66% 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
Sulligent, AL
Afternoon
in Sulligent on Sunday
Local time
12:18 PM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Mostly Clear
0 mph3% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Mobile, AL
Afternoon
in Mobile on Sunday
Local time
12:18 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Clear
NW 0 to 5 mph1% chanceLive forecast
96°F
Quitman, MS
131 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
6 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 17m 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?
This route is predominantly highway driving, with 89% of the total distance covered on major roads. You'll experience a long stretch of 207.1 miles primarily on US 45. After this extensive highway segment, the final portion of your drive will transition to surface roads, including Military Road and AL 17, as you approach your destination.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
34 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 207.1 mi on US 45.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 45 and Military Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 37.5 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 16 significant decision points across 261.4 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 37.5 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 42.9 miles (US 45): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 43.1 miles (US 45): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
448 ft8 ft
Total Climb
390 ft
Total Descent
707 ft
Highest Point
448 ft
~130.7 mi in
Elevation Range
439 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Sulligent, AL to Mobile, AL, road signs begin pointing toward Meridian along the way.
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 17m. Total distance: 261.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 207.1 miles on US 45. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 3 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 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. There are 3 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 37.5 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 42.9 miles (US 45): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 43.1 miles (US 45): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.3 hours each way, a round trip means 10.6 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.
