Origin
Theodore, AL
Afternoon in Theodore on Sunday
Local time
4:58 PM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Theodore, 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
20m
Distance
14.3 mi
23 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 18m
★
6 AM
0h 20m
8 AM
0h 24m
10 AM
0h 21m
12 PM
0h 21m
3 PM
0h 22m
5 PM
0h 24m
8 PM
0h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Theodore, AL
Taryn Elliott
Mobile, AL
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick commute or a short excursion within the Southeast, the 14.3-mile journey from Theodore to Mobile is a straightforward trip. Expect to spend about 20 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will primarily utilize I-10, Government Boulevard, and South Water Street to navigate between these two Alabama locations. With an estimated fuel cost of just $2, it is a very budget-friendly way to connect these areas. Given the short duration and direct nature of the path, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule to head into the city whenever it suits you.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 10.5 mi | 12m |
| Government Boulevard | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| South Water Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Saint Louis Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 10.5 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Theodore, AL and Mobile, AL.
1
Start on this road
236 ft
·
23 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto US 90
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Government Boulevard
3
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
4
Merge onto I 10
10 mi
·
12 min
·
I 10
5
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward Water Street, Downtown
6
Continue on South Water Street
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
South Water Street
7
Take the exit
148 ft
·
8 sec
8
Turn left onto Saint Louis Street
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
Saint Louis Street
9
Arrive at destination
Saint Louis Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 55 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 14.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 90 / Government Boulevard
Turn left onto US 90 / Government Boulevard
Navigation decision point
3
2.7 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
13.2 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Water Street, Downtown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Water Street, Downtown
3
14.1 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
4
14.1 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
Saint Louis Street
Turn left onto Saint Louis Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.16 one way
$4.32 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $2.37 | $4.74 |
| premium | $4.56 | $2.57 | $5.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.16 | $6.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.3 | 0 | $1.50 | $0.69 |
| Efficient EV | 3.6 | 0 | $1.25 | $0.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.7 | 0 | $2.00 | $0.92 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Mobile, AL
Afternoon in Mobile on Sunday
Local time
4:58 PM
CDT
Current temp
66°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
4 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
20m 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?
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 73% of your route spent on high-speed roads. You will find the rhythm of the drive dominated by a 10.5-mile stretch on I-10, which provides the bulk of the transit time. As you transition off the interstate and onto Government Boulevard and South Water Street, the pace shifts from a typical highway grind to a more urban driving environment. Expect a functional experience that prioritizes efficiency over scenic winding roads. The transition from the outskirts of Theodore into the heart of Mobile is seamless, keeping you on major thoroughfares for nearly the entire duration.
73% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 10.5 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Government Boulevard. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 90 / Government Boulevard.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 20m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 90 / Government Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 2.7 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 13.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
74 ft
5 ft
Total Climb
97 ft
Total Descent
150 ft
Highest Point
74 ft
~2.4 mi in
Elevation Range
68 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Theodore, AL to Mobile, AL, road signs begin pointing toward Downtown along the way.
Downtown
13.2 mi in
|
~17m
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 20m. Total distance: 14.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 10.5 miles on I 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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: near the start (US 90 / Government Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 2.7 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 13.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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