Origin
Troy, AL
Late night in Troy on Sunday
Local time
2:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Troy, 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
3h 27m
Distance
172.1 mi
277 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 15m
★
6 AM
3h 28m
8 AM
3h 52m
10 AM
3h 36m
12 PM
3h 34m
3 PM
3h 37m
5 PM
3h 51m
8 PM
3h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Troy, AL
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Mobile, AL
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Trip Overview
This 172.1-mile drive from Troy, Alabama, to Mobile, Alabama, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 3 hours and 27 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $26, it's an economical option for exploring more of the Southeast. The route primarily utilizes I-65, making it a highway-focused journey. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on this main interstate, so expect a straightforward travel experience. This drive is ideal if you're looking for a direct and efficient way to get between these two Alabama cities.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
86 miles from Troy, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 53m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 117.5 mi | 2h 6m |
| AL 10 | 22.5 mi | 33m |
| Montgomery Street | 19.4 mi | 28m |
| I 165 | 4.7 mi | 5m |
| East 3rd Street | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Pineapple Highway | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| East Commerce Street | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Montgomery Highway | 1.2 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 117.5 mi, about 2h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Troy, AL and Mobile, AL.
1
Start on this road
87 ft
·
8 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto East Walnut Street
0.1 mi
·
38 sec
·
East Walnut Street
3
Turn left onto US 29
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
North 3 Notch Street
4
Turn right onto US 29
19 mi
·
28 min
·
Montgomery Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on US 29; AL 10
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
East 3rd Street
6
Continue on US 331; AL 10
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Montgomery Highway
7
Turn left onto AL 10
23 mi
·
33 min
·
AL 10
8
Enter roundabout onto AL 10
303 ft
·
6 sec
·
East Commerce Street
9
Continue on AL 10
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
East Commerce Street
10
Continue on AL 10
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Pineapple Highway
11
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
12
Merge onto I 65
118 mi
·
2 hr 6 min
·
I 65
13
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 165: Mobile
14
Continue on I 165
4.7 mi
·
5 min
·
I 165
15
Turn right onto Saint Joseph Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Saint Joseph Street
16
Turn right onto Saint Louis Street
40 ft
·
1 sec
·
Saint Louis Street
17
Arrive at destination
Saint Louis Street
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour and 27-minute duration, this trip works well as a day trip. Consider an early morning departure to maximize your time at your destination or to avoid any potential traffic. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in planning your break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longest stretch on I-65, as services can be spaced out. The estimated fuel cost of $26 makes budgeting straightforward for this 172.1-mile journey.
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 86 miles from Troy, AL, or about 1h 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 117.5 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 38 miles or 57m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 86 miles or 1h 53m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 52m
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 Troy, AL so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Troy, AL
This is one driving day of about 172.1 miles and 3h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 miles from Troy, 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 117.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
86 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 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 86 miles from Troy, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 65 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 117.5 miles.
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 105 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 166.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Walnut Street
Turn right onto East Walnut Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 29 / North 3 Notch Street
Turn left onto US 29 / North 3 Notch Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 29 / Montgomery Street
Turn right onto US 29 / Montgomery Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
45.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
|
AL 10 / East Commerce Street
Enter roundabout onto AL 10 / East Commerce Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
166.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 19m in
Take the exit toward I 165: Mobile
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 165: Mobile
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$25.99 one way
$51.98 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
60 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $28.53 | $57.06 |
| premium | $4.56 | $30.89 | $61.78 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $38.00 | $76.00 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 60.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 51.6 | 0 | $18.07 | $8.26 |
| Efficient EV | 43 | 0 | $15.06 | $6.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 68.8 | 0 | $24.09 | $11.01 |
Gas CO2
60 kg
EV CO2
20 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
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
3h 27m 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 route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 84% of the journey on interstate and major roads. You'll encounter a long, uninterrupted stretch of 117.5 miles on I-65, offering a consistent pace. While the bulk of the drive is on the interstate, the initial and final segments may involve navigating local streets like Montgomery Street in Troy and potentially parts of AL 10 before merging onto I-65. Expect a smooth, fast-paced experience for most of the 172.1 miles.
84% 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: 117.5 mi on I 65.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and AL 10. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Walnut Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Troy, AL to Mobile, AL is easy. At 3h 27m with 84% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Walnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 29 / North 3 Notch Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (US 29 / Montgomery Street): Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Troy, AL
Full guide →Troy is the county seat of Pike County in the River Heritage region of Alabama.
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 3h 27m. Total distance: 172.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 117.5 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.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Walnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 29 / North 3 Notch Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (US 29 / Montgomery Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 3.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Mobile, AL, but most travelers stay overnight.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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