How far is Center Point, AL from Mobile, AL?

Fastest route

The route from Center Point, Alabama 35215, USA to Mobile, Alabama, USA is approximately 249 miles and takes about 4 hours and 13 minutes via AL-5 S and US-43 S.

Directions

  1. Head west on 23rd Ave NE toward Center Point Pkwy.
  2. Turn left at the 1st cross street onto AL-75 S/Center Point Pkwy.
  3. Keep left to stay on AL-75 S, passing by Wendy's on the right in 2.7 mi.
  4. Use the right 2 lanes to turn right to merge onto I-59 S.
  5. Take exit 97 for US-11 S/AL-5 toward W Blocton/Centreville.
  6. Turn left onto AL-5 S/US-11 S, passing by Jack's on the left in 0.4 mi.
  7. Continue on AL-5 S and follow the route until you reach US-43 S in Thomasville.

Tips & Suggestions

  • Plan for a pit stop or two along the way to stretch your legs and grab refreshments.
  • Make sure to have enough fuel for the journey, especially for longer stretches without gas stations.
  • Stay aware of traffic conditions by using a navigation app or checking for updates before you start your trip.
  • Consider taking breaks if you feel tired during the drive to maintain alertness.
  • Observe speed limits and follow traffic rules for a safe and enjoyable journey.
  • Have your preferred method of payment ready for any tolls or fees along the route.
Trip Tools

Reverse, save, or send this route

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
269.74 mi
03h 55m
Flight
218.86 mi
352.22 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
218.86 mi
Kilometers
352.22 km
Flight Time
00h 26m

Driving Distance

Road route
269.74 mi
Kilometers
434.11 km
Drive Time
03h 55m

Gas Cost Calculator

Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 03h 55m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Mobile
Sun, May 3, 10:03 AM CDT
Return by in Center Point
Sun, May 3, 1:58 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Center Point
2026-05-03T06:07
Arrive Mobile
Sun, May 3, 10:03 AM CDT
Route Timing
03h 55m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:56 AM to 11:56 AM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
9:08 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Center Point
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Fort Deposit
AL

Town

From Center Point
135.4 mi
01h 57m
To Mobile
134.4 mi
01h 57m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
70°F
Sunday

Sunny

Starts
Sun, May 3 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph NW
Destination
78°F
Sunday

Sunny

Starts
Sun, May 3 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 mph NW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Center Point and Mobile.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Center Point and Mobile.

  1. 1

    Start on 23rd Avenue Northeast

    22 m · 10 sec · 23rd Avenue Northeast

  2. 2

    Turn left onto Center Point Parkway

    2.4 mi · 5 min · Center Point Parkway

  3. 3

    Continue on Parkway East

    1.6 mi · 3 min · Parkway East

  4. 4

    Continue on Parkway East

    69 m · 6 sec · Parkway East

  5. 5

    Continue on Roebuck Parkway

    1449 ft · 37 sec · Roebuck Parkway

  6. 6

    Turn left onto I 59 North: Gadsden

    1057 ft · 28 sec

  7. 7

    Merge slight left

    2.2 mi · 2 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward I 459 South: Atlanta, Montgomery

    2492 ft · 1 min

  9. 9

    Continue on John M. Harbert III Freeway

    17 mi · 18 min · John M. Harbert III Freeway

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward I 65: Birmingham, Montgomery

    979 ft · 24 sec

  11. 11

    Keep slight left to continue on I 65 South: Montgomery

    1.5 km · 2 min

  12. 12

    Merge slight left

    239.5 mi · 4 hr 19 min

  13. 13

    Take the exit slight right toward I 165: Mobile

    3185 ft · 42 sec

  14. 14

    Continue straight

    4.7 mi · 6 min

  15. 15

    Turn right onto Saint Joseph Street

    1977 ft · 1 min · Saint Joseph Street

  16. 16

    Turn right onto Saint Louis Street

    12 m · 1 sec · Saint Louis Street

  17. 17

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Saint Louis Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Center Point and Mobile.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
17 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
2 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
6.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 65 South
240 mi · 89%
John M. Harbert III Freeway
17 mi · 6%
I 165
5.27 mi · 2%
I 59 North
2.42 mi · 1%
Center Point Parkway
2.35 mi · 1%
Parkway East
1.67 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

I 65 South

Merge slight left

239 mi · 04h 19m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A longer out-and-back drive

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

Drive Time
03h 55m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
07h 52m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+50.9 mi
218.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Fort Deposit
01h 57m from Center Point
Leave By
9:08 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Center Point and Sunny near Mobile.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Center Point to Mobile?

The road trip is about 269.7 miles (434.1 km) and usually takes 03h 55m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Fort Deposit is a useful midpoint, sitting about 135.4 miles from Center Point and 134.4 miles from Mobile.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 218.8 miles (352.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 50.9 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.

When is the best time to leave for this route?

A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:08 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $36.05 one way or $72.10 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 84.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Center Point and Sunny near Mobile.

Stop Ideas Near Fort Deposit

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Fort Deposit, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Fort Deposit.

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Montgomery, AL

45 mi away
950 West South Boulevard
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Selma, AL

63 mi away
434 Broad Street
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Camden, AL

66 mi away
8 Claiborne Street \r\n8 Claiborne Street \r\n
BUS

Marion, AL

100 mi away
26400 Alabama Highway 14

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Center Point and Mobile. Straight-line distance: 218.86 mi (352.22 km).

Center Point

#1 Center Point

City in Jefferson County, Alabama, United States

Population16,864
Coordinates33.6456600, -86.6836000
Altitude253
CountryUnited States
Mobile

#2 Mobile

The second most populous city in Alabama.

Population187,746
Coordinates30.6943600, -88.0430500
Altitude3
CountryUnited States
Start: 23rd Avenue Northeast (-86.683596, 33.645744)
End: Saint Louis Street (-88.043038, 30.694332)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 434 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)08h 59m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)06h 44m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)05h 23m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)04h 29m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)03h 51m
80 mph (129 km/h)03h 21m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
9.52 gal
36.03 L · about $36.05
Round trip
$72.10
19.04 gal · 72.06 L
Estimated CO2
84.6 kg one way
Round trip: 169.2 kg / 373 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $36.05 $72.10
Mid-grade $4.26 $40.55 $81.09
Premium $4.63 $44.03 $88.06
Diesel $5.42 $51.55 $103.10

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Alabama · May 03, 2026

There is no time difference between Center Point and Mobile. The current time is 06:07:42.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.