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
- Head west on 23rd Ave NE toward Center Point Pkwy.
- Turn left at the 1st cross street onto AL-75 S/Center Point Pkwy.
- Keep left to stay on AL-75 S, passing by Wendy's on the right in 2.7 mi.
- Use the right 2 lanes to turn right to merge onto I-59 S.
- Take exit 97 for US-11 S/AL-5 toward W Blocton/Centreville.
- Turn left onto AL-5 S/US-11 S, passing by Jack's on the left in 0.4 mi.
- 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.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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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.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Route Weather Snapshot
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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.
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Start on 23rd Avenue Northeast
22 m · 10 sec · 23rd Avenue Northeast
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Turn left onto Center Point Parkway
2.4 mi · 5 min · Center Point Parkway
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Continue on Parkway East
1.6 mi · 3 min · Parkway East
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Continue on Parkway East
69 m · 6 sec · Parkway East
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Continue on Roebuck Parkway
1449 ft · 37 sec · Roebuck Parkway
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Turn left onto I 59 North: Gadsden
1057 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
2.2 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 459 South: Atlanta, Montgomery
2492 ft · 1 min
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Continue on John M. Harbert III Freeway
17 mi · 18 min · John M. Harbert III Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 65: Birmingham, Montgomery
979 ft · 24 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 65 South: Montgomery
1.5 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
239.5 mi · 4 hr 19 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 165: Mobile
3185 ft · 42 sec
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Continue straight
4.7 mi · 6 min
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Turn right onto Saint Joseph Street
1977 ft · 1 min · Saint Joseph Street
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Turn right onto Saint Louis Street
12 m · 1 sec · Saint Louis Street
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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.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
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.
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.
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.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Fort Deposit.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Center Point and Mobile. Straight-line distance: 218.86 mi (352.22 km).
#1 Center Point
City in Jefferson County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 16,864 |
| Coordinates | 33.6456600, -86.6836000 |
| Altitude | 253 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Mobile
The second most populous city in Alabama.
| Population | 187,746 |
| Coordinates | 30.6943600, -88.0430500 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| Country | United States |
End: Saint Louis Street (-88.043038, 30.694332)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 434 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 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.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| 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.
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