How far is Hartford, AL from Mobile, AL?
The driving distance from Hartford, AL to Mobile, AL is about 176.9 miles (284.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 141.9 miles (228.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 32m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 46m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hartford and Mobile.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hartford and Mobile.
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Start on North 3rd Avenue
1.4 mi · 3 min · North 3rd Avenue
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Turn left
6.9 mi · 10 min
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Continue straight
16.3 mi · 25 min
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 10 West: Pensacola
2305 ft · 56 sec
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Merge slight left
149.5 mi · 2 hr 41 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 90, US 98: Government Street
2267 ft · 43 sec
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Keep slight left
56 m · 6 sec
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Continue on US 98
117 m · 12 sec · US 98
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Continue on Bankhead Tunnel
3117 ft · 1 min · Bankhead Tunnel
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Continue on Government Street
587 ft · 14 sec · Government Street
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Turn right onto South Conception Street
1785 ft · 1 min · South Conception Street
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Turn right onto Saint Louis Street
102 m · 12 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 Hartford 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 10 West
Merge slight left
149 mi · 02h 41m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny leaving Hartford and Partly Sunny near Mobile.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hartford to Mobile?
The road trip is about 176.9 miles (284.7 km) and usually takes 02h 46m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Lockhart is a useful midpoint, sitting about 88 miles from Hartford and 88.9 miles from Mobile.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 141.9 miles (228.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 35 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.63 one way or $47.26 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 55.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Hartford and Partly Sunny near Mobile.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hartford and Mobile. Straight-line distance: 141.92 mi (228.4 km).
#1 Hartford
City in Alabama
| Population | 2,591 |
| Coordinates | 31.1024000, -85.6968800 |
| Altitude | 83 |
| 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: 285 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 56m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 12m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $23.63 | $47.26 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $26.58 | $53.15 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $28.86 | $57.72 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $33.79 | $67.58 |
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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