How far is Kimberly, AL from Mobile, AL?

Fastest route

The distance between Kimberly, Alabama, USA, and Mobile, Alabama, USA is approximately 254 miles, and the estimated travel time is 4 hours and 13 minutes.

Directions

  1. Start by heading south on US-31 S toward Lucas Dr.
  2. Turn right onto Barber Blvd.
  3. Merge onto I-65 S and continue on I-20 W/I-59 S toward Tuscaloosa.
  4. Take exit 97 for US-11 S/AL-5 toward W Blocton/Centreville.
  5. Keep left and follow signs for West Blocton/Centreville/Cahaba Riv NWRT.
  6. Turn left onto AL-5 S/US-11 S and continue to follow AL-5 S.
  7. Turn right to stay on AL-5 S, then turn left onto Oak Grove St, followed by a right onto Church St.
  8. Continue onto Leroy Randolph Rd, then turn right onto Co Rd 1/Kost Rd, and continue to follow Co Rd 1.
  9. Continue on US-43 S and drive to N Water St in Mobile.
  10. Slight right to merge onto I-65 S toward Mobile.
  11. Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 9 for I-165 S toward Prichard/Downtown Mobile.
  12. Continue straight onto N Water St.

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🚗 Make sure to have enough fuel for the journey.
  • 📱 Use a navigation app or GPS device to stay on the right path.
  • 🛣️ Keep an eye out for road signs to ensure you're following the correct route.
  • ⚠️ Observe traffic rules and regulations throughout your journey.
  • 🚧 Be prepared for any potential road constructions or detours along the way.
  • 🍽️ Consider planning rest stops or dining options along the route to break up the journey.
  • 📅 Check for any real-time traffic updates to anticipate delays or congestions.
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
277.34 mi
04h 06m
Flight
224.54 mi
361.36 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
224.54 mi
Kilometers
361.36 km
Flight Time
00h 27m

Driving Distance

Road route
277.34 mi
Kilometers
446.34 km
Drive Time
04h 06m

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 04h 06m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Mobile
Thu, Apr 23, 4:20 AM CDT
Return by in Kimberly
Thu, Apr 23, 8:27 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Kimberly
2026-04-23T00:13
Arrive Mobile
Thu, Apr 23, 4:20 AM CDT
Route Timing
04h 06m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
10:07 AM to 12:07 PM CDT

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

Leave by
8:46 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Kimberly
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

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

Mid-route stop
Fort Deposit
AL

Town

From Kimberly
137.6 mi
02h 03m
To Mobile
139.7 mi
02h 03m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
83°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph SE
Destination
82°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 15 mph SE

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Kimberly and Mobile.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    3.9 mi · 6 min

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Mary Buckelew Parkway

    1614 ft · 35 sec · Mary Buckelew Parkway

  3. 3

    Take the ramp left

    1181 ft · 29 sec

  4. 4

    Merge slight left

    9 mi · 10 min

  5. 5

    Take the exit slight right toward I 22 West, US 31: Memphis, Fultondale

    2715 ft · 38 sec

  6. 6

    Keep slight left to continue on I 22 West: Memphis

    2666 ft · 38 sec

  7. 7

    Keep slight left to continue on Montgomery

    1940 ft · 28 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left

    254.5 mi · 4 hr 38 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward I 165: Mobile

    3185 ft · 42 sec

  10. 10

    Continue straight

    4.7 mi · 6 min

  11. 11

    Turn right onto Saint Joseph Street

    1977 ft · 1 min · Saint Joseph Street

  12. 12

    Turn right onto Saint Louis Street

    12 m · 1 sec · Saint Louis Street

  13. 13

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Saint Louis Street

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Interchange-aware route

The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.

Directions
13 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
2 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
4.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Montgomery
255 mi · 92%
Mary Buckelew Parkway
9.57 mi · 3%
I 165
5.27 mi · 2%
I 22 West
1.02 mi
Saint Joseph Street
0.37 mi
Saint Louis Street
0.01 mi
Longest Stretch

Montgomery

Merge slight left

254 mi · 04h 38m

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
04h 06m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
08h 14m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+52.7 mi
224.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Fort Deposit
02h 03m from Kimberly
Leave By
8:46 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Kimberly and Mostly Sunny near Mobile.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Kimberly to Mobile?

The road trip is about 277.3 miles (446.3 km) and usually takes 04h 06m 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 137.6 miles from Kimberly and 139.7 miles from Mobile.

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

The direct path is about 224.6 miles (361.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 52.7 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 8:46 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $37.07 one way or $74.15 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 87 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Kimberly and Mostly 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 Kimberly and Mobile. Straight-line distance: 224.54 mi (361.36 km).

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#1 Kimberly

Human settlement in Jefferson County, Alabama, United States of America

Population3,620
Coordinates33.7734400, -86.8138800
Altitude141
CountryUnited States
Mobile

#2 Mobile

The second most populous city in Alabama.

Population187,746
Coordinates30.6943600, -88.0430500
Altitude3
CountryUnited States
Start: US 31 (-86.81387, 33.773443)
End: Saint Louis Street (-88.043038, 30.694332)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 446 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)09h 14m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)06h 56m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)05h 32m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)04h 37m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)03h 57m
80 mph (129 km/h)03h 27m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
9.79 gal
37.05 L · about $37.07
Round trip
$74.15
19.58 gal · 74.1 L
Estimated CO2
87 kg one way
Round trip: 174 kg / 384 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $37.07 $74.15
Mid-grade $4.26 $41.70 $83.39
Premium $4.63 $45.28 $90.56
Diesel $5.42 $53.01 $106.03

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 · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Kimberly and Mobile. The current time is 00:13:34.

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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.