How far is Pike Road, AL from Mobile, AL?

Fastest route

The distance between Pike Rd, Alabama 36064 and Mobile, Alabama is approximately 178 miles (286 kilometers). The fastest route is currently via I-65 S, with an estimated travel time of 2 hours and 37 minutes.

Directions

  1. 🛣️ Start by getting on I-65 S from Trotman Rd, Snowdoun Chambers Rd, US-331 N, and Hyundai Blvd.
  2. 🚗 Head west on Glynlakes Dr toward Meriwether Rd.
  3. ➡️ Turn right onto Meriwether Rd.
  4. ↪️ Turn left onto US-231 S/US-82 E.
  5. ➡️ Turn right onto Trotman Rd.
  6. ➡️ Turn right onto Woodley Rd.
  7. ↪️ Turn left onto Snowdoun Chambers Rd.
  8. ➡️ Turn right onto Hobbie Rd.
  9. ↪️ Turn left onto Hyundai Blvd.
  10. ⬅️ Use the left two lanes to turn left onto US-31 S. Pass by Burger King (on the left in 0.6 mi).
  11. ➡️ Use the right lane to merge onto I-65 S via the ramp to Mobile.
  12. 🛣️ Follow I-65 S until you reach N Water St in Mobile.
  13. ⬅️ Keep left to stay on I-65 S.
  14. ➡️ Use the right two lanes to take exit 9 for I-165 S toward Prichard/Downtown Mobile.
  15. ➡️ Continue straight onto N Water St.

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🛣️ Plan your trip during off-peak hours to avoid heavy traffic.
  • 📱 Use a navigation app or GPS device to stay on track and receive real-time traffic updates.
  • ⛽ Make sure to fill up your gas tank before embarking on the journey.
  • 🚗 Check your vehicle's condition, including tire pressure and fluid levels, before starting a long drive.
  • 🚧 Be aware of any road closures or construction along the route, and follow detour signs if necessary.
  • ☕ Take breaks during the trip to stretch your legs and stay refreshed.
  • 📅 Consider checking the weather forecast for both Pike Rd and Mobile to prepare for any possible weather conditions along the way.
Trip Tools

Reverse, save, or send this route

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
186.51 mi
02h 45m
Flight
158.53 mi
255.13 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
158.53 mi
Kilometers
255.13 km
Flight Time
00h 19m

Driving Distance

Road route
186.51 mi
Kilometers
300.16 km
Drive Time
02h 45m

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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 02h 45m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Mobile
Thu, Apr 23, 3:10 AM CDT
Return by in Pike Road
Thu, Apr 23, 5:56 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Pike Road
2026-04-23T00:24
Arrive Mobile
Thu, Apr 23, 3:10 AM CDT
Route Timing
02h 45m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:46 AM to 12:46 PM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
12:58 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Pike Road
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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
Castleberry
AL

Town of the United States

From Pike Road
89.7 mi
01h 22m
To Mobile
96.7 mi
01h 22m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
84°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 Pike Road and Mobile.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Pike Road and Mobile.

  1. 1

    Start on Flinn Road

    41 m · 7 sec · Flinn Road

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Old Pike Road

    1065 ft · 32 sec · Old Pike Road

  3. 3

    Turn right onto Meriwether Road

    4.3 mi · 10 min · Meriwether Road

  4. 4

    Turn right onto Troy Highway

    5.5 mi · 8 min · Troy Highway

  5. 5

    Turn left onto South Boulevard

    5.5 mi · 8 min · South Boulevard

  6. 6

    Take the exit left toward I 65, US 80

    1660 ft · 40 sec

  7. 7

    Merge slight left

    157.9 mi · 2 hr 50 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward I 165: Mobile

    3185 ft · 42 sec

  9. 9

    Continue straight

    4.7 mi · 6 min

  10. 10

    Turn right onto Saint Joseph Street

    1977 ft · 1 min · Saint Joseph Street

  11. 11

    Turn right onto Saint Louis Street

    12 m · 1 sec · Saint Louis Street

  12. 12

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Saint Louis Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Pike Road 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
12 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
6.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 65
158 mi · 85%
South Boulevard
5.52 mi · 3%
Troy Highway
5.47 mi · 3%
I 165
5.27 mi · 3%
Meriwether Road
4.34 mi · 2%
Saint Joseph Street
0.37 mi
Longest Stretch

I 65

Merge slight left

158 mi · 02h 50m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 45m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 32m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+28 mi
158.5 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Castleberry
01h 22m from Pike Road
Leave By
12:58 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Pike Road 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 Pike Road to Mobile?

The road trip is about 186.5 miles (300.2 km) and usually takes 02h 45m 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?

Castleberry is a useful midpoint, sitting about 89.7 miles from Pike Road and 96.7 miles from Mobile.

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

The direct path is about 158.5 miles (255.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 28 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 $24.92 one way or $49.84 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 58.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Pike Road and Mostly Sunny near Mobile.

Stop Ideas Near Castleberry

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

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Castleberry, 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 Castleberry.

BUS

Camden, AL

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

Grove Hill, AL

84 mi away
430 South Jackson Street
BUS

Jackson, AL

86 mi away
3603 North College Avenue
BUS

Mt. Vernon, AL

96 mi away
20890 US Highway 43

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Pike Road and Mobile. Straight-line distance: 158.53 mi (255.13 km).

Pike Road

#1 Pike Road

Town

Population10,552
Coordinates32.2843100, -86.1030200
Altitude90
CountryUnited States
Mobile

#2 Mobile

The second most populous city in Alabama.

Population187,746
Coordinates30.6943600, -88.0430500
Altitude3
CountryUnited States
Start: Flinn Road (-86.102935, 32.284622)
End: Saint Louis Street (-88.043038, 30.694332)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 300 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)06h 12m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)04h 39m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 43m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 06m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 39m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 19m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
6.58 gal
24.91 L · about $24.92
Round trip
$49.84
13.16 gal · 49.82 L
Estimated CO2
58.5 kg one way
Round trip: 117 kg / 258 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $24.92 $49.84
Mid-grade $4.26 $28.02 $56.05
Premium $4.63 $30.43 $60.87
Diesel $5.42 $35.63 $71.26

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 Pike Road and Mobile. The current time is 00:24:49.

Distance to Other Cities

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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.