How far is Selma, AL from Mobile, AL?
The driving distance from Selma, AL to Mobile, AL is about 158.5 miles (255.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 132.8 miles (213.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 42m 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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Halfway Point
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Town in Alabama, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Selma and Mobile.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Selma and Mobile.
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Start on Alabama Avenue
89 m · 10 sec · Alabama Avenue
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Turn right onto Church Street
958 ft · 36 sec · Church Street
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Turn left onto Dallas Avenue
27.6 mi · 47 min · Dallas Avenue
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Continue on State Route 5
21.2 mi · 31 min · State Route 5
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Continue on Broad Street
3.8 mi · 6 min · Broad Street
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Continue on State Route 5
7.5 mi · 11 min · State Route 5
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Continue straight
82.5 mi · 1 hr 35 min
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Take the exit right
2545 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
9.2 mi · 10 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 Selma 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.
State Route 5
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82.5 mi · 01h 35m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Selma and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Mobile.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Selma to Mobile?
The road trip is about 158.5 miles (255.1 km) and usually takes 02h 51m 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?
Grove Hill is a useful midpoint, sitting about 79.2 miles from Selma and 79.3 miles from Mobile.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 132.8 miles (213.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.7 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.17 one way or $42.34 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms around Selma and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Mobile.
Stop Ideas Near Grove Hill
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Selma and Mobile. Straight-line distance: 132.77 mi (213.68 km).
#1 Selma
City in and county seat of Dallas County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 16,671 |
| Coordinates | 32.4073600, -87.0211000 |
| Altitude | 38 |
| 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: 255 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 58m |
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 | $21.17 | $42.34 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $23.81 | $47.62 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $25.85 | $51.71 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $30.27 | $60.54 |
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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