How far is Taylor, AL from Mobile, AL?
The driving distance from Taylor, AL to Mobile, AL is about 185.8 miles (299 km), with a travel time of about 02h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 156 miles (251.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 59m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 59m.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Taylor and Mobile.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Taylor and Mobile.
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Start on Taylor Road
26 m · 5 sec · Taylor Road
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Turn left
3.3 mi · 6 min
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Turn slight right
1.8 mi · 3 min
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Turn right
7.4 mi · 10 min
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Continue straight
18.6 mi · 30 min
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 10 West: Pensacola
2486 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
157.5 mi · 2 hr 50 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 Taylor 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
157 mi · 02h 50m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Taylor to Mobile?
The road trip is about 185.8 miles (299 km) and usually takes 02h 59m 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 95.2 miles from Taylor and 90.5 miles from Mobile.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 156 miles (251.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 29.8 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 12:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.80 one way or $49.61 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 58.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Taylor and Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Mobile.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Taylor and Mobile. Straight-line distance: 156.02 mi (251.09 km).
#1 Taylor
Town in Alabama, United States
| Population | 2,440 |
| Coordinates | 31.1649000, -85.4682700 |
| Altitude | 101 |
| 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: 299 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 05m |
| 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.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.79 | $24.80 | $49.61 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $27.90 | $55.79 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $30.29 | $60.59 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $35.47 | $70.94 |
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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