How far is Montgomery, AL from Mobile, AL?

Fastest route

The route from Montgomery, Alabama to Mobile, Alabama via I-65 S is approximately 169 miles and takes about 2 hours and 24 minutes. This is the fastest route considering current traffic conditions.

Directions

To get to Mobile from Montgomery, follow these directions:

Start on N Perry St heading north toward Madison Ave.
Turn left at the first cross street onto Madison Ave.
Bibb St will slightly turn right and become Clay St.
Use the left lane to turn left onto Dickerson St.
Merge onto I-65 S toward Mobile.
Stay on I-65 S and follow the highway.
Keep left to stay on I-65 S.
Use the right two lanes to take exit 9 for I-165 S toward Prichard/Downtown Mobile.
Continue straight onto N Water St.

Tips & Suggestions

⏰ Leave early or plan your trip outside of peak traffic hours to avoid congestion.
⛽ Make sure to have a full tank of gas before starting the journey.
🚗 Check the weather conditions and road closures along the way.
📱 Use a navigation app or GPS device to stay on the correct route.
🥪 Pack snacks and drinks for the road to stay refreshed.
🧴 Don't forget to bring essentials like tissues, hand sanitizer, and wet wipes.
🚧 Be aware of construction zones and follow any detour signs.
🚘 Observe speed limits and drive safely throughout your journey.
📞 Save emergency contact numbers and have a phone charger available.
🚦 Pay attention to traffic signs and signals along the route.

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Montgomery and Mobile is 154.56 miles (248.74 km).

Flight distance from Montgomery, AL to Mobile, AL is 154.56 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 20 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 18 minutes to travel from Montgomery to Mobile with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Montgomery, Alabama to Mobile, Alabama is: 168.72 miles (271.53 km) by car.

Driving from Montgomery to Mobile will take approximately 02 hours 24 minutes.

#1 Montgomery

The capital of Alabama. It is located in the central part of the state. Montgomery is known for its many civil rights landmarks, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Alabama State Capitol and the Rosa Parks Museum.

Population	196268
GPS Coordinates	32°22'1"N 86°17'60"W
Latitude	32.3668100
Longitude	-86.2999700
Altitude	73
Country	United States

#2 Mobile

The second most populous city in Alabama. It is located on the Mobile Bay in southern Alabama. Mobile is known for its many Mardi Gras celebrations, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park and the Mobile Museum of Art.

Population	187746
GPS Coordinates	30°41'40"N 88°2'35"W
Latitude	30.6943600
Longitude	-88.0430500
Altitude	3
Country	United States

Starting point in Montgomery: South Union Street (-86.300031,32.366809)
Ending point in Mobile: Saint Louis Street (-88.043038,30.694332)

Estimated Travel Time Between Montgomery and Mobile

The distance between Montgomery and Mobile is 272 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 01 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.

There is no time difference between Montgomery and Mobile. The current time is 02:41:36.

Average Speed	Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h)	05 hours 37 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h)	04 hours 13 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h)	03 hours 22 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h)	02 hours 48 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h)	02 hours 24 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h)	02 hours 14 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h)	02 hours 06 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 22.54 liters (5.95 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Montgomery and Mobile.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Montgomery to Mobile is $18.33 (diesel $24.81).

Alabama gas prices.

	Gasoline	Mid Grade	Premium	Diesel
Gallon	$3.08	$3.48	$3.86	$4.17
Total	$18.33	$20.74	$22.98	$24.81

Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.

The average gas price (in Alabama ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.079 (Diesel $4.167) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 18, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Montgomery and Mobile (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.