Gainesville, Florida to Mobile: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Gainesville, Florida from Mobile?

The distance from Gainesville, Florida to Mobile is 348.8 miles (561.4 km) as the crow flies. Mobile is located WNW of Gainesville, Florida. By car, the driving distance is approximately 418.6 miles, taking about 8h 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 12min. Both are located in United States — Gainesville, Florida in Florida and Mobile in Alabama.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Gainesville, Florida and Mobile. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.