Long Island to Mobile: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Long Island from Mobile?

The distance from Long Island to Mobile is 1085.8 miles (1747.5 km) as the crow flies. Mobile is located SW of Long Island. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1263.6 miles, taking about 23h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 41min. Both are located in United States — Long Island in New York and Mobile in Alabama.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Long Island and Mobile. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.