Houston to Mobile by bus
Mobile lies 711 km (442 mi) east of Houston, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 13 h including stops, over roughly 867 km (539 mi) of road.
| Houston | Mobile | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 2.3 million | 183,289 |
| Elevation | 30 m (98 ft) | 12 m (39 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Postal codes | 77001–77299 | 36601–36695 |
Where to book buses from Houston to Mobile
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Staying in Mobile
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Common questions
How far is Mobile from Houston?
711 km (442 mi) in a straight line, east of Houston; by road roughly 867 km (539 mi).
How long does it take to get from Houston to Mobile by bus?
About 13 h, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Houston and Mobile?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.