Air Travel
- Companies: Delta Air Lines, American Airlines
- Duration: Approximately 5 hours 30 minutes (including layover)
- Distance: 1,000 miles (1,600 km)
- Costs: €200 - €350 (depending on the time of booking and class)
- Roads/Routes: Not applicable for air travel, but you'll fly into Mobile Regional Airport (MOB), then drive to Grove Hill.
Pro Tip: Check for flights that offer direct routes to Mobile for shorter layover times.
For a seamless journey, book your connecting ground transportation from Mobile to Grove Hill in advance. The distance from Mobile to Grove Hill is about 55 miles, taking approximately 1 hour 15 minutes by car.
Ground Travel (Car)
- Duration: Approximately 18 hours
- Distance: 1,180 miles (1900 km)
- Costs: Estimated fuel costs are around €150 (based on a fuel price of €1.50 per liter and an average fuel efficiency of 25 MPG).
- Roads/Routes: Take I-95 S from New York, then I-81 S, connecting to I-85 S towards Montgomery, and finally US-43 S to Grove Hill.
Pro Tip: Plan your stops in advance to take breaks in interesting towns along the way, such as Roanoke, VA and Montgomery, AL.
If you prefer flexibility and wish to explore along the route, driving would be a solid option despite the longer duration.
Bus Travel
- Companies: Greyhound, Megabus
- Duration: Approximately 22 hours (including transfers)
- Distance: 1,180 miles (1900 km)
- Costs: Approximately €100 - €150 (based on booking in advance)
- Roads/Routes: Various interstates used depending on stops, primarily I-95 S and I-85 S.
Pro Tip: Bring along snacks and a travel blanket for comfort, as bus rides can be lengthy and temperatures can vary.
While this is the most economical travel option, it’s worth the consideration if you’re on a budget and don’t mind the travel time.