Anna Maria Island to Gulf Shores: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Anna Maria Island from Gulf Shores?
The distance from Anna Maria Island to Gulf Shores is 354.2 miles (570.1 km) as the crow flies. Gulf Shores is located WNW of Anna Maria Island. By car, the driving distance is approximately 425.1 miles, taking about 8h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 13min. Both are located in United States — Anna Maria Island in Florida and Gulf Shores 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 Anna Maria Island and Gulf Shores. 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.
How to Get from Anna Maria Island to Gulf Shores
Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 118 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 30 hours
- You could travel this distance about 70.3 times to circle the Earth's equator