Concord, North Carolina to Gulf Shores: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Concord, North Carolina from Gulf Shores?
The distance from Concord, North Carolina to Gulf Shores is 545.7 miles (878.2 km) as the crow flies. Gulf Shores is located SW of Concord, North Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 654.8 miles, taking about 13h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 36min. Both are located in United States — Concord, North Carolina in North Carolina and Gulf Shores 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.
Coordinates come from public place data for Concord, North Carolina 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 Concord, North Carolina to Gulf Shores
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 182 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 45 hours
- You could travel this distance about 45.6 times to circle the Earth's equator