Dallas, Texas to Gulf Shores: Road Trip Guide & Distance

563.4 miles 906.7 km · straight line
637.7 miles actual route 1026.2 km · driving distance
12h 10min estimated drive time
$61 - $76 estimated fuel cost
~1h 38min flight time
106° ESE bearing direction

How far is Dallas, Texas from Gulf Shores?

The distance from Dallas, Texas to Gulf Shores is 563.4 miles (906.7 km) as the crow flies. Gulf Shores is located ESE of Dallas, Texas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 637.7 miles, taking about 12h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 38min. Both are located in United States — Dallas, Texas in Texas 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Dallas, Texas and Gulf Shores. 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.

How to Get from Dallas, Texas to Gulf Shores

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 10min $61 - $76 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 38min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 36min $51–$96* Budget
Train ~15h 49min $77–$223* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Dallas, Texas & Gulf Shores

Quick Facts

Dallas, Texas
32.78°N, 96.80°W
America/Chicago
131m elevation
Gulf Shores
30.25°N, 87.70°W
America/Chicago
3m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 188 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 47 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 44.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM