Gulf Shores to Houston: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Gulf Shores from Houston?
The distance from Gulf Shores to Houston is 460 miles (740.3 km) as the crow flies. Houston is located W of Gulf Shores. By car, the driving distance is approximately 515.7 miles, taking about 9h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 26min. Both are located in United States — Gulf Shores in Alabama and Houston in Texas.
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 Gulf Shores and Houston. 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.
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 153 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 38 hours
- You could travel this distance about 54.1 times to circle the Earth's equator