Gulf Shores to Memphis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

365.2 miles 587.8 km · straight line
427 miles actual route 687.2 km · driving distance
8h 33min estimated drive time
$41 - $51 estimated fuel cost
~1h 14min flight time
339° NNW bearing direction

How far is Gulf Shores from Memphis?

The distance from Gulf Shores to Memphis is 365.2 miles (587.8 km) as the crow flies. Memphis is located NNW of Gulf Shores. By car, the driving distance is approximately 427 miles, taking about 8h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 14min. Both are located in United States — Gulf Shores in Alabama and Memphis in Tennessee.

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 Memphis. 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 Gulf Shores to Memphis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 33min $41 - $51 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 14min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 16min $34–$64* Budget
Train ~8h 7min $51–$149* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Gulf Shores & Memphis

Quick Facts

Gulf Shores
30.25°N, 87.70°W
America/Chicago
3m elevation
Memphis
35.15°N, 90.05°W
America/Chicago
102m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 122 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 30 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 68.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM