Gulf Shores to Ozark: Road Trip Guide & Distance

564.9 miles 909.1 km · straight line
677.9 miles estimated 1090.9 km · driving distance
13h 38min estimated drive time
$65 - $80 estimated fuel cost
~1h 38min flight time
327° NNW bearing direction

How far is Gulf Shores from Ozark?

The distance from Gulf Shores to Ozark is 564.9 miles (909.1 km) as the crow flies. Ozark is located NNW of Gulf Shores. By car, the driving distance is approximately 677.9 miles, taking about 13h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 38min. Both are located in United States — Gulf Shores in Alabama and Ozark in Missouri.

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 Gulf Shores and Ozark. 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 Gulf Shores to Ozark

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 38min $65 - $80 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 38min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 22min $54–$102* Budget
Train ~17h 43min $81–$237* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Gulf Shores & Ozark

Quick Facts

Gulf Shores
30.25°N, 87.70°W
America/Chicago
3m elevation
Ozark
37.02°N, 93.21°W
America/Chicago
356m 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 44.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients