Gulf Shores to Phoenix: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1444.1 miles 2324.1 km · straight line
1687.3 miles actual route 2715.5 km · driving distance
29h 27min estimated drive time
$162 - $200 estimated fuel cost
~3h 24min flight time
285° WNW bearing direction

How far is Gulf Shores from Phoenix?

The distance from Gulf Shores to Phoenix is 1444.1 miles (2324.1 km) as the crow flies. Phoenix is located WNW of Gulf Shores. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1687.3 miles, taking about 29h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 24min. Both are located in United States — Gulf Shores in Alabama and Phoenix in Arizona.

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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Gulf Shores and Phoenix. 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 Phoenix

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 29h 27min $162 - $200 Flexible stops
Fly ~3h 24min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~35h 20min $135–$253* Budget
Train ~38h 17min $202–$591* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Gulf Shores & Phoenix

Quick Facts

Gulf Shores
30.25°N, 87.70°W
America/Chicago
3m elevation
Phoenix
33.45°N, 112.07°W
America/Phoenix
331m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 481 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 120 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 17.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM