Gulf Shores to San Antonio: Road Trip Guide & Distance

649.1 miles 1044.6 km · straight line
709.2 miles actual route 1141.4 km · driving distance
13h 9min estimated drive time
$68 - $84 estimated fuel cost
~1h 48min flight time
268° W bearing direction

How far is Gulf Shores from San Antonio?

The distance from Gulf Shores to San Antonio is 649.1 miles (1044.6 km) as the crow flies. San Antonio is located W of Gulf Shores. By car, the driving distance is approximately 709.2 miles, taking about 13h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 48min. Both are located in United States — Gulf Shores in Alabama and San Antonio in Texas.

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 San Antonio. 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 San Antonio

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 9min $68 - $84 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 47min $57–$106* Budget
Train ~17h 6min $85–$248* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Gulf Shores & San Antonio

Quick Facts

Gulf Shores
30.25°N, 87.70°W
America/Chicago
3m elevation
San Antonio
29.42°N, 98.49°W
America/Chicago
198m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 216 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 54 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 38.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM