Gulf Shores to Tucson: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1379.1 miles 2219.4 km · straight line
1575.1 miles actual route 2534.9 km · driving distance
27h 28min estimated drive time
$152 - $187 estimated fuel cost
~3h 16min flight time
282° WNW bearing direction

How far is Gulf Shores from Tucson?

The distance from Gulf Shores to Tucson is 1379.1 miles (2219.4 km) as the crow flies. Tucson is located WNW of Gulf Shores. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1575.1 miles, taking about 27h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 16min. Both are located in United States — Gulf Shores in Alabama and Tucson 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 Tucson. 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 Tucson

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 27h 28min $152 - $187 Flexible stops
Fly ~3h 16min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~32h 58min $126–$236* Budget
Train ~35h 42min $189–$551* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Gulf Shores & Tucson

Quick Facts

Gulf Shores
30.25°N, 87.70°W
America/Chicago
3m elevation
Tucson
32.22°N, 110.97°W
America/Phoenix
728m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 460 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 115 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 18.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM