Gulf Shores to Waco: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Gulf Shores from Waco?
The distance from Gulf Shores to Waco is 567 miles (912.5 km) as the crow flies. Waco is located WNW of Gulf Shores. By car, the driving distance is approximately 680.4 miles, taking about 13h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 38min. Both are located in United States — Gulf Shores in Alabama and Waco 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 Waco. 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 Waco
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 189 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 47 hours
- You could travel this distance about 43.9 times to circle the Earth's equator