How far is Gulf Shores, AL from Huntsville, AL?

Fastest route

The route from Gulf Shores, Alabama to Huntsville, Alabama takes approximately 6 hours and 20 minutes, covering a distance of 370 miles. The directions include using roads such as AL-59 N, AL-41 N, I-20 E/I-59 N, I-65 N, and I-565 E. The endpoint is Spring St SW in Huntsville.

Directions

  1. From Gulf Shores, head north toward W Beach Blvd.
  2. Turn right onto W Beach Blvd and use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto Gulf Shores Pkwy.
  3. Continue straight onto AL-59 N/Gulf Shores Pkwy.
  4. Continue straight onto AL-59 N/S McKenzie St and follow AL-59 N.
  5. Continue on AL-59 N to Co Rd 1 in Monroe County.
  6. Continue straight onto Bay Minette Bypass/McMeans Ave and continue onto Bay Minette Bypass.
  7. Take AL-41 N, AL-5 N, I-20 E/I-59 N, I-65 N, and I-565 E to Jefferson St N in Huntsville. Take exit 19C from I-565 E.
  8. Turn right onto Lena Landegger Hwy, then slight left onto AL-221 N.
  9. Turn left to stay on AL-5 N and continue onto AL-5 N/AL-25 Truck N.
  10. Take the ramp onto I-20 E/I-59 N and then take exit 124C on the left to merge onto I-65 N toward Huntsville.
  11. Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 340 to merge onto I-565 E toward Huntsville.
  12. Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 19C for Jefferson St toward Downtown.
  13. Follow Jefferson St N and turn right onto Spring St SW, which will be your destination.

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🚗 Make sure to check the road conditions and any potential traffic updates before starting your journey.
  • ⛽ Plan your fuel stops along the way to ensure you have enough gas for the entire trip.
  • 📱 Consider using a GPS or navigation app to help you stay on track and navigate through any unfamiliar areas.
  • 🍴 Pack some snacks or plan for meal stops during the trip to keep yourself energized.
  • 💡 If possible, try to avoid peak traffic hours to have a smoother and less congested drive.
  • 🛣️ Stay attentive to road signs and follow the indicated directions to ensure you don't miss any turns.
  • 🚦 Observe traffic rules and regulations for a safe and enjoyable journey.

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Gulf Shores and Huntsville is 316.57 miles (509.47 km).

Flight distance from Gulf Shores, AL to Huntsville, AL is 316.57 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 45 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 41 minutes to travel from Gulf Shores to Huntsville with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Gulf Shores, Alabama to Huntsville, Alabama is: 376.32 miles (605.63 km) by car.

Driving from Gulf Shores to Huntsville will take approximately 05 hours 54 minutes.

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#1 Gulf Shores

City in Baldwin County, Alabama, United States

Population 13166
GPS Coordinates 30°14'46"N 87°42'3"W
Latitude 30.2460400
Longitude -87.7008200
Altitude 2
Country United States
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#2 Huntsville

The second most populous city in Alabama. It is located in the northern part of the state. Huntsville is known for its many space and aerospace industries, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the U.S. Space & Rocket Center and the Huntsville Museum of Art.

Population 202964
GPS Coordinates 34°43'49"N 86°35'9"W
Latitude 34.7304000
Longitude -86.5859400
Altitude 193
Country United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Gulf Shores and Huntsville

The distance between Gulf Shores and Huntsville is 606 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 06 hours 43 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.

There is no time difference between Gulf Shores and Huntsville. The current time is 02:00:40.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 12 hours 32 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 09 hours 24 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 07 hours 31 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 06 hours 16 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 05 hours 22 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 05 hours 01 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 04 hours 41 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 50.27 liters (13.28 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Gulf Shores and Huntsville.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Gulf Shores to Huntsville is $40.89 (diesel $55.33).

Alabama gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.08 $3.48 $3.86 $4.17
Total $40.89 $46.25 $51.24 $55.33

Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.

The average gas price (in Alabama ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.079 (Diesel $4.167) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 26, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Gulf Shores and Huntsville (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.

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