How far is Auburn, AL from Gulf Shores, AL?
The driving distance from Auburn, AL to Gulf Shores, AL is about 242.2 miles (389.8 km), with a travel time of about 04h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 209.3 miles (336.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 39m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Auburn and Gulf Shores.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Auburn and Gulf Shores.
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Start on the route
89 m · 26 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North College Street
3.8 mi · 8 min · North College Street
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Take the ramp slight right toward I-85 South: Montgomery
1792 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left
51 mi · 56 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 65 South: Mobile, Day Street
922 ft · 16 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I-65 South: Mobile
1236 ft · 21 sec
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Continue on I 65 South: Mobile
603 ft · 15 sec
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Merge slight left
132.8 mi · 2 hr 23 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 287: Gulf Shores, Parkway, Bay Minette, Rabun
1397 ft · 39 sec
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Turn left onto Rabun Road
4.3 mi · 7 min · Rabun Road
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Continue on Bay Minette Bypass
5.5 mi · 9 min · Bay Minette Bypass
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Continue on Gulf Shores Parkway
17.4 mi · 22 min · Gulf Shores Parkway
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Continue straight
16.5 mi · 27 min
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Keep slight right to continue on South McKenzie Street
3.1 mi · 4 min · South McKenzie Street
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Continue on State Hwy 59
1.5 mi · 2 min · State Hwy 59
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Continue on Gulf Shores Parkway
4.4 mi · 8 min · Gulf Shores Parkway
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Turn right onto West Beach Boulevard
1.1 km · 2 min · West Beach Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Beach Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Auburn and Gulf Shores.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 65 South
Merge slight left
133 mi · 02h 23m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Auburn and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Gulf Shores.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Auburn to Gulf Shores?
The road trip is about 242.2 miles (389.8 km) and usually takes 04h 49m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
McKenzie is a useful midpoint, sitting about 121.2 miles from Auburn and 121 miles from Gulf Shores.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 209.3 miles (336.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 32.9 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:20 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $32.38 one way or $64.76 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 76 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Auburn and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Gulf Shores.
Stop Ideas Near McKenzie
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to McKenzie.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Auburn and Gulf Shores. Straight-line distance: 209.28 mi (336.81 km).
#1 Auburn
The most populous city in Lee County, Alabama.
| Population | 68,343 |
| Coordinates | 32.6098600, -85.4807800 |
| Altitude | 215 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gulf Shores
City in Baldwin County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 13,166 |
| Coordinates | 30.2460400, -87.7008200 |
| Altitude | 2 |
| Country | United States |
End: Gulf Shores (-87.70082, 30.24604)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 390 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 02m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 01m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.79 | $32.38 | $64.76 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $36.41 | $72.83 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $39.54 | $79.09 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $46.30 | $92.60 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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