How far is Gulf Shores, AL from Tuscaloosa, AL?
Fastest route
The distance between Gulf Shores, AL and Tuscaloosa, AL is 204.92 miles (329.9 kilometers) by car, following the I-65 S route. The drive time is approximately 4 hours and 51 minutes. The halfway point is Greenville, AL.
Here are some recommended routes from Gulf Shores to Tuscaloosa by car:
- Route 1: 4 hours and 51 minutes, 204.92 miles
- Ala. 59 S
- I-65 S
- Route 2: 4 hours and 57 minutes, 212.7 miles
- Ala. 59 S
- US-43 S
- I-65 S
- Route 3: 5 hours and 10 minutes, 229.5 miles
- Ala. 59 S
- US-43 S
- I-20 W/I-59 S
- I-65 S
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Gulf Shores and Tuscaloosa is 204.92 miles (329.79 km).
Flight distance from Gulf Shores, AL to Tuscaloosa, AL is 204.92 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 33 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 29 minutes to travel from Gulf Shores to Tuscaloosa with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Gulf Shores, Alabama to Tuscaloosa, Alabama is: 273.97 miles (440.91 km) by car.
Driving from Gulf Shores to Tuscaloosa will take approximately 04 hours 43 minutes.
#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 |
#2 Tuscaloosa
The most populous city in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama. It is located on the Black Warrior River in west-central Alabama. Tuscaloosa is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the University of Alabama campus and the Tuscaloosa Museum of Art.
| Population | 102819 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 33°12'35"N 87°34'9"W |
| Latitude | 33.2098400 |
| Longitude | -87.5691700 |
| Altitude | 68 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Tuscaloosa: (-87.569166,33.209831)
Estimated Travel Time Between Gulf Shores and Tuscaloosa
The distance between Gulf Shores and Tuscaloosa is 441 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 04 hours 53 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 Tuscaloosa. The current time is 23:06:05.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09 hours 07 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06 hours 50 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05 hours 28 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04 hours 33 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03 hours 54 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 03 hours 39 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 03 hours 25 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 36.6 liters (9.67 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Gulf Shores and Tuscaloosa.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Gulf Shores to Tuscaloosa is $29.77 (diesel $40.28).
Alabama gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.08 | $3.48 | $3.86 | $4.17 |
| Total | $29.77 | $33.67 | $37.31 | $40.28 |
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 April 27, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Gulf Shores and Tuscaloosa (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
