How far is Theodore, AL from Gulf Shores, AL?
The driving distance from Theodore, AL to Gulf Shores, AL is about 60.9 miles (98 km), with a travel time of about 01h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 35.1 miles (56.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 50m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 25m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Theodore and Gulf Shores.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Theodore and Gulf Shores.
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Start on the route
72 m · 24 sec
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Turn left onto Government Boulevard
2.1 mi · 4 min · Government Boulevard
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Take the ramp slight right
2627 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
10.5 mi · 12 min
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Keep slight left
17.5 mi · 20 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AL 59: Loxley, Bay Minette
1712 ft · 42 sec
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Turn right
20.2 mi · 32 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 Theodore and Gulf Shores.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn right
20.2 mi · 00h 32m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Theodore and Sunny near Gulf Shores.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Theodore to Gulf Shores?
The road trip is about 60.9 miles (98 km) and usually takes 01h 25m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Loxley is a useful midpoint, sitting about 30.4 miles from Theodore and 30.4 miles from Gulf Shores.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 35.1 miles (56.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.8 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:40 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.50 one way or $17.00 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Theodore and Sunny near Gulf Shores.
Stop Ideas Near Loxley
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 Loxley.
Mobile Bus Station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Theodore and Gulf Shores. Straight-line distance: 35.13 mi (56.53 km).
#1 Theodore
Place in Alabama, USA
| Population | 6,130 |
| Coordinates | 30.5476900, -88.1752800 |
| Altitude | 18 |
| 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: 98 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 45m |
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 | $3.95 | $8.50 | $17.00 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $9.52 | $19.04 |
| Premium | $4.84 | $10.40 | $20.79 |
| Diesel | $5.93 | $12.76 | $25.52 |
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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