BY LAND
Cities like Atlanta, Chattanooga, Memphis, Nashville and Houston are all just a hop, skip or jump away via a car or an airplane. Even closer are New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Birmingham, Montgomery or Jackson which are just a few hours away.
Here is a link to local and regional maps to help you plan your visit.
TOLL BRIDGES
Traveling the Beach Express is your ticket to a fast, efficient trip to the beach. The Baldwin Beach Express originates at I-10 (exit 49) and ends in the heart of Orange Beach at Canal Road. A toll bridge is located at the south end of the Beach Express.
GROUND TRANSPORTATION
Gulf Shores and Orange Beach taxis and shuttle companies are available anytime day or night for your convenience. We also have Lyft and Uber servicing our area.
BY AIR
If flying is more your speed, most major airlines service the nearby Mobile Regional and Pensacola International Airports. Non-stop flights are available from many major cities. Both airports are about an hour's drive from the beach. We do not offer shuttle service to the airport; however, you can search shuttle, taxi and rental car companies by clicking here.
FERRY TRANSPORTATION
The Mobile Bay Ferry crosses the mouth of scenic Mobile Bay and connects SR 193 at Dauphin Island on the west side with SR 180 at Mobile Point on the east side (Fort Morgan). Ferry departures vary by season, for the most updated information, visit HMS Ferries.
- Loading for the Dauphin Island side is at 111 Bienville Blvd, Dauphin Island, AL 36528.
- Loading for the Fort Morgan side is at 110 State Highway 180, Gulf Shores, AL 36542.
- Mobile Bay Ferry Ticket Booth 251-861-3000