Abilene to Memphis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

586.2 miles 943.4 km · straight line
632.7 miles actual route 1018.3 km · driving distance
11h 1min estimated drive time
$61 - $75 estimated fuel cost
~1h 41min flight time
69° ENE bearing direction

How far is Abilene from Memphis?

The distance from Abilene to Memphis is 586.2 miles (943.4 km) as the crow flies. Memphis is located ENE of Abilene. By car, the driving distance is approximately 632.7 miles, taking about 11h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 41min. Both are located in United States — Abilene in Texas and Memphis in Tennessee.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Abilene and Memphis. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Abilene to Memphis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 1min $61 - $75 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 41min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~13h 13min $51–$95* Budget
Train ~14h 19min $76–$221* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Abilene & Memphis

Quick Facts

Abilene
32.45°N, 99.73°W
America/Chicago
524m elevation
Memphis
35.15°N, 90.05°W
America/Chicago
102m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 195 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 49 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 42.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM