Akron to Memphis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

618.3 miles 995.1 km · straight line
713.9 miles actual route 1148.9 km · driving distance
13h 15min estimated drive time
$69 - $85 estimated fuel cost
~1h 45min flight time
231° SW bearing direction

How far is Akron from Memphis?

The distance from Akron to Memphis is 618.3 miles (995.1 km) as the crow flies. Memphis is located SW of Akron. By car, the driving distance is approximately 713.9 miles, taking about 13h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 45min. Both are located in United States — Akron in Ohio 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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Akron 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 Akron to Memphis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 15min $69 - $85 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 45min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 54min $57–$107* Budget
Train ~17h 14min $86–$250* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Akron & Memphis

Quick Facts

Akron
41.08°N, 81.52°W
America/New_York
306m 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 206 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 52 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 40.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM